I think i would hang a stand at that pinch point between the field corner and the ravine
It actually is already. I didn't give scale but there is 30 yds to that pinch point from the stand. There is also a clear opening directly in front that 'forces' the deer to enter/exit the feild from this point (where the big scrape is). good tree that branches into 3 trunks and so it offers great cover to my outline.
The south wind comment is well taken. That was part of my thought as well. It's tough to sit and wait for a wind that happens only once in awhile versue the prevailing winds indicated.
I am marking where to get at it from the public trail as well.
At this time of year (pre-rut) what time of day are you sitting here?