RE: How do you guys stay awake on the stand
Get to bed early. I wake up early enough to shower and eat breakfast, that really helps staying warm and awake. Take snacks/drinks with you and eat a bite when you feel alittle tired. I do like to stand when I am out there I will usually stand for 30-45 min then sit for 5 min.
It is easier to stay awake when I hunt in Illinois just knowing the prize vs when I am hunting in NY or Pa.