Abstract: A portable elevated observation chair apparatus comprises a rope ladder releasably attached on each side of a top end thereof to laterally separated elevated support locations and releasably attached on each side of a bottom portion to laterally separated bottom support locations. The attachments cause the rope ladder to resist twisting away from the forward facing direction. A bottom end of the rope ladder is located forward of the top end thereof such that lower rungs of the rope ladder are forward of higher rungs. A flexible chair is attached between upper and lower adjacent rungs located in proximity to the top end of the rope such that a seat is provided by the flexible chair between the rungs. Conveniently the support locations are provided by trees, and the apparatus may be rolled up in a compact bundle and readily carried through treed areas.

Abstract: A portable modular ladder which can be attached to a vertical object to be climbed—such as a tree. The ladder's structure is preferably provided by two or more vertical support columns locked together. These vertical support columns can be secured to the object to be climbed by a securing strap or other conventional means. A set of rungs extend outward from the vertical support columns. These rungs are optionally made removable, so that a user can remove the rungs and leave only the vertical support columns in place.

Abstract: A temporary ladder tree stand anchor for ladder stand with a ladder portion and a platform with a frame, seat and foot support. The temporary anchor includes a cord with two ends and an intermediate section for wrapping about the tree. The cord anchor is on one side of the platform to secure one end of the cord thereto. A cord catch is on the other side of the platform for slidably capturing the intermediate cord section to permit drawing of the other cord end to pull and temporary anchor the ladder tree stand to the tree while the hunter is one the ground thereby permitting climbing up and down the tree stand safely when the tree stand is not securely anchored to the tree.

Abstract: A stability alignment frame useful for the erection of a observation or hunting stand includes a plurality of vertical posts. A horizontal framework interconnects adjacent posts and a leg is secured to an associated vertical post. Each leg extends downwardly and outwardly. A first stabilizing member interconnects non-adjacent, opposed legs, thereby providing a plurality of interconnected legs. Structure is provided for applying a force to the interconnected legs to change the spacing between the bases of a pair of the interconnected legs, thereby providing a wedging action between the stability alignment frame and an elevated vantage point. This provides a stable base for supporting the elevated vantage point.

Abstract: An extension ladder and tree stand for supporting a seated or standing person on an elevated platform against a tree trunk for hunting, photography, and the like. The ladder and platform collapse into a compact size and shape for carrying by a person. The ladder is in telescoping sections. Alternate steps of the ladder slide to the middle of each telescoping section. This provides twice as many steps as sections, reducing the number of telescoping sections by half. This minimizes weight, size, complexity, and expense. When deployed, all parts remain safely assembled in all positions. Captive spring loaded pins fix the telescoping sections in extended or retracted positions, and fix the sliding steps in a middle position of each section. A folding seat on the platform has a cushion that reconfigures into a back cushion for carrying the collapsed assembly on the back of a person.

Abstract: A portable elevated observation chair apparatus comprises a rope ladder releasably attached on each side of a top end thereof to laterally separated elevated support locations and releasably attached on each side of a bottom portion to laterally separated bottom support locations. The attachments cause the rope ladder to resist twisting away from the forward facing direction. A bottom end of the rope ladder is located forward of the top end thereof such that lower rungs of the rope ladder are forward of higher rungs. A flexible chair is attached between upper and lower adjacent rungs located in proximity to the top end of the rope such that a seat is provided by the flexible chair between the rungs. Conveniently the support locations are provided by trees, and the apparatus may be rolled up in a compact bundle and readily carried through treed areas.

Abstract: An animal feeder support device for maintaining a feed container on a substantially vertically extending support member a distance above the ground. The animal feeder support device comprises a stabilizing member, a container support frame, an arm, a first cable, a second cable, and an adjustable strap assembly. The stabilizing member is disposable in a substantially vertical position on the substantially vertically extending support member. The container support frame has an opening sized to receive a feed dispenser of the feed container when the feed container is positioned on the container support frame. The arm has a medial portion connected to the stabilizing member. The first and second cables are adjustably connected to the container support frame. The adjustable strap assembly is connectable to the arm near the medial portion of the arm so that the strap assembly is extendable about the vertically extending support member.

