I know that stands work and for your set up they would be the best. When I hunt (rifle, ML, bow) I find the thickest bunch of bush and walk. 2-3 steps and stop, repeat as required. I just don't have the patience to sit in a stand when it is cold out and I have had great luck spot and stalking. Most hunters stick to trails and never leave them so the bush is where most the big animals are.

My 2.5 cents

Eric