Buy the good screw in steps or rapid rails. I purchased a few ladder type steps that came in 4--4ft sections that get slid into the ends of one another for a 16ft ladder but it's neither stealthy nor convenient, and really not high enough for my liking. They work good if your going to put a stand in a tree and don't plan on moving, but the first time you want to move a few trees over or to another spot during the season, you'll realize how much of a burden it is. I have two sets if rapid rails and I love them!