Abstract: The disclosed flying ring game includes a flying ring and a rectangular game board having two opposing short ends and two lateral sides, wherein the rectangular game board is disposed at a ten degree angle from a flat reference and defines a circular opening proximal a short end. The flying ring game also comprises a light stick and base adjacent a middle of each of the opposing short ends and the lateral sides. Each light stick is mounted to an interconnecting base and has a rubber ball at its top and a light source adjacent the light stick. The flying ring game also includes a stand alone light stick having a circular base and a rubber ball at its top. A method of playing the disclosed flying ring game with multiple game boards and multiple interconnected light sticks and multiple stand alone light sticks is also included in the disclosure.

Abstract: Systems and methods of converting a cornhole game to a horseshoe game are provided. In one exemplary embodiment, a horseshoe apparatus that is operable to be disposed in a bag receiving hole in an inclined platform of a cornhole apparatus comprises inner and outer bases with each base having upper and lower surfaces. The apparatus further includes a coupling mechanism having first and second ends, wherein the coupling mechanism is coupled to the lower surface of the inner base such that the first end is positioned to extend outside a perimeter of the inner base and the second end is positioned within the perimeter of the inner base. The apparatus also includes a stem disposed through and at a center of the outer base. The stem is operable to deflect or catch an object tossed towards the stem.

Abstract: An apparatus and method of play for a ring tossing game. The apparatus includes targets with a plurality of mounted pegs and annular rings. When the ring tossing game is played the targets are placed at a distance from each other and the rings are tossed at each of the targets, in turn; in an attempt to score by landing a ring around any of the targets' mounted pegs, with each toss being scored and a winner being declared when one of the two opponents reaches a score of exactly twenty-one or hits each of the four corner pegs with each of the four rings in the same turn without opponent canceling out a score.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an arcade type crane game that includes a target support structure with cylindrical, open ended target holders to prevent targets from toppling before, during, and after playing the game. Here, cylindrical is used in its broadest sense to mean a regular upright structure that supports a target that is round, square, oval, rectangular, etc., and not limited to circular cross sections. The cylindrical holders allow the targets to be lifted upward out of the holder without resistance, but prevents targets from tipping over and knocking other targets over in the process.

Abstract: A flying object water game by which an object is thrown or tossed at a framework on which water emitting targets reside. A target framework includes one or more detachable water emitting targets. A first team defends the framework while a second team throws or tosses, from a predetermined distance, a flying object at the target framework and associated water emitting targets with the objective to hit and detach one or more targets from the framework.

Abstract: A ring toss game includes a scoreboard, a play area, and a plurality of rings. The score board includes a vertical pole having scoring tabs on opposites of the pole. A clothes pin is provided for each side of the scoreboard and may be used to selectively clamp onto a given tab thereby displaying a given score. The play area includes a first square tray perpendicularly secured to a second square tray along a common side. In the center of the first square tray is a perpendicular object tube about which rings may be tossed in a game of skill. In the center of the second tray on the same side as that of the object tube is a hook. The hook is positioned to hold rings when not in use.

Abstract: A weight storage peg for supporting free weight plates from an exercise superstructure includes a bar extending from a fastener. An exterior surface of the bar is provided by a nylon casting around a cylindrical tube weldment. The nylon casting tapers from a wider portion adjacent the free end to a narrower portion nearer the fastener. The nylon casting also provides a mounting flange around the head of a female threaded mounting bolt, with the female threaded mounting bolt welded to a cylindrical tube to form the cylindrical tube weldment.

Abstract: A ring toss game that includes a three-ring unitary ring assembly tossed at a set of upstanding pins. The pins are arranged to form an equilateral triangle between their centers and are attached to a base plate. Points are scored by opposing players or teams by encircling a pin with at least one ring of the three-ring unitary ring assembly. The targets are spaced 15-20 feet apart.

