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E-How has a step-by-step instruction set for how to build a tree stand. There are no pictures to go along with it, but the design sounds simple enough.

Here are the first two steps to give you an idea of how the tree stand is built.

Step 1
Find a good tree in the area in which you will be hunting. Ideally, this tree should have a Y or a fork in its trunk for the foundation of your tree stand. A fork that is 12 feet from the ground would be best, but up to 15 feet could be OK. Use your judgment about how high you are willing to climb. Factor in all the layers of clothing you will wear to keep yourself warm and how these layers will affect your range of movement.
Step 2
Visit a hardware store or building supply store and buy lengths of good, heavy-duty rope. Something nylon might work best. You could even buy rope similar to that which mountain climbers use. You are, after all, going to rely on this rope to climb up the tree to reach your stand, so you want to be able to depend upon it.