Sproul: Opinions vary on this, here's mine. I have two bear baits w/ ladder stands. Both are about 17 yds from base of tree, stands are 12' tall. Standing up, I'm guessing my bow is 6' [me] plus 12' [stand] or 6 yds. My 20 yd aim point is dead nuts on targets by bait. I don't personally believe this matters unless you are way high in tree and shooting way down hill, like in a gully or something.