Accessories
Tree stand accessories cover the small parts of hunting from height: getting up the tree, hanging gear once you are there, and staying connected. The shelf currently holds the Ameristep Step-Up tree step. Harnesses have their own page, linked below, and should be the first accessory any stand hunter owns.
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Tree Stand Accessories Worth Owning
The Ameristep Step-Up tree step is a simple way to add footing on the climb to a hang-on stand. Read the listing and Ameristep's instructions for installation and use, and check your landowner's or public land rules on what can go into a tree.
A few small things make the hours in a stand easier: a pull-up rope so you never climb with a bow or gun in hand, a hook or hanger to keep your pack off the platform, and a cushion for the long November sits. The general hunting accessories shelf is the place to look for them.
The accessory that matters most is the harness. We recommend wearing one from the time you leave the ground until you are back on it, and the treestand safety harnesses page has options from Hunter Safety System, Muddy and Summit. After that, a headlamp for dark walks, a hunting pack to haul it all, and deer scents for the setup. If you are still picking a spot, trail cameras and deer feeders will tell you which tree earns the step.
Tree Stand Accessories FAQs
Can I use tree steps on public land?
Rules vary by state and by property. Some public lands restrict what can go into a tree, so check with the managing agency before you hunt.
What should I buy first for a new tree stand?
A safety harness that fits you, then whatever climbing aid your stand needs.