RE: Stand placement "strategy"
I do the same. As im waiting I pick out every given scenerio and decide if a deer comes this way, when his head passes here, im drawing. But yes I do try and put my climber when I set up in a new spot where I have as much cover as possible or in a "Line" of trees off the given trail.
All my permanent stands are set up with plenty of cover and trees to guard draws already as you have. Good post GMMAT its a good thing to keep in mind when hunting or picking out a new spot.