What do you do to keep occupied while in a tree stand for 8 hours?

Just curious what folks do while sitting in a tree stand for 6-8 hours on a saturday. I imagine in this day and age most people pull out a smart phone but I'm curious

 

Read books. Almost done with "With the old breed" great book btw.

 

That was my first thought as well when I'm out by myself

 

Good Book, Bible, go through your trail camera pictures, nap, learn a new language, nap, text others on stand, check on the forum, nap, or you could just take a nap. Just make sure your harness is tight.

 

I personally look for deer. If there aren't any deer I take a nap. I have a tendency to wake up when a deer is in front of me.

 

I play on my phone and sometimes read books. I have three portable battery packs so that I can recharge or at least, maintain battery from the stand on my phone. I prefer the phone route because it's a lot easier to pack in and out than my books (I still prefer paper books).

 

Hunt.


I keep busy with my camera, the forums, and updating family.