Best tree stand, and why?

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Re: Best tree stand, and why?

#21 Post by Grizzly »

One trick to enjoying a ladder stand is to lay the top of it over a branch and around the trunk. That way, it is more secure as you go up to strap it in. Then once hung you can move around more and put your foot out on that branch. I also like to have another branch coming out at arm level so that you can comfortably lean against it and still be able to swing your bow over it. I think finding the right trees was as much fun as finding the trails and deer. After having all that much fun, shooting a deer was just a bonus.

I also loved multiple tree trunks. At least 2 or 3 and your stand in the middle was almost like having a tree house. Plus, it gave you more cover and a much more secure feeling. There was always something to touch or feel or grab onto. I'm starting to miss the trees. It must be the Robin Hood and Sherwood Forrest thing. As a kid, I remember swinging from the vines. It was all good, until I fell off one and landed in a thick patch of poison ivy. I think I was about 7 at the time. About ruined that summer, till it went away.
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