Abstract: A creeper has a base originally used for an engine hoist. The base has wheels for easy mobility. The base in its original form may look like an A-shape when viewed from above. Alternatively, the base is modified to accommodate a tilt front end vehicle like a tractor trailer truck. The height adjuster is an extendable/retractable device such as a hydraulic cylinder. A support beam connects the base to a platform. A vertical arm support, which is preferably metal, keeps the height adjuster in proper alignment for the range of movement of the platform. The platform has a frame. Although the frame can be any number of pieces, it is two pieces in this embodiment. The two pieces include a body section and a chest board section connected by a pivot plate. The entire platform can be folded down for easy storage. Each section is preferably padded with a body pad and a chest pad, respectively.

Abstract: An extension ladder and tree stand for supporting a seated or standing person on an elevated platform against a tree trunk for hunting, photography, and the like. The ladder and platform collapse into a compact size and shape for carrying by a person. The ladder is in telescoping sections. Alternate steps of the ladder slide to the middle of each telescoping section. This provides twice as many steps as sections, reducing the number of telescoping sections by half. This minimizes weight, size, complexity, and expense. When deployed, all parts remain safely assembled in all positions. Captive spring loaded pins fix the telescoping sections in extended or retracted positions, and fix the sliding steps in a middle position of each section. A folding seat on the platform has a cushion that reconfigures into a back cushion for carrying the collapsed assembly on the back of a person.

Abstract: A ladder incorporating a vertical support structure and a set of removable rungs. The vertical support structure is formed by stacking a series of interlocking sticks. The sticks incorporate features allowing the removable installation of the rungs. The rungs are small and light, so that a set of such rungs may be easily carried by a user. The vertical sticks generally remain attached to the object to be climbed—such as a tree or pole. When the user wishes to climb the object, the user installs the rungs as he or she climbs. The rungs are then removed upon descent. In this manner, unauthorized climbing of the object is inhibited. Locking features are also included to prevent unauthorized access by another person having a set of removable rungs.

Abstract: A mechanic's body support including first and second horizontally-oriented and spaced-apart base rails and first and second spaced-apart support rails. Each of the support rails has one end connected to a respective one of the first and second base rails. Each support rail also extends upwardly from and is in vertical alignment with the base rails for supporting a mechanic as he kneels in an elevated position over the engine compartment of a motor vehicle. A chest pad and a knee pad are mounted in spaced-apart relation between the support rails for securing the support rails in a fixed, spaced-apart relation, and for supporting the chest and knees of the mechanic while in the kneeling position, thus allowing the skeletal structure of the body to support the weight, rather than the back and leg muscles.

Abstract: A mechanic support device includes a rigid, parallel pair of base legs having horizontal lower portions and upwardly inclined upper portions, a pair of upper arms telescopically mounted in upper ends of the upper portions of the pair of base legs, a rigid step slidably mounted to, so as to extend between for substantially vertical or inclined sliding over the upper portions of the pair of base legs, and a rigid tray having a resilient pad mounted thereon, the tray slidably mounted on the pair of upper arms. The pair of upper arms includes lower sliding sections in telescopic mounting in the upper ends of the upper portions of the pair of base legs. The pair of upper arms also includes upper cantilevered sections extending cantilevered over, and substantially vertically aligned with, the lower portions of the pair of base legs.

Abstract: A combination apparatus for vehicles with or without an open bed comprising an elevated viewing perch or observation stand with a seat, a luggage/personnel carrier/kayak carrier, a pontoon boat, a fishing platform, and a farm plow. The viewing perch can be mounted on an open bed vehicle such as ATV's, trucks or the like vehicles and have a ladder-type frame on rear wheels. The frame can be used as a utility trailer for hauling equipment, game or an injured person, and readily converted to an elevated position and used as a viewing or hunting stand. The apparatus can be raised to the elevated position by hand or by a winch, can serve as a tent shelter with bunk-type cots placed inside, and can be wired for lighting, energized by the vehicle's battery.

Abstract: A mechanic's body support including first and second horizontally-oriented and spaced-apart base rails and first and second spaced-apart support rails. Each of the support rails has one end connected to a respective one of the first and second base rails and diverging upwardly from and along the length of the base rails for supporting a mechanic in an elevated position over the engine compartment of a motor vehicle. A chest pad and a knee pad are mounted in spaced-apart relation between the support rails for securing the support rails in a fixed, spaced-apart relation, and for supporting the chest and knees of the mechanic.

