I know what you are saying, the hunting here in MN gets tough after the gun season starts. Have not had a lot of luck during this time, but the best I can tell you is that the deer hide out in some of the thickest parts of our woods during this time. So I guess that I would go into the woods for your stand set-up, or you can do what I do and wait till aboutThanksgiving to go again. Good luck!

P.S. What part of MN are you in?