Chrud Posted October 11, 2004 Report Share Posted October 11, 2004 When putting up treestands this past week, I had all the accessories in a paper bag. Yikes eh, especially in the rain. I've decided that it would be a good idea to put everything I need in a backpack or fannypack and take that with me. I already have the "basic" equipment I need for the job. The stand attachment straps, ratchet straps for the ladder, pull-up rope for the stand, small level, GPS, folding saw, pruners and of course, a harness already rigged up in the line-man's hook-up style. Is there any other items you guys take along that would be a good idea to put in a small pack to take along? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrud Posted October 12, 2004 Author Report Share Posted October 12, 2004 Re: Treestand Pack...What Else? Actually I have a small hand auger on order. It should work good for starter holes for EZ hangers in hardwood trees and also for turkey stakes in hard soil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AaronS Posted October 12, 2004 Report Share Posted October 12, 2004 Re: Treestand Pack...What Else? The only thing I add that you don't have listed is a chain or cable and a lock to keep my stands from sprouting legs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrud Posted October 12, 2004 Author Report Share Posted October 12, 2004 Re: Treestand Pack...What Else? Yep, I got cable locks too. See, I even forget what I DO have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carbonhunter Posted October 20, 2004 Report Share Posted October 20, 2004 Re: Treestand Pack...What Else? How do deer respond to that big umbrella????????? does it creat shadows, scent??????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruttinbuc Posted October 31, 2004 Report Share Posted October 31, 2004 Re: Treestand Pack...What Else? I'd use some scent killer for the trip in and out as well as for the stand before you leave. Oh, yes, a few accessory hooks come in handy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRTMO Posted October 31, 2004 Report Share Posted October 31, 2004 Re: Treestand Pack...What Else? I use the Tree Umbrella too. I works great. I actually bought enough of the holders that screw into the tree so that I can just leave them in place. I bought one extra incase I use a different tree for some reson. I have shot several deer with it in place. Using it with a bow means you have to put it higher so it doesn't cover you as well but, it works. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VTbowman Posted October 31, 2004 Report Share Posted October 31, 2004 Re: Treestand Pack...What Else? Well I cheat a bit. Since I own my property and use home-made heavy as he!!, steal welded, chain-on stands, I use the ATV winch to get them up there. I do everything else like you: stick ladder, straps, etc. But I strap a pulley above where I want my stand and winch it up there. I also use very heavy chain and locks so if someone actually can get one of my stand off a tree, and packed off the property, then I say they deserve it!!! LOL BTW- I do this well in advance so the ATV is not a factor for scaring off deer. Like August timeframe for October hunting. So carrying everything is in a storage box on the front rack, and to be honest, most of it stays in that box year-round. Not to mention the heavy @$$ stand.... I use my stick ladder to hang my tree pegs. I strap it to the tree and just screw in the pegs on the oposite side of where the ladder steps are for good step spacing. I use the cordless drill for starter holes, and then take the ladder off when I am done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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