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I'm planning to maketwo wooden ladder stands for this upcomming season for some property I was just granted access to. Does anyone have plans or a blueprint for making one. I'm looking for them to be about 15' tall. One will sit on the side of a narrow but long field and the other will sit on top of a wooded draw that goes down to a creek.

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No plans, but you can buy metal ladder stands at Wal-Mart for about $100 that are lighter, easier to move, made for better comfort and a lot safer.

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bigpapa,

I do not have a blueprint, but I would be happy to take detailed pictures of my ladder stands on the family farm. They are extremely comfortable and very durable. I have never seen another ladder stand superior to these.

Instead of attempting to explain it, I would be happy to take photographs this weekend and email them to you.

PM me and we can exchange email addresses.

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nevermind, he's just goin on about the south again. i'm done.

wallyworld stands

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Timbercruiser is correct. Our WalMart had some Hunter's View stands that were at or just over a $100 retail,butmy brother and I bought all they had for $65 each after season. We had to buy 35 stands, but after all our buddies found out, we needed 50. They are light and have detachable leg for easier movement. Given the price oftreated lumber and steel, I would sure look at this kind of stand rather than trying to buildyour own.

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just buy metal ones when they are on sale. much cheaper and easier

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Yes my 2 cents.

Wood rots.

Nails come loose.

Decay, etc.

For the money/value it's really, really hard to beat metal, pre-fab, store boughtladder stands.

Bu there are some places that can only do with a custom, wood built stand/platform. But regular inspections are a must.

Me - I've welded up a bunch of metal ladder stands over the years - plenty. Only maintenance needed is changing the top wooden platforms now and then. I fit mine with auto seat belts.Climb up. Buckle up. Fire 'em up.

I've also built p some dandies out of fibergalss ladder sections. Extension ladders that have a broken tip or something. Doing another this year. I'll take pictures of it's "development".

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I have to agree with a few others. Metal ladder stands in the long run are the way to go. Especially if you know someone that can weld! Just go to a few sporting goods stores and see what designs you like the best and mimic them.

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Guys,

Everybody calm down about the ladder stands. JUST CALM DOWN. It is a well known fact that these stands were created in the deep South (respect) and that they are really a strong component to a successful hunt.

Again, miine are superior and I would be more than happy to take several photos this weekend as I am out on the family farm in order to help my fellow deer hunting companion. My stands were welded and do not have a single piece of wood on them. they are taller than the Wal mart variety and much more sturdy and durable. Guys, I like the Wal Mart ladders. They are perfect for some Yankee hunting on some northern piece of property where you will likely sit up there for about a half hour and call it a day. Certain situations. HOWEVER, if you are a serious hunter and plan to hunker down this fall and harvest a buck you can feed the entire family with, then LOOK NO FURTHER THAN TDWW'S LEGENDARY LADDER STAND.

Again, will be happy to share pics after the weekend. Thanks guys.

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LMAO...:D:D its not my fault the yankee deer woods are that good

I CANT WAIT TO SEE THE PICS :D:D:D:D

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Please please please include yourself in one of these pics as well. I would love to put a face withthe legendary TDWWname...:D

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Topdawg,
I gave you the wrong address yesterday I'm sending the right one over today. BTW you do have a point I can't remember not knowing a friend or cuz who didn't have a stand in their back yard over the last forever years. But we used to always just nail it to tha tree. But this time around I can't build it into a tree like a sane southerner would do I have to strap it on.[:@] So I'm lookin for ideas. I really do appreciate the pictures. Just curious where you from?

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I vote for the metal ones. They are cheaper and safer over time.

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Hey TDWW, post them pics up here...I wanna get a look at them bad boys too:)

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Hereis a picof TDWW's "southern" ladder stand. Pretty impressive, I think.

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Thats perfect!!!! Just what I was looking for. Do you have plans for that??? Why are you all so tight against TDWW anyways? Just cause tha boy is proud of where he is from? I've read a few of his threads and yea he's arrogant and proud but it's just his way of adding spice to the sight. From what I've seen more barbs have been thrown at him than from him. Anywho back on topic. Since were steering that way why don't we all just share pics of our tree bound homes and see what everyone lives in while out in the woods. (except you yankees who already admitted you don't spend very much time out there j.k.).

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I disagree, he has repeatedly insulted the entire north half of the country and only a few and returned the favor.