Abstract: A calf roping training apparatus incorporating a simulated calf, a support column and a towing structure. The support column has a spin joint and an invert joint. The calf body of the simulated calf is formed by one or more pieces of simulated skin and a simulated head fixed in anatomical form by a body frame. The support column is anchored to the towing structure. The towing structure has a tow member, a pair of long skids, a short skid, and a towing attachment device. The support column base is attached to the short skid which provides for transfer of the weight of the simulated calf to the ground. The support column top is attached to or integrated with the body frame.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a game in which players launch, shoot, or propel objects at a target, and more specifically, to a game in which players launch, shoot, or propel objects in an attempt to attach the objects to a target that may be in motion, or to dislodge objects that are hanging from the target.

Abstract: A roping practice apparatus includes a base and at least one wheel rotatably mounted to the base about a horizontal wheel axis oriented transverse to the base and below the top surface of the base, the wheel defiling at least one slot extending from a rim of the wheel toward the wheel axis. The rim of the wheel extends above the top surface of the base. An upper portion defines a wheel well on a bottom surface thereof, and is configured such that the wheel extends upward into the wheel well. The upper portion is supported above the base such that a gap is formed between the upper portion and the base. The wheel is configured such that a selected object drawn through the gap enters the at least one slot on the wheel and causes the wheel to rotate. A retainer mechanism is operative to prevent the upper portion from moving upward away from the base.

Abstract: A ring toss game has a pair of target boxes, pegs, and throwing elements. The tops of the target boxes have holes into which the pegs can be placed. The pegs are sized to receive the throwing elements. Different sized pegs may be used, and the holes on the target box may be in a linear configuration. The target boxes may also be raised at an angle to facilitate playing of a ring toss game. The throwing elements may be annular rings, close loops of rope, or loops of rubber tubing. In some embodiments of the invention the target boxes have handles to assist with portability. In other embodiments the parts of the game are provided as a kit.

Abstract: A portable horseshoe court demarcation device formed of a plurality of engaged pairs of flexible members such as webbing. The ends of the flexible members once engaged to the ground mark a Horseshoe court. Center sections of one pair of flexible members provide a reference point from which to determine where to place horseshoe stakes, or provide flexible members for marking the installation point for the horseshoe stakes.

Abstract: A mechanical roping steer apparatus for practicing roping of a steer is disclosed that comprises a support assembly for engaging the ground surface and a steer assembly mounted on the support assembly. The support assembly may comprise a main frame and a pair of lateral skids mounted on the main frame, and the pair of lateral skids may each be pivotable with respect to the main frame. In some embodiments, the steer assembly includes a frame and a body covering assembly mounted on the frame and configured to move with respect to the frame in response to movement of the steer assembly across the ground surface. In some embodiments, the steer assembly comprises includes a frame and a head assembly mounted on the frame and configured to move with respect to the frame in response to movement of the steer assembly across the ground surface.

Abstract: The invention provides a structure of a horse riding machine and directs to a mechanism composed of a swinging device and a guiding device. The mechanism can produce the back-and-forth motion, the swinging motion, and the left-and-right and up-and-down motions and thus the 8-shaped motion. Thus, the effect of actually riding a horse can be obtained such that the horse riding machine having the effect of overall exercising the buttock, the waist and the leg and the body-shaping effect can be obtained.

Abstract: Described is a cooler that stores and maintains food and beverages at a desired temperature, but also doubles as a training apparatus for steer roping. The steer roping apparatus may be integrated with a cooler handle configured as steer horns and an optional steer snout. The horns and/or snout may be extended, rotated or otherwise adjusted to generate various horn and snout positions for simulating a complete training regiment.

Abstract: A play activity set including a target at which objects may be directed, a plurality of objects for throwing at the target, the plurality of objects including at least a first object with a first opening therethrough and a second object with a second opening therethrough, in one particular aspect the first opening different in size than the second opening, the target made from box material from at least one box, the target including an upright portion and a first projection projecting from the upright portion, and the first opening and the second opening each sufficient to encompass the first projection when thrown at the target.