Abstract: The lookout, designed to lean against a substantially cylindrical and vertical support extending above the ground, comprises a ladder having at least one upright provided with a plurality of rungs spaced at a predetermined distance. The ladder is telescopic, so that it has a total useful length capable of being reduced. The lookout further comprises a platform borne at the upper end of the ladder and provided with means for being braced against the support.

Abstract: A tree stand which includes an upper section, middle section, lower section and a pair of tensioner cable units. The upper section provides standing room and seating for the user of the tree stand. The lower section and the middle section support the upper section in the air and against the tree. The lower section and the middle section include a pair of side rails with ladder rungs attached between the side rails. The ladder rungs allow access by the user to the upper section by climbing the ladder rungs. The ladder also provide structural support to the middle section and the lower section. The tensioner cable units provide tension to hold together the upper section, middle section and lower section.

Abstract: A combination tree stand, blind and equipment carrier having a platform to support a user thereon within a user enclosure, a top frame member defining an upward opening of the enclosure, and first and second hinge assemblies connecting the top frame to the platform to allow it to be moved between a collapsed position and a fully erect position. The first and second hinge assemblies are positioned to extend between rearward and forward portions of the platform and the top frame. The hinge assemblies fold inward toward each other to collapse the enclosure for carrying or use as an equipment carrier when wheels are added. A seat is pivotally connected to the first hinge assembly which also serves as a back for the seat. A shelf and a splash panel are pivotally connected to the second hinge assembly. The platform has an access opening for the user to enter the user enclosure, and an access door.

Abstract: A mounting platform is provided for access to a trampoline or similar exercise device. The mounting platform removably attaches to the side of the trampoline to provide a horizontal surface from which an individual can move onto or off of the trampoline. An adjustable ladder provides access to the platform and, in one embodiment, can be folded under the platform, which itself can be removed from the trampoline or collapsed to a vertical position when not in use.

Abstract: A tree stand is described that enables the user to pivot a seat to multiple positions for improved visibility and shooting. The stand is constructed of a frame that includes a rear section with a seat mount, and a front section with a platform; a multi-section ladder having an upper end attachable to a lower part of the frame; a swivel seat; and a connector arm having a first end pivotally attached to the frame and a second end pivotally attached to the seat, whereby the seat can be pivoted to various seating positions relative to the frame. The stand also includes toothed tree engagement arms with stops to align hooks from a tree-girdling cinch longitudinally behind the teeth of the arms for improved clamping.

Abstract: A tree stand which includes an upper section, middle section, lower section and a pair of tensioner cable units. The upper section provides standing room and seating for the user of the tree stand. The lower section and the middle section support the upper section in the air and against the tree. The lower section and the middle section include a pair of side rails with ladder rungs attached between the side rails. The ladder rungs allow access by the user to the upper section by climbing the ladder rungs. The ladder also provide structural support to the middle section and the lower section. The tensioner cable units provide tension to hold together the upper section, middle section and lower section.

Abstract: A hunting stand rotatably connected to a first ladder section and a second ladder section rotatably connected to the first ladder section which can be locked in a deployed configuration and fastened to a tree by a ratchet strap that encircles the tree and connects to the stand. The weight of the hunter is supported by a steel brace connecting the deployed stand to the first ladder section and also by the tree.

Abstract: A novel tree stand comprising a frame adapted to lie vertically along the trunk of a tree, having a sleeve attached at the top end to receive a seat; a sleeve attached at the bottom end to receive a footrest; a pair of wings rotatably attached to the frame; and a load-holding ratcheting tie strap which, when attached to both wings and tightened around the back of the tree, holds the wings back against the tree, thus bracing the frame so it does not swivel in place or move down the tree. The wings rotate backwards to fit any tree, and preferably have, upon the side that touches the tree, bumps, teeth or grooves that dig into the tree's surface to further ensure non-slippage. The frame preferably has one or more mounting plates for added stability, as well as, at various places: holes, hooks, handles or other holding means on either side for cable supports for a footrest.

Abstract: The lookout, designed to lean against a substantially cylindrical and vertical support extending above the ground, comprises a ladder having at least one upright provided with a plurality of rungs spaced at a predetermined distance. The ladder has a total useful length capable of being reduced. The lookout further comprises a platform borne at the upper end of the ladder and provided with means for being braced against the support.

