i just started trying out bow hunting and don't have a tree stand is it a waste of time just to ground hunt i got deer with a rifle from the ground and i know it tuffer to with a bow . and i'm 6'5" and my weight is about 270 naked my friend has one that can hole up too 300 lbs but i'm still not sure about them with gear,gun, water and a little snow i bet i cross over 300lbs fast

A good ground blind will produce deer with a bow as readily as with a tree stand...you just really must keep movement to a minimum and control your scent.

Either a natural or store bought blind will work, though a store bought blind is easier. All you need to do is brush it a bit...look at "Double Bull" or "Ameristep" at Cabelas or Bass Pro

Good Luck

I am going to hunt from the ground since I will hunt on property with small trees. They are 4 inches in diameter. I use the ASAT camo so that's a plus.

I used to weigh well over 300 pounds (220 now) and never let that stop me. I hunted 25' in the air with no concern. I just made sure I had mega stands that would hold me.

I have hunted from both and a tree stand is much more forgiving but ground hunting can be fine if you set up correctly.

As far as the stand allowance wieghts I am right at 300 pounds and hunt from a ladder stand all the time. I am not telling you too but they are pretty stable if strapped up right. They also make stands they have higher wieght allowances if you are willing to pay alittle more.