Abstract: A compact lightweight portable heeling/heading rope practicing system with a detachable head portion that provides automated movement simulating the movement of bovine legs using pendular motion driven by a hand cranked spring mechanism and/or electric powered motor, and a method of promoting the sale of such rope practicing systems in conjunction with events in which potential purchasers already participate.

Abstract: Apparatus for steer head roping training comprising a simulated steer head with pivoting horns which pivot upwards, and also optionally rearward, as a lasso rope around the horns is pulled by a roping trainee, thereby releasing the lasso for repetitive training. A tension spring, which is attached to the bottom or inside end of each horn and stretched between them, urges the horns to an anatomically correct down position until a lasso rope around the horns is pulled, and restores the horns to an anatomically correct position when the lasso has been released. A head pivoting bracket may also provide for upward pivoting of the head as the lasso rope is pulled, further facilitating the release of the lasso from the horns, and for restoring the head to an anatomically correct down position when the lasso has been released.

Abstract: The portable game apparatus includes a plurality of removable pegs, a planar game board that possesses a plurality of holes in a predetermined pattern and at least one annular plastic disk that has an inner edge, and an outer edge, a planar portion, and a rim whereby the plane is angled so that the inner edge is substantially higher than the outer edge of the disk.The disk toss game involves throwing the disk toward the game board with the object of encircling one of the pegs. The length of the toss can be carried from 30 to 100+ feet depending on the talent of the competitors. The disk is aerodynamically shaped so that when it is tossed, it will become buoyant or airborne, thus enabling competitors of various physical attributes to become adapt at developing their skills at several distances. However, competitive standards will be developed. The game can be easily transported and played in any terrain or season of the year.

Abstract: A tabletop miniature horseshoes game for use in private residences which includes a substantially horizontal playing surface and a pair of miniature posts to be used as the target for tossed miniature horseshoes. An embodiment for use in commercial establishments provides a token means to activate the game, a means to change and display each players score, a means to keep track of and display game time, and a means to lower the posts when the game is over. The commercial establishment game may also incorporate a vending machine to dispense the 1/10th scale horseshoes to be used with the game.

Abstract: A tossing game system that includes a target support structure including a base assembly having four detachable stabilizing legs and a vertical support having three horizontally oriented standoffs; first, second and third L-shaped ring toss targets each securable to the end of one of the three horizontally oriented standoffs; four securing stakes each insertable through a stake aperture formed through the end of each of the four detachable stabilizing legs; at least one tossing ring having a central opening of sufficient size to allow passage therethrough of the target end of each of the first, second and third L-shaped ring toss targets; first, second and third ball targets that are each securable to the end of one of the three horizontally oriented standoffs, each first, second and third ball target including a connecting structure having a ball target connecting end that is connectable to one of the three horizontally oriented standoffs, a net support ring attached to the connecting structure, and an open

Abstract: A game structure for use on a horizontal or substantially horizontal surface, the structure comprising a shaft one or more loop members, the shaft including two support members extending from each end of the shaft for supporting the shaft in a horizontal or substantially horizontal position above the surface; and each loop member occupying a respective plane and being rotatably connected or connectable to the shaft at the loop periphery so that when the loop member is disposed below the shaft and in contact with or in close proximity to said surface, the loop member may rotate about a vertical or substantially vertical axis which extends through the respective plane. Game structure including different combinations of additional components, and games playable on a horizontal or substantially horizontal surface comprised of game structure of this invention in combination with other game components to permit ball rolling games, ring toss games, games which require a suspended net, and combinations thereof.

Abstract: An apparatus for use in roping skills training and practice. This invention is designed particularly for providing a practical, effective, lightweight and economical alternative to live animal practice for "heeling", the roping of the hind legs of steers and calves for rodeo team roping events. This apparatus includes a hollow simulated animal torso or full body with simulated hind legs. The apparatus has a simple support frame and is energized by a DC motor and 12 volt battery. A finger adjusted, spring loaded transmission provides for adjusting the speed of the leg and body movement. A unique cam arrangement and an interconnection between the simulated animal body and the simulated legs provides for lifelike coordinated leg and body movement.

