Some good tips here! My go-to is taking a sleeping bag with me to the blind/stand. Boots may or may not come off also. There’s always a cut-off piece of closed cell foam under my feet. Those milsurp 3 part bags work well for this; I usually opt for the big green bag. Bag stays up to my shoulders and I ease it down when needed. If it’s cold I always cover my head/neck/face well. And like Sitka said, never hike in wearing too much. If hiking in is not chilly-to-cold, you’re wearing too much. Stuff everything in a roomy backpack. It’s difficult, but I have donned many layers sitting in a tree stand😊
These days I frequently hunt in pop-up blinds. Much easier then, and wind resistant. I have not done it, but would not hesitate to run a small heater if that’s what it took to make the hunt work. I’ve found that getting older reduces my cold tolerance, too.
Good sitting!
