Ground blinds for bears IS a rush. Same day setups wont bother them. I do leave mine out for various reasons , but then again, I use a cheapo ameristep with the TSC. The last two years I had the blind there for a month or longer. I have been very lucky, but would be hesitant at leaving a high dollar blind set up.

Last year I had the bear I killed walk away from the bait and right towards the blind. He must have heard me getting into position and drawing and stood up a mear 12 yards away. I was able to nail him in the dead center of the chest. He died right next to the bait pile and let out 5-6 death moans that echoed the canyon. I can still hear it in my head. You are in for a treat. I wouldn't mind tree stands but have a definate phobia of heights. I would rather go face to face with a bear, than climb a tree!!!!