I just realized that I had given the impression that my fall was from a tree(it wasn't) sorry for misleading you folks. The fall still caused my breathing problem and the thought of having a second fall from above ground level just might be the second straw on the camels' back and since he's already gone down once...why tempt it????
Thanks for all the great replies... keep them coming.
God bless,Mudd

"Man shouldn't get higher than corn or lower than taters!"

Well I'm a-skeered of heights so I'm pretty much stuck on the ground.  Where I bowhunt is pretty big bush and I've found it difficult to find areas that generate a lot of deer activity - so I tend to move more.

20 ft up or more for me if I can find the right tree. Usually a climber as well. I will sit on the ground as well if the situation dictates it. With shot gun I hardly ever use a tree stand. Alot of times the ground offers better break up than the tree. Either way I play the wind the whole time & will move locations if it changes. Just the way I do it.  Mike

Hi Mudd,

I hunt quite a bit from the ground and I have good luck using a little one leg folding seat called a Niftee-Seat.  It has adjustable heights, and attaches easily to the belt or fanny pack walking in.  I find I can sit low and comfortable for a long time with it.  It weighs next to nothing and is sturdy.  

Love when they come in to 10yds or so!

Bill

Mudd,
I also am a ground hunter, and have been for years.  Nothing like having a deer 5 ft from you at eye level, and not know you are there.  I use a wood T seat hand made, and sit up against any large tree that I can find.  Be sure you set up with the wind in your face, and limit your movements.  Good luck!!