RE: Tree Stand Plans
I wanted to note.... I myself am a "Do It Yourslef" type guy - that being said - be careful making a treestand - make sure that whatever method you choose to construct one is one you can honestly build a SAFE stand.... if you weld one make sure you can weld properly - just because a weld looks like it will hold does NOT mean it will.... have someone thats a welder do it (a friend) Next note - at the low price stands can be bought for it will be hard to beat the price making yuour own - add it up : Steel or Aluminum, welding, grating for platform, padding/seat, strapping to attach to tree (or chain),paint, and fasteners.... it really is fun to make them - just be safe -and wear a safety harness while climbing, and using it !
Good luck - all the best
Tom