Deer hunting is a very popular sport, pastime or even a way of life in large parts of the United States. Where the use of dogs is prohibited, the deer hunt has evolved into setting up a "stand" or "hide" in places where deer are likely to be found, such as by "scrapes", along deer trails or near a feeder (where legal) etc. Since the deer hunter may from time to time wish to change from one location to another, portable deer stands of some type have proven to be desireable.