How Do You Hang A Deer Stand?
Deer stands allow hunters to get up in the air and off the ground, which helps them avoid the keen senses of deer. Since deer stands most often are about 15 feet off the ground and hung in trees, they also give hunters a panoramic view of the area they’re hunting and the ability to see deer from a greater distance than they otherwise could. There are a variety of deer stands on the market today, but properly hanging them is a key part of using them effectively. Select the area in which to hang your tree stand. Make note of deer trails, bedding areas, rubs, scrapes and other signs of deer activity. Select the proper tree in which to hang the deer stand. The tree should be alive and thick enough to hold the deer hunter and the stand. Take note, too, of tree branches that could interfere with your shooting lane or reduce your visibility. Once you select a tree, determine how high you want to hang the deer stand, and in what direction you want the stand to face. Some states have set forth
