So, I know bow season has already started, but work has me screwed 7 ways from Sunday when it comes to getting prepped an actually getting out to hunt. I'm going to do a little back yard hunting later this year when the rut kicks in as I've stated in other threads, and will be using a ladder stand as my perch for the season. It arrives via Fed Ex today and I'm hoping to get it installed sometime next week, but I've never put one up on my own before, only ever helped out with the installation of one other a few years back. Are there any tips or warnings I should know of outside of the fairly common sense stuff? I'll obviously be keeping it level, have picked the right size tree, etc. but didn't know if there was anything else to look out for. It's a "Guide Gear" 16' basic stand from Sportsman's Guide. A buddy of mine bought about 4 of them a few years back and they've been very good for the money. ($60 shipped with a free shipping coupon and membership) I've got bow hangers and the like as well.
Anyway, any tips on how to best get that sucker up there, situated, and secured all by my lonesome would be appreciated! Thanks!
Anyway, any tips on how to best get that sucker up there, situated, and secured all by my lonesome would be appreciated! Thanks!