I've hunted from both also. Like others have said, I to can last longer in a blind and I do feel safer. I still like the stand when hunting with my rifle. If you do decide on a blind , my only suggestion is to consider at least a two man blind. I have a doghouse blind and it has plenty of room. I also have one man blinds that i'm not hunting in next year because of the room. That's just my opinion. I just feel more comfortable with a little more room.