I think you have to pay attention to scent, regardless if you are on the ground or 30 feet up a tree. It does seem to be more important if you are on the ground though, especially if you don't have a way to hide it. Definately play the wind. That's been my experience here in MS--it seems our deer are born looking over their shoulder. Had folks that come from other states to this area comment on how tough they are to hunt. I've been caught more times than I care to count, even when I thought I was doing everything right! Blasted does are the worst--I think there should be a record book for them--been busted by a lot more does than bucks.

Chad