RE: Tree Stand Plans
For an in expensive ladder I buy 4 1x4's 12 feet in length. cut the steps to the width you want about 12-14 inches is good. and then screw them in every 16 inches or so(make sure they are evenly spaced the brain plays funny tricks on you in the dark if not) instead of screwing them in wide side facing up and down( like a regular wooden ladder)screw them in so the wide side is facing out. this provides some extra stiffness to the steps and eliminats sagging. also make sure you pilot drill all the screw holes so they don't split. this will cost you usually around about 8 dollars for a 12 foot ladder