Abstract: A mounting apparatus and system for mounting decorative light strings using hook and loop fasteners to enable decorative light strings to be mounted to a surface or structure in an easily removable manner. The mounting apparatus is comprised of a fixed member having a mounting aid for locating said fixed member in place and a suspension member, wherein the suspension member is shaped to be disposed about an electrical conductor with portions of the suspension member joined together forming a channel for sliding along the electrical conductor. The suspension member is joined to the fixed member by the cooperation of a first portion of a hook and loop fastener on the suspension member and a second portion of a hook and loop fastener on the fixed member. A plurality of spaced mounting apparatuses provide a mounting system for a string of lights.