Lots of good advice hear. Outdoorsman and Texas Hunter touched on this but one thing I was slow to pick up on was that a deers eyes are set on the side of their heads like most "prey" animals. This allows them to see close to 360 degs. If you can see the blacks of their eyes, they can see you so if possible try to wait till their eyes are hidden as mentioned already.

One additional tip, if you set up in a tree that is too small the treetop may jiggle when you even shift your weight in the stand. I always try to avoid this senerio if possible but the main thing is to be aware of it. It may be tree movement that is spooking them.
Good luck all...Fletch

Good Luck All....Fletch

Edited by - fletchdp on 10/09/2002 13:53:03