Abstract: While a crawler body 110 is traveling, infrared sensors 144 and an elevational difference calculator 132 incorporated in a controller 130 detects the magnitude of a step present ahead of the crawler body 110. A safety speed calculator 134 calculates a safety speed based on the magnitude of the step detected and on the position of the platform 116 relative to the crawler body 110, which position is detected by various detectors 141˜143 and by a position calculator 133. A comparator 135 compares this safety speed with the traveling speed of the crawler body 110, and if the current speed of the crawler body 110 is greater than the safety speed, then the comparator 135 outputs a warning signal. Upon receiving this signal, a restrictor 136 controls a valve controller 131 to reduce the speed of the crawler body 110 such that the crawler body 110 can travel over the step safely.

Abstract: A treestand platform is strung in a manner at least similar to the stringing of a sports racket, such as a tennis racket, and a treestand having such a platform. The platform might comprise a peripheral frame supporting and delimiting a tension surface formed by a plurality of crossed string sections. The strung surface may be sufficiently resilient to yield very slightly under load, but is sufficiently tenacious that such slight yielding occurs without breakage or permanent deformation. The stringing provides a platform that is both strong and lightweight. The stringing also provides a platform that has a downward visibility comparable to transparency, and which is substantially noiseless during treestand transport, assembly, erection and use, and any other handling.

Abstract: A stabilizing device for stabilizing a ladder stand against a tree or post. The stabilizing device includes a first strut having a base member adapted to engage a tree or post and be secured thereto by a flexible strap and a clevis formed at the opposite end of the first strut for securing the first strut to a lower rung of a ladder stand. The stabilizing device includes a second strut pivotally connected to the first strut adjacent the base member and including a clevis for securing the opposite end of the second strut to a rung spaced four or five rungs away from the lower rung of the ladder stand to which the first strut is connected. The struts may include telescoping extension members for varying the effective lengths of the struts. The stabilizing device resists a tendency for a ladder stand to tilt away from a tree or post during an ascent or descent of the ladder stand by a person using same.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an accessory for an ATV (all terrain vehicle) mounted on top of an ATV to allow the use of a stationary ATV as a hunting stand. The accessory is comprised primarily of square metallic tubular members that surround a hunter sitting on an ATV, allowing for waterproof camouflage material to be attached along the outside of the accessory to shield the ATV and user from the sight of passing game. The waterproof camouflage panels also provide a hunter with protection against the elements. The accessory allows a user to sit above the ATV on a seat located at the top of the accessory. Access to this top seat is provided by horizontal tubular members at the rear of the accessory that can be positioned for use as a ladder. The top seat allows a user to have a high vantage point for hunting. The accessory transforms an ATV into a comfortable and effective hunting stand even in an open field.

Abstract: A highly mobile support cart for automotive service personnel presents an elevated support platform over the engine compartment of a vehicle undergoing service. The wheeled frame, ideally supported by a smooth, concrete surface, comprises a rigid, transverse base from which rigid, elongated rails outwardly diverge. The frame mounts an extensible, slightly inclined ladder that supports the work platform. The frame rails and base are equipped with suitable caster wheel assemblies for locomotion. The divergent, reinforced frame design enhances stability and structural integrity. The extensible ladder transported by the frame projects upwardly from the rear. The ladder comprises a lower half pivoted to the frame that telescopingly receives a sliding upper half. Registered locking orifices are pinned by a spring biased clip system to lock the ladder halves against axial displacement. The locking clip comprises a generally C-shaped clasp that is yieldably, spring biased to a locking position.

Abstract: An elevated occupant supporting stand convertible to a wheeled cart capable of multiple uses and purposes. The stand includes a framework having a seat, footrest, safety railing and a structure for engaging a vertical support member such as a tree trunk, pole or the like. A sectional ladder is detachably connected to the framework and a stabilizer bar extends between a lower portion of the ladder and the support member to enable an occupant to climb the ladder to gain access to the framework, seat and related structure and enable an occupant to descend from the stand to ground surface. When used as a cart, an axle fixedly secured to the framework is provided with supporting wheels and the framework and disassembled ladder sections form a structure for supporting various items to be moved to and from a site of use of the stand with the ladder sections being secured together and forming projecting handles for manipulating the wheeled cart.

