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6 Quick Tips for Treestand Placement

6 Quick Tips for Treestand Placement
6 Quick Tips for Treestand Placement

Many hunters have questions about treestand placement. "How high do you go in the tree" is one of the most asked questions on the topic. Every situation is different and there aren't any rules where there aren't exceptions. However, there are some general practices that will help in most situations when placing a treestand.

  1. Play the wind and thermal.

    Once you have your general area selected, pay heed to the wind and thermal current in the area. You want to remain downwind or cross-wind of where you think the deer will be. This is the most important of the six.

  2. Place your stand high.
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