Jeff - I'm assuming you're somewhere here in Northern IL? You wouldn't by any chance be talking about the gentleman who worked for Ryland homes would you? I got an e-mail from a member of our hunt club a few weeks with a very similar story in it. Very, very sad situation.

In any case, this is a great thread as a great reminder to everyone that no matter how many times you've climbed up and down trees and in and out of treestands that it can happen to anyone at any time. Better safe that sorry so always wear your safety belt and use a belt when hanging stands. Hunting is great, but it's certainly not losing your life over.

Anyone who needs a lineman belt for hanging stands should check out http://www.treehopper-llc.com/and buy one today.