RE: Tree Steps
I have always used ameristep screw ins with no problems. I remove them sometimes multiple times within a season as well to prevent others from climbing up into the stand. They take up less room in my pack than strap ons, and are usually much cheaper. When I have 5-8 stands put up in a year and I have to buy steps for all of them, the screw ins meet my budget better and get the job done.