RE: Bought a tree-stand: you must be kidding?
Its whatever floats your boat. For me personally I hunt alot of Different spots and most are on game lands. Its very convenient for me to pick any tree I like and hunt out of it for the night. And also permanent stands aren't allowed on Game lands. Although bulky and cumbersome you get used to it. If I was in a different situation like yours, I might not want one either.
Zach