RE: How do you pass the time in the stand?
I sit still, I scan with me eyes, I will keep my ears open, sometimes just close my eyes and listen to the woods. I keep a feel for the wind direction, think of previous hunts and what I can do to make myself a better hunter. Basically I strive to be invisable but be aware of all thats going on around me.
Only time my cell phone goes in with me is when I have a time limit in the woods and set the alarm to vibrate and this might be once or twice a season. The rest of the time it can sit in the truck. I don't own a watch either so I am not constantly looking at the time. I don't need any toys or books with me nature supplies me with plenty of stuff to do.
I am there for several reasons.
I love the woods and wildlife
I love the peace and quiet
I love hunting.