Abstract: An enclosed deer stand climber apparatus provides a covered frame having a top, a bottom space therefrom and a plurality of side walls defining an enclosure therebetween with the rearmost of the side walls normally being adjacent a tree to which the frame is attached. An opening is provided in the bottom and a closure means for sealing the opening. A folding seat is mounted on the frame and within the enclosure between a first folded climbing position removed from a vertical path generally above the opening to a second operating position vertically above the opening. Upper and lower climbing brackets are provided on the frame which transfer load to the tree and grip it. A tree gripping member separate from the frame and providing a means for attachment to the feet of the operator is provided. During operation, the entire frame can be elevated by a single operator and after placement provides an entirely enclosed protective tree stand protecting the inhabitant from wind, cold and rain.