One thing about stand site selection that seems obvious but is often overlooked, is where the deer will be when the shot is taken. Many hunters just pick a stand amongst a bunch of sign or in a likely looking spot. They then, equally randomly, cut shooting lanes.
No one can control exactly where a deer will appear, you should make an educated guess. If you are hunting along a trail, it's reasonable to expect the deer on the trail and you should set up to take your best shot there. If you are hunting a feeding or bedding area, watch where trails come in.
Bowhunters must be close to the killing zone and thus run more chance of detection. Gun hunters can maximize the distance out to where they still have a good, open shot at longer range. Both types of hunters should hunt the fringes of heavy use areas. This disturbs the area less and lessens the chance of deer "just popping up" anywhere.

Have you ever been lost? You never have to experience that lonely feeling again as hand-held GPS (global positioning system) devices continue to become smaller, more user friendly and more affordable by the day. They can tell you where you are, where you've been, where you started and how to get back. They're a bargain for what they do.

How many times have you been somewhere and wished you had a camera? Everyone's been there. But you don't have to be again as each new generation of point-and-shoot cameras offer excellent service in small packages. Disposables work, too.

Maps do more than get you from one state to another. County maps, aerial photos, topographical maps and navigational charts can reveal natural gems that few know exist. Not every wild area has its own parking lot.

Breaking in a new pair of boots? You can avoid painful blisters by simply using two pair of socks. Try a thin pair, even panty hose or knee-highs, on the inside and your regular socks on the outside. That way the socks rub against each other instead of your skin. It works!