Ladder stands if we have the right tree in the right setup. Otherwise a ground blind. I agree, it is much tougher in a ground blind as you are basically on eye level with the animal. Been busted more than once because of movement, and not scent. Still more of a thrill on the ground to me.
I can't believe all of you have problems with ground blinds, my easiest kills ever have been from them. Here how.
1. Wear Black from head to the waist.
2. Do not open all the windows, only open the bare minimum you need. I usually open 1 and maybe a half of another one.
3. Sit as far back in the blind as you possibly can and still be able to draw, preferably in a corner.
4. be quiet!
I have had deer within 3 yards of me in a ground blind. After hunting semi-exposed in a 8 foot tripod for years, in a ground blind I feel like I am cheating.
I still prefer a tree, as I can see more.