I have hunted from a stand and on the ground with sucess both ways. If I go into an area that a good tree is not availabe I set up on the ground. I ussually try to tuck myself into some weeds for cover. This year I picked up an ameristep 3 panel turkey blind, just to give me a little more concealment so I can move my legs when they get cramped from sitting on the ground.

Good Luck