Where you will hunt will help you decide what to do as well as how well you know the Deer in your hunting area and thier habits or patterns. We hung two stands and set up a blind on private property.The Blind was stolen and one of the tree stands also,both would have been if they could have found the second I'm sure of it. So this is a negative with stands and blinds you have to leave in place even on private land. So I reverted to my climber the rest of the season and when I did not feel like humping the load I picked out some good natural cover spots to hunt in my area. I ended up taking my Deer while tucked into two logs on the ground with good cover around them. I missed from my stand but both being on the ground at times and up in the tree can be productive. If you choose a climber be sure to wear as little clothing as possible when heading out to your spot because the extra gear will make you sweat more. Also practice geting the climber set in the dark and sound proof it as much as possible. And as has been said pick many places and prep them before the season starts to cut down on spooking and scenting you best spots. I would love to be able to hang stands with peace of mind that no one would steal them but it does happen. Good Hunting to you this season.