Originally Posted by
trmichels
As a deer researcher and outfitter/guide since 1989 I'll say this.
Generaly speaking a tree stand is best for whitetails because;
1. they can keep you out of the normal range of vision of the deer.
2. they can keep your scent from the deer.
3. you can generally see much better when you are elevated.
God bless,
T.R.
As for #2, I believe a blind to be a better scent controller than a tree stand if done properly. Yes, in a tree stand the wind would blow your scent "over" the animal, but in a blind if scent control is practiced religiously it would help prevent the scent from leaving the blind.