best to look for trails, Deer typically are going to the kitchen or coming from the kitchen in a manner of speaking. wind does come into play but if you can set in a stand that wind comes towards you and away from the trails it would be best. Also have you tried evening hunts? They may be coming in there in the evening going to their bedding areas. With colder weather and less light you will see more deer later in the day. Good luck and wear your harness if you go in a tree.