Then, if using my LW stand I put it a couple of feet above the last stick.
I'd be afraid to do that. I always like to step down onto a platform than try to pull up onto it or from lower like that. It must be pretty solid to do that I'm guessing?
I also always use my bow pull cord to haul the stand up from the ground once I'm at the right height. I've never tried carrying one up on my back.