After being bustedfor the first couple times by smart mama does,I learned that if I turn my treestand perpendicular to the trail and use the tree as a shield to hide behind, it makes for a whole different experience. Deer don't pick you out as much and since they are oblivious to you, you have the comfort and security of doing what you gotta do without a couple or more pairs of eyes looking around. Being comfortable lends confidence which usually equals a better placed shot. The only drawback to this is the sit is uncomfortable since you have to be looking over your shoulder if you're sitting down otherwise you have to stand and face the tree.