probably too much trouble. If the ladder is made of wood, it must be securely fastened to the tree and each rung reinforced by steel wire or steel strips. I think these days, the trend seems to be more towards lightweight folding seats and ladders that can be erected fairly quickly and then dismantled later. The problem being of course, possible disturbance to the deer.

The last few times I have been to Scotland, I have seen more and more of what I call wooden "pill-Boxes" placed on high ground overlooking rides and tracks. These are very low and similar to a small box cabin. Takes a fairly impressive effort to fall out of one of these!!