Walking in 1-hour before sunrise can be uneasy. I've been archery hunting for years. My state doesn't allow us to pack a firearm.
One time I had the crap scared out of me by a moose.. large crashing sounds branches breaking. You could see the branches broke off 6-9' high. Yes.. hair does stand up on your back side. LOL
Another time a pack of coyotes started to scream around me..of coarse they say attacts on humans are rare. But I didnt want to be a statistic. I picked up the pace to my stand. I feel so much better elevated off the ground. Once I get there.. everthing is good.