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We use wooden ladder stands at our club. They arevery comfortable. You can buildthem to fit the area you are hunting and if built right will last a long long time. Also they are more stable and wont blow over like the light wal-mart stands. Also you can make them fit as many people as you want. You pretty much custum make it. I'll try to make you blueprints the next time I'm at the club and I will send them to you.

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I prefer metal also. TDWW you made me laugh once again.

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I usually wouldn't get into shananagins like this but let me be Frank (or Joe or anybody else with some common since). Hunting in the south is a completly different hunt than that of yankee land. Now don't get me wrong I know there is some fine hunting and deer up north. BUT!!! Down south you just dont walk out to a 5000 acre prarie food plot and take a 250 to 300 yard shot. Thats pickin not hunting. We stalk, track, and out stealth our prey. The average deer kill in Georgia is 34 yards (Gun and Bow). Both of my rifle kills this past year were under 50 yards (one was at a mere 10 yards I was sitting on the side of a field and she walked right by me never even noticed I was there). Which means if we can get that close to the almighty stealthy white tail that you have to shoot from 300 yards (aint that justa dandy) we southerners MUST be a perpetual manifestation of hunting genetics. In other words were just d**n good. RESPECT!

Now back to ladder stands .... Huntinyoung how much do your stands run in materials?

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WOW! Bigpapa is a walking talking example of respect! Being a true blue 9th generation Alabamian I can feel TDWW's and Bigpapa's words....and they are strong. Guy's the South is God's country. This is a known fact and will not be disputed. If you disagree I beg of you to come down here and pick up your annoying family members and take 'em back North with you. With all that aside, I am sure TDWW's stands are in fact better than any of those North of Tennessee. Yall should take him up on his generous offer to share thise picks.

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There is a group of people on this forum (no names mentioned)that have been watching too much Ted Nugent and Spirit of the Wild. I have been letting my son's read TDWW's post as an example of what happens when you do drugs. They both swear that they have learned their lessons.

I would, however,like to see TDWW's stands.

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REB why did you show a copy of my stand now everyone will want one:Deven heal hound :D:D

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Im a yankee, im from chicago. i moved down to the south and im going to marry a southern bell (respect). when i lived in illinois i hunted all over the state. Never been on 5000 acre prarie food plot and since you cant usea deer rifle in illinois, you can only use a shotgun, i have never taken a shot over 40 yds. In fact now that i live in the south where you can use a deer rifle my range will be further than when i lived in the YANKEE land. im sure you think that hunting everywhere except where you hunt is long shots and picking deer. You might want to go hunt somewhere else before you post about you think you know.

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Right on G5 - Uncle Matt's got your back. Sometimes when folks are pumping the BS outtheir piehole you can really smell it.

Someone open a window would ya!?!?

(Respect that!)

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I am from the south and although I don't agree with all TDWW saysI will agree with bigpapa. I've killed my deer from 10 to 300 yards with different types of guns and bows by tracking, still hunts, stand, ground, climber, etc. Now to talk about stands. bigpapa it costs about $150 in materials for a stand with treated lumber. And I've been around the pre-made stands and after a year they are on the ground side ways, you can't decide the size, not as sturdy, etc. Nothing against them I just prefer custom made.

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Respect needs to be given to all outdoorsmen. Its not a matter of north or south, its a matter of the hunter. You need to give respect to get respect.

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huntinyoung and bigpapa and TDWW

you are right, the only people that get close to deer and stalk, track, still hunt, hunt from the ground and endoure the hardships of hunting are people hunting in florida.

But yet you dont own insulated bootscause youve never hunted in cold weather, You go sit out in the woods for 3 hours in negative temps and then try to pull a bow back. and then when all the excitement of the kill is over and now its time to pack out your deer. You pack out your deer on feet that hurt so bad you damn near wish they would just fall off, your hands dont hurt anymore because youve lost all feeling in them. and your still a mile from the truck. but yet for some dumb reason you guys have figured out that florida has the worst elements and florida hunters have got to be the toughest, strongest, stealthiest hunters on earth because your after the biggest deer anywhere has to offer. The florida deer.

I tell you what ***** hunting, in a t-shirtand walking around a few snakes aint ***** and will not ever be ****** comparedto elements that a northern hunter takes on.

Warning to All;
Be Nice and Watch the Language.

BTW - Neither one of you know what the hay your talkin about! North AND South have there own unique differances. Both - can be VERY difficult to hunt!