Abstract: A collapsible hunting stand for supporting a user above a ground surface. The collapsible hunting stand includes a top plate with upper ends of a plurality poles pivotally coupled thereto. A platform is positioned between the poles beneath the top plate. A pulley system connecting the platform to the top plate to permit raising and lowering of the platform.

Abstract: An adapter for converting a conventional ladder to a tree stand ladder which comprises a substantially flat horizontal platform having a pair of vertical connecting members extending downwardly and from one end of the platform, each connecting member has a port for receiving a top portion of the lateral members of a ladder with a ladder locking device forming a connection between the connecting members and the top portion of the lateral support members of the ladder. The other end of the horizontal platform is provided with a curved portion for mating with a tree or pole while a ratchet type locking strap is used to secure the tree stand ladder adapter along with a ladder to a tree or pole while a second securing strap is provided near a lower or middle part of the ladder securing a middle or lower portion of the ladder to the tree if desired.

Abstract: A safety platform foldable structure for a ladder for a worker to stand on. The platform structure has a platform flooring in the shape of the letter H which is removably mountable to one rung of an upstanding ladder to an open horizontal or vertical closed position. Spaced apart hook mechanisms extending from the flooring, are releasably secured to the rung to assist holding the platform in the horizontal position and to hold the platform in the vertical closed position. Downwardly extending front side walls from the flooring engage rails on the ladder to secure the platform in the horizontal position.

Abstract: A new observation and hunting stand with safety platform for preventing accidental falls from such stands, particularly tripod supported stands. The inventive device includes a tripod support base supported by the ground, and a platform attached to an upper end of the tripod support base. The platform includes a pivoting door formed therein which pivots between open and closed positions to permit ingress into, and egress from, the platform. In the closed position of the door, the platform is substantially solid with no openings therein, to prevent falls from the platform. The door is trapezoidal in shape with a wide end thereof adjacent the edge of the platform to allow passage of a person. In the open position of the door, the door rests against a seat support post, thus defining a stop for the door.

Abstract: A marine vessel ladder system that is primarily used for overboard emergency situations. The ladder system is collapsible and separable into two pieces with one piece substantially smaller than the other. The smaller piece serves both as a retainer to hold the larger piece in a folded, stowed position and also as a connector to fasten the larger piece to a customized area along an edge of the vessel's deck. The ladder system is deployable by one deckhand and includes vertically oriented upper and lower ladder sections with a horizontally oriented grate section therebetween. Fixed vertical railings and collapsible side railings are provided for assistance in ascending and descending the ladder system. Optional safety straps are provided to secure the system prior to and during use.

Abstract: A hunter's stand which may be easily secured to the bed of a pick up truck. In the collapsed position, the stand is lower than the cab of the truck and may be readily driven to any desired destination at highway speeds. Upon arrival at the hunting area the truck may be driven off road to the desired position. The hunter's stand may be erected by one person and is immediately ready for use. It is a simple matter for one person to collapse the stand for transportation to a different hunting site or to drive to overnight accommodations. At the end of the hunting season, the collapsed hunter's stand may be quickly and easily removed from the pick up truck and stored in a small space until further needed.

Abstract: A new Lever Mounted Deer Stand for offering a quick and easy attachment of a tree stand to a tree. The inventive device includes a tree stand, a tension clamp means, and a penetrating means. In use, the present invention is a method comprising the steps of tranporting the device to a desired location, leaning the device up against a tree, climbing a ladder of the device, wrapping the tree with a chain, hooking a tension lever means with the chain, clamping the tree with the tension lever means, forcing a penetrating means into the tree, rehooking the tension lever means with the chain, and repeating said clamping, forcing, and rehooking steps until the penetrating means is fully inserted into the tree and the chain is tight.

Abstract: A new convertible tree stand for converting a tree stand into a game carrier. The inventive device includes a platform portion having a generally circular configuration. The platform portion has an aperture through a central portion thereof for receiving a tree therein. The platform portion is comprised of a pair of separable sections. The separable sections are coupled together by opposed male and female hinges. A ladder portion extends upwardly through the platform portion for coupling with the tree. The ladder portion includes an upper vertical portion having a pair of cleats disposed on an interior surface thereof for engaging the tree. The pair of cleats have a rope member extending around the tree. The upper vertical portion has a seat portion pivotally coupled to a front surface thereof. A lower end of the upper vertical portion has an upper horizontal portion extending outwardly therefrom.

