I work for a company that requires me to move roughly every 3-5 years. This thread hits home with me as I hunt public land quite often. First off, you need to research what the rules are for placing stands on public land. I know in IA that you can have a stand for the season as long as it is labeled (name, address, phone number), nothing is screwed in the tree and it needs to be removed 14 days after season is over. Secondly, why take a chance with someone elses setup and risk your own safety. I am sure many of you have seen the commercial on the hunting channel with the hunter falling from his stand and getting flashbacks to his family at home. Third, respect other's property. Final thoughts: I would be very unhappy if I found someone in my stand without my knowledge (especially as they had the opportunity to contact me, yes I follow all rules for hunting public land). Public land is just that, public. Private property is just that, private.