Abstract: Example embodiments of the hunting stand system and apparatus disclosed herein solve this problem by providing support for a hunting weapon or other object. In an example embodiment, a single support device or apparatus can be used to attach to each of the three common widths. An example hunting stand support system and apparatus comprises a first bracket, a second bracket, a support device, and a fastener. In an example embodiment, the first bracket comprises a first notch and a second notch with the second notch configured to be wider than the first notch. The first notch is configured to fit a first rail size, the second notch is configured to fit a second rail size and the distance between the fastener is configured to fit a third rail size.