Abstract: A foldable portable tree stand is comprised of top and bottom ladder sections hinged to each other, a platform rotatably connected to the top ladder section, and double-angle beams pivotally connected to the platform. When the ladder sections are unfolded, the double-angle beams are retained to the top ladder section to support the platform in a working position. A front guard is slidable within the top ladder section to provide a front railing for the platform. Side guards are slidable within the front guard to provide side railings for the platform. Legs are independently slidable within the bottom ladder section to enable the tree stand to accommodate uneven ground. The top ladder section is swingable to overlie the bottom ladder section. The platform can then rotate to a folded position overlying the top ladder section. The double-angle beams are pivotable to a storage mode between wheels mounted to the bottom ladder section.

Abstract: A collapsible tree stand to provide an elevated support for a hunter or hunters against a tree trunk. The stand includes an elongated sectional ladder having a platform seat and footrest each pivotally attached to the uppermost ladder section. The platform seat also includes safety front and side rails removably associated with the seat. An anchoring structure is provided for securing the tree stand to the tree. The seat and footrest are dimensioned to accommodate a single occupant or two occupants. When disassembled, the safety rails attach and nest, and the platform seat and footrest collapse and nest with respect to the uppermost ladder section, for compact transport and storage.

Abstract: A combination hunting stand and game carrier apparatus (10) is described. The apparatus includes a first frame member (12), a second frame member (22) and a third frame member (42). A wheel (48) is mounted on the third frame member to allow for moving the apparatus in the game carrier configuration. The wheel is removed from the third frame member and rotated 90.degree. and remounted on the third frame member to provide a seat for the apparatus in the game carrier configuration. A pair of handles (60) are provided on either side (12C) of the first frame member and allow for moving the apparatus in the game carrier configuration. The handles are removed from the first frame member and reattached between the first frame member and the second frame member to act as braces for the hunting stand configuration.

Abstract: A modular ladder system for climbing trees is provided, comprising an upper assembly having a first pair of support members attached to one another by a top step; a lower assembly having a second pair of support members attached to one another by a bottom step; a central assembly having a third pair of support members and a third step, wherein the upper and lower assemblies are independently slidable relative to the central assembly; a first lock between the upper assembly and the central assembly for selectively locking the position of the upper assembly relative to the central assembly in an extended position and a retracted position; a second lock between the lower assembly and the central assembly for selectively locking the position of the lower assembly relative to the central assembly in an extended position and a retracted position; an attachment device on the upper assembly for attaching the ladder module to a tree; and a stabilizer on the upper assembly and the lower assembly for stabilizing the lad

Abstract: A workstand for use when servicing heavy tracks or the like, the workstand including opposing curved first and second sides spaced apart from each other and a top support platform extending therebetween. Upper and lower steps extend between the front portions of the curved first and second sides to provide access to the top support platform. The curved first and second sides combine with the top support platform and the steps form a structure having a wheel receiving area therein and having an open backside that provides access to the wheel receiving area. The workstand is constructed to be positioned around a tire of the truck's wheel assembly with the first and second sides immediately adjacent to the frame of the vehicle and the top support platform above the wheel receiving area so as to support a mechanic or the like above the wheel assembly adjacent to the vehicle's engine.

Abstract: A ladder having pivotable folding riser sections, includes at least one pair of elongated riser components connected by a folding joint. The components have mating contacting ends abutting each other at an angle 45.degree. from the linear axis of the components. A reinforcing member concentric with said components is positioned across the joint, and a pivotable connection is formed by hinge members connected to each of the ladder components which are pivotally connected to each other by means of a hinge pin located exteriorally of the components. The invention also provides pivoting stand off members and a strap tightening mechanism for providing tightening tension equally on both ends of the strap which thus is not caused to move laterally during tightening.

