"When do you suggest is the best time to get your stand out? I would like to know so I know when I should have made up my mind. Thanks again for the input. "Dove

All depends my friend. Ar eyou hunting..
A. Private property.....Ask the land owner...sooner the better.
B. Your own property..do it now
C. Public Property.......I lock up mine the day before the season opens.

As far as the stands. I have never used a hang on stand. I'm a big man and they look uncomfortable to me..