DIY: Tie A Climbing Stick Daisy Chain for Mobile Hunting Out of a Treestand or Saddle

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There are multiple ways to attach your climbing sticks to the tree while saddle hunting. One of the easiest and lightest weight is to tie a daisy chain.

Materials Needed

• 1/8″ Amsteel (17ft)
• #10 Knitting Needle

Step 1: Measure 17’ of 1/4” Amsteel

Step 2: Make the First Loop

Fold the amsteel in half and measure a 2” loop.  I’m using a Hawk Versa button so adjust the loop to your versa button so it is snug.

Step 3: Lock-in the First Loop

Using a FID, lock-in the first loop using a Brumel-lock. It looks like a figure-8 when done properly

Step 4: Measure the Minimum Tree Width

Save some money on amsteel, by measuring a length equal to your minimum anticipate tree circumference.

We will skip making loops on this section as it will not be used.  For mine, I measure 30“ from the end loop.

Step 5: Lock-in Your Next Loop

At the end of the measure length, make another 2” loop using a Brunel-lock

Step 6: Build Out Your Loops

Continue creating 2” loops until you have a ~3” tag end.

Step 7: Bury the End

Bury the end by running your FID through the longer tag end and threading the.  

Step 8: Taper the Bury

Unbraid the buried end, trim the threads at different links and pull tight to  taper the end. 

Step 9: Create a Storage System

Cut a 5“ length of 1/8” elastic cord.  Place it under a piece of heat think, knot it and lock it in.