Since its so integral to success I have had to do a lot of strenous things getting too/from stands. Other than half mile detours...I like to wade up creeks if they are bordering the stand and I have climbed some hills that were over 6o degree inclines to make sure I did not spook deer and they did not find my scent trail. My favorite stand requires me to climb a 400 foot river bluff just like that...otherwise I might bust deer.