Abstract: A tree stand leveler comprising a sleeve having a base end and a tip end; at least one adjustable mounting bracket coupled across the sleeve and adapted for securing a tree stand thereupon; a T-shaped extension rail having a cross leg with an base leg extended therefrom and adjustably coupled to the sleeve; and a coupling mechanism for adjustably coupling the cross leg of the extension rail to a tree; whereby adjustment of the mounting bracket, sleeve, and coupling means enable a tree stand to be leveled.

Abstract: It is an object of the present invention to provide a new and improved portable seat for use in the outdoors comprising an elongated lower support member having a first end, a second end, a top surface, and a bottom surface. A triangular securement member has an upper portion, a lower portion, a base end and an apex end, the apex end of the securement member being integral with the first end of the lower support member. The upper portion of the securement member includes a first leg and a second leg, and a slot formed within the base end of the securement member. An elongated upper support has a first end and a second end, a top surface and a bottom surface. A back rest has a first end, a second end, a top surface and a bottom surface, the top surface of the back rest being secured to the second end bottom surface of upper support.

Abstract: An apparatus for installing communications cable and splices in the cable. The apparatus is used when suspending the cable from poles so that a cable to be spliced terminates adjacent a desired pole in a loop of a length insufficient to reach the ground. The apparatus includes a work platform assembly, having a planar work surface slidably mounted for movement in two directions. This assembly can be installed on the pole in a position where the pole is spaced from the platform. A worker can be suspended adjacent to the work platform on a support independent of the work platform. From the independent support a splicing device can be mounted on the work platform. The work platform assembly is collapsible, light in weight and adapted to support equipment but not workers.

Abstract: A tree stand includes a platform attachable to a tree so as to be substantially horizontal and a pivotally connected seat structure. The seat structure includes a first U-shaped member attachable to the tree, and a V-shaped member with its splayed arms pivotally connected to the U-shaped member. A flexible seat material is suspended between the apex of the V-shaped member and the transverse portion of the U-shaped member so as to make a seat conformable to the posterior of the outdoorsman, when seated. The seat element is pleated so as to be bowl-shaped to more naturally conform to the outdoorsman's posterior.

Abstract: An improvement in hunting tree stands which allows for the adaptation of such devices to trees or other support members which may not be truly vertical, thereby providing a level platform and/or seat arrangement irrespective of the orientation of the tree or support member. Leveling is accomplished by a telescopic arrangement attached to the standing platform thereby eliminating the need for ridged braces.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for installing communications cable and splices in the cable. The method involves suspending the cable from poles so that a cable to be spliced terminates adjacent a desired pole in a loop of a length insufficient to reach the ground. A work platform assembly is installed on the pole in a position spaced from the platform and is leveled. A worker is suspended adjacent to the work platform on a support independent of the work platform. From the independent support a splicing device is mounted on the work platform, an end of the looped cable is organized in the splicing tool, the end of a second, third or fourth cable is organized in the splicing tool and the splice formed, all from the independent support. The support, worker, and work platform are then removed. The pole supported platform includes a planar work surface supported in an adjustable spaced relationship to the pole.

Abstract: A tree stand (10) for supporting a person such as a hunter or photographer at a selected elevation above the ground by securing the tree stand (10) to the trunk of a tree. The tree stand (10) includes a seat assembly (112) connected to a platform (12), the seat (112) being movable with respect to the platform (12) and the platform (12) being collapsible to reduce its overall length and width. The platform (12) includes a plurality of extendable panels (18) positioned one next to another, each including a plurality of extension sections (20) cooperating one with another in telescoping fashion. Extension locking mechanisms (50) are provided to selectively lock the relative position of each extension section (20) at least within its receiving extension section (20). A securement assembly (80) is provided for securing the platform (12) to a selected tree and includes at least a retaining strap (82) and a tree engagement device (98).