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Man thats the truth G5. Last December, during shotgun season, I hunted 4 days straight sun up to sun down in 0-15 degree temps. Talk about being miserable. Cold enough to freeze the snot in your nose. Upside is, I didn't have to deal with snakes or skeeters.

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bigpapa,
Don't have plans at hand.Lots of stuff on web if you do search.

I agree - Metal stands are great/better in the long term big picture vs wood. I have 2 metal tri-pod stands - I love em. I'm almost the only one who hunts them - cuz there small,tight,hard to get into and the guys are a bunch of whiners - sissys.Shot/Seen alot of deer outa those stands!

You can build one hek of a wooden stand for $150+ -. Look for sales,etc on salt treated lumber.I seal all my wood with 3-4 coats of sealer until it won't take any more!! Wood/ladder stands can be custom built to suit your needs/comfort/size for less than $100-$200+ vs metal stand.

IMO - unless you hunt in a very remote area where Deer seldom smell,see man,wood will work just fine.Use salt treated lumber,screws,bolts,nuts to
assemble.Seal,Stain,Camo Paint and/or let it season early to eliminate scent.


GOOD LUCK no matter what you build!

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AJ52,
I'm glad your still on the topic and I wish these others would stay on the topictoo.

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I'm still waiting for pictures of this stand thats the best ever built :D:D:D:D

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Wood is dangerous as they don't weather well. Get some Rivers edge or cabelas ones for under $100 and be safe and live to hunt another day.

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Woahhhhhfellas don't take this personal but "ya'll don't take it so personal"! :Dlol Man it's all in fun of rib jarin'. You know "Pullin your leg." "Yankin your chain." You get too riled up an' I'll have to take out my paintball gun and put a splat on yer' arse. Ouch! ;) Huntin' is huntin' is huntin' is huntin' as long as your huntin' I could care less about how or where you do it (so long as it's legal). Haven't you ever read between the words of TD "I hope you spend some quality time with friends and family" (or somethin like that)! That's what it's all about. When we rib you it's one way of us southerners complementing you and showing that we feel like your a member of our wonderful tradition filledfamily. Next time your down this way give us a holler and we'll take you out to God's country for some fun and relaxation. NOW if I spoke contrary to what other people on this forum feel with this post they may of course state their own in due fashon. But this is how I feel about it. RESPECT!

On to ladder stands. If I go with pre-made what in yall's opinion is the best out there for around $100. Keep in mind I have to buy 3 of these out of my own pocket sooooo the price does matter. Thanks

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If you buy the materials to build a wooden ladder stand, you will have about the same amount of money invested as you would in a metal stand, but if a wooden stand is what you want then go ahead. This topic has been hashed over several times on here over the last 5 or so years, and a couple of people have posted plans for their homemade stands, but it would take some searches to possibly find them. If you go with salt treated lumber remember a couple of things, you need to use stainless screws or nails or special galvanized materials and that salt treated, just like most any wood, will rot at some point. I know a couple of people that fell while climbing "treated wood" stands that rotted on one end of the steps. One of them almost died from a crushed femur. That is the reason I don't like wooden stands..

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Ya know this just came to me in one of my wonderful bits of actual brain activity.

As far as doing any construction with wood there is that "wood" made of the recycled 2-liter bottles and milk jugs. I think that has like a 50 year warranty or better. If constructed well (design) and good, (probobly stainless steel) hardware...........

Wouldn't rot.

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I am still looking for TDWW's stand pictures. Someone needs to put up or shut up!!!

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I'd have to stick with buying the ladders. If you can't find any ladders, there are always other equipment you just need to have to increase experience with hunting a bit more. I can'tleave Cabelas without finding something I truly need.

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I can tell you for a fact - Deer taste alot better when taken outa a home made wooden stand

All kidding aside I've built some nice safe comfortable wooden ladder stands over the years.It ain't rocket science and it can be done for about $125-$150.Maybe $200+- with roof.

I have 2 12' tripods that cost me about $225 each - both very tight,1 man deal - not very comfee for long hauls! Metal almost maint free but I can build alot better(bigger)with salt treated,SS screws and bolts,chain to tree with turn buckles and ck every year - just good common sense whether wood or metal.

Wood will last you for 8-10 yrs+.Might have to replace the deck or rail after 6-8 yrs. A good safe wooden stand is fun to design build and erect.