Abstract: A ladder safety attachment designed to secure a ladder at its top to a tree or pole to prevent rocking or sliding of the ladder out of the position to which the ladder was initially set. The safety attachment includes a platform with two sets of spikes. The spikes in the first set are fixed in position with respect to the platform and are designed to engage a tree or pole as soon as the combined safety attachment and ladder are placed against the pole or tree, holding the ladder in its initial position while an operator ascends the ladder to engage the second set of spikes. The spikes in the second set are adjustable and are designed to accommodate various diameter trees or poles. The safety attachment further includes a adjustable set of ladder attachment brackets which can be adjusted to accommodate ladders of various sizes.

Abstract: This invention relates to a mobile stair system for pets and other small animals, a method of making said mobile stair system, and a method of producing elements of said mobile stair system. Said mobile stair system comprises a number of crossbars, a left side support and a right side support which jointly form a main frame for the mobile stair system. A cord is run through a number of holes in the left side support and in the right side support and through the number of crossbars, forming a number of stairs of the mobile stair system. The method of making the mobile stair system comprises connecting a number of crossbars between a left side support and a right side support to form a main frame, spreading a covering over the number of crossbars of the main frame, and connecting the number of crossbars, the left side support, the right side support and the covering by using a cord such that the covering serves as a number of stairs.

Abstract: An apparatus providing a game stand and game carrier combination having an elongated frame providing a ladder, the frame having wheels mounted thereon for transport of the apparatus, an elongated stabilizer bar having one of its ends mounted to the frame and extending outwardly therefrom, the other end of the stabilizer bar being provided with a first gripping device for contact with an upright for laterally stabilizing the frame in a generally upright posture with respect to the upright, a platform on the frame and extending outwardly therefrom in the same general direction as the stabilizer bar, and a second gripping device provided on the apparatus at an upper portion thereof for contact with the upright for further laterally stabilizing the frame at its upper portion with respect to the upright.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a safety platform having a large platform with a high friction surface. Surrounding and supporting the platform are four legs. Located at the upper ends of the legs are two lateral guard rails and a front guard rail. The rear of the platform is open for user entry. The rear legs have longitudinal slots to accommodate a linkage extending from each rear corner of the platform to the rear of each lateral guard rail. The user may fully fold the safety platform by lifting the rear of the platform, thereby causing the invention to fold to a relatively narrow configuration for easy storage.

Abstract: A safety ladder made special for attachment to a lubricator, or a vertically disposed pipe, which enables a person to safely scale the lubricator after it has been affixed to a well head. The improved safety ladder apparatus of this invention is externally attached to the lubricator in such a manner that a rigid triangular structure of great structural integrity results from the combination. The ladder forms the hypotenuse of the triangle and is attached at a comfortable downwardly sloped angle respective to the lubricator so that it is easy and safe to scale. The ladder has opposed side rails rigidly connected together by a plurality of spaced rungs, and an upper end opposed to a lower end. A seat or chair is attached to the upper end of the ladder and forms part of the ladder apparatus. There is an anchor device mounted at the top of the ladder that is in the form of a yoke. The yoke has a central part from which opposed legs extend into attached relationship respective to the seat at the top of the ladder.

Abstract: A ladder-based cart apparatus includes a first ladder assembly and a second ladder assembly. A pair of wheel assemblies are supported by first ladder assembly at preselected positions along the first ladder assembly. Adjustable connection assemblies connect the wheel assemblies to the preselected positions along the first ladder assembly. Each connection assembly has a height which is less than respective widths of first lateral support members of the first ladder assembly so that translation of the second ladder assembly with respect to the first ladder assembly is not interfered with by the connection assembly. A first platform assembly, connected to distal ends of second lateral support members of the second ladder assembly, includes a hinge assembly connected to the distal ends of the second lateral support members. A first platform element is connected to the hinge assembly. A stop element is connected to a bottom side of the first platform element.

Abstract: A folding ladder tree stand comprising a ladder having a runged upper section and a separate runged lower section; a coupling mechanism for pivotally coupling the upper section with the lower section such that they are generally alignable for placing the ladder in an operable configuration and proximately positionable for placing the ladder in a stowed configuration; a collapsible chair pivotally coupled to the upper section of the ladder and positionable above the upper section in an operable configuration and proximately positionable therewith in a stowed configuration; and a securement mechanism adapted for securing the chair to a tree with the chair and ladder in operable configurations for use and for securing the chair and ladder in their stowed configurations for transport.