Best Treestand Tips for Safe Deer Hunting [VIDEO]

Deer hunting from elevated stands gives us a big advantage but hanging climbers, lock-ons and ladder stands involves much more than picking the best place. Follow these tips for treestand safety and you'll be more likely to return home at the end of each hunt.

I once wrote “Nuts Over Deer,” an article that touted the euphoric feeling a hunter can get as he purveys his hunting area from a lofty perch 20 feet above the ground. Like an eagle, looking down on prey and non-game animals creates adrenaline-pumping excitement. On the other hand, the way hunters balance and climb into trees can be truly nuts!

You probably know several people who have fallen and been injured, or God forbid, killed in falls. This video does a great job of identifying critical factors to keep you safe.

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