Abstract: The invention relates to an apparatus for climbing an upright columnar member such as a tree, pole, or the like, using two climbing members. The first climbing member has a first upright member gripping structure and an adjustable platform spaced from the upright member to accommodate the body of the user in a sitting position. The adjustable platform is preferably a seat which is adjustable to permit the occupant to recline from an upright sitting position. The second climbing member has a second upright member to accommodate the feet of the user. One or both of the climbing members have a retraction device and locking mechanism for adjustably maintaining the climbing members in substantially horizontal position relative to the ground as the climber ascends or descends the tree.

Abstract: A portable tree stand assembly includes a horizontal platform, which is easily mountable to a trunk of a tree. A vertical mounting structure is connected to a rear side of the horizontal platform and extends vertically downward from the horizontal platform. A cantilevered support structure is connected between a front side of the horizontal platform and a base of the vertical mounting structure, which allows an upper surface of the horizontal platform to be unobstructed. A plurality of spurs protruding rearwardly from the vertical mounting structure grip the surface of a tree without causing substantial damage to the tree. A link chain secures the stand to the tree without requiring cinching or tightening.

Abstract: A fixed position tree stand having extendable vertical members for adjusting the height of the seat and extendable and retractable diagonal support members for adjusting the angle of the footrest.The invention includes an inverted U-shaped tubular frame having two extendable and retractable substantially vertical arms. The U-shaped frame is hung from a T-shaped screw handle attached to a tree. The footrest is pivotally attached at the rear thereof to the extendable and retractable vertical arms. Extendable and retractable support arms are pivotally mounted diagonally between the front of the footrest to the upper end of the extendable and retractable vertical arms. The diagonal extendable and retractable support arms permit the angle or inclination of the footrest to be adjusted. Provision is made to permit incremental automatic retraction or extension of the diagonal members by the combination of a locking pin assembly and a resilient biasing member mounted on each diagonal member.

Abstract: A compact, versatile tree stand includes a seating section having at least one pair of longitudinally side members supporting a seat and means for gripping a tree connected at one end of the side members. A cross member is provided so as to reversibly extend the seating section. The cross member may also be completely removed from the seating section. A foot supporting section has a rectangular frame which is divided into two frame sections. The two frame sections may be separated so that the frame can be reassembled for climbing and use as a tree stand or disassembled to reduce the length of the foot supporting section for transportation and storage. The seating section may also be used as a hand climber.

Abstract: A tree stand having a frame adapted to be disposed substantially vertically along the tree trunk. A pair of spaced apart tree engaging members are attached to a top portion of the frame and having a seat connected thereto. A second pair of tree engaging members are pivotally attached along the substantially horizontal axis to a lower portion of the frame for engaging the tree trunk at a second vertical level. A fastening mechanism is provided for extending around the tree trunk and around the frame, for attaching the tree stand to the tree trunk at a desired level. A platform is rigidly attached to the second tree engaging members for permitting the person to stand on the platform when it is in a horizontal disposition.

Abstract: A climbing apparatus which is primarily used as a climbing deer stand, and which includes a pair of side frame members spaced by and mounted to a wedge support, and further provided with a wedge attached to the wedge support for engaging one side of a tree or pole, and an engaging bar removably carried by the side frames for encircling and engaging the opposite side of the tree or pole to support the apparatus. The climbing apparatus is used in cooperation with a foot support which is generally characterized by a pair of side supports shaped from a single piece of pipe or conduit into a generally U-shaped configuration, with a removable forward brace positioned between the terminus of the legs of the U, and a V-shaped rear brace spaced from the forward brace.

Abstract: A tree house kit includes a number of identical frames for attachment around a tree trunk. The array of frames supports floor panels and may also support wall and roof panels all made from templates provided in the kit to form a complete enclosure around the tree trunk. Each frame includes a self-leveling, telescoping floor panel supporting section which may be adjusted so that the array of frames can be installed on irregular tree trunks and trunks with different diameters, yet still maintain the floor in a level condition. Each frame may also include wall and roof panel supporting sections which mate with the floor supporting section and which also adapt themselves to irregularities in the tree trunk.