RE: How do you pass the time in the stand?
I usually take books to read. I prefer the Bible.
This year I might take a small Sudoku book. It keeps my mind going while keeping me awake.
Speaking of awake, I sleep alot on stand too. Some of the best naps I've ever had have been ina tree stand, in about 30 pounds of clothes, right after the sun comes up. Good stuff.