Abstract: A disk game that can be easily carried to different locations and played both on land and in water is disclosed. The game uses a mat of closed cell foam having fastening elements thereon to provide for the quick set up of the targets, also having fastening elements thereon, in the proper position. The game is sold in a container that is element proof and also useable for carrying the game from one place to another, i.e., the container is not destroyed when the product is taken out of the container. Also disclosed is a flying article for use with the disk game. The flying article is modified so that it has both floating ability and improved aerial stability.

Abstract: A safety dart game comprising a dart including an open leading end portion having a side wall that defines an interior cavity and a target including a base and a plurality of spaced, finger-like projections extending generally outwardly from the base, the projections having a diameter sized to frictionally engage the interior cavity of the dart when the dart is projected onto the target. The projections on the target may be arranged such that a plurality of the projections frictionally engage an external surface of the dart when the dart is projected onto the target.

Abstract: An arcade game including an object sensor for detecting a playing piece directed by a player. A target field receives the directed playing piece, and the sensor determines the identity and a final position of the playing piece at rest. A scoring mechanism provides a game score based on the identity and final resting position of the playing piece. Preferably, the playing piece, such as a ring or coin, engages one of multiple individual targets, such as bottles or receptacles. A return mechanism provides the playing piece to the player, and an award dispenser dispenses an award to a player based on the game score. The sensor includes a visual sensor and digital processor for validating and determining a final position of the moving playing piece by detecting visible light. The digital processor examines an image of the target field to determine and validate the identity of the playing piece, the trajectory of the playing piece, and the final position of the playing piece to determine the game score.

Abstract: A floating water game comprising a plurality of pins, each similar in shape to a bowling pin. An assembly is for floating each pin in an upright position on a body of water. An article is for stabilizing and spacing each pin apart from the other pins on the body of water. Fasteners are for attaching in a removable manner the stabilizing and spacing articles of the pins, so that the pins form a particular geometric configuration on the body of water. Indicia is on each pin to indicate a specific amount of points for each pin. Components are used by each player, for tossing at the pins to determine if contact was made onto the pins. Each player can receive the amount of points indicated, in which the player with the highest score at the end of the game wins.

Abstract: Game apparatus comprising a ring with a flight stabilization member attached to the ring, with the axis of the flight stabilization member being generally parallel to the plane of the attached ring during flight. A launching device is used to launch the ring from a first player to a second player, and the characteristics of the ring and attached flight stabilization member cause the ring and attached flight stabilization member to rotate in flight, such that the ring can be caught by an opposing player and relaunched to the first player, or launched toward a target, providing greatly enhanced play value over prior art toys.

Abstract: A roping training appartus is adapted to simulate on a fixed platform the relative movement between a rider and an object to be roped in certain roping maneuvers, particularly heading and heeling in Dally team roping. The roping training device includes an elongated roping target and a mount simulator for supporting a trainee in a riding position within a desired training distance range from the target body. The target body is mounted on a target body pivot mechanism to allow the roping target body to pivot about a substantially vertical target rotational axis and the mount simulator is mounted on a mount pivot mechanism enabling the mount simulator to pivot about a substantially vertical mount rotational axis. The mount rotational axis and the target rotational axis are offset a desired initial heeling separation distance along an X coordinate axis and a desired initial heading separation distance along a Y coordinate axis, the X and Y axes being substantially perpendicular and defining a horizontal plane.

Abstract: An apparatus and method of playing a lawn game uses washer-shaped projectiles which are tossed by players towards target receptacles placed on the ground. The target receptacles are held in place by a nail or spike driven into the ground and each include two or more cups attached together, the cups being of different diameters for presenting different degrees of difficulty. The cups may also be of different heights so that the taller cup can act as a "backboard" for deflecting a tossed washer into the shorter cup, or, depending upon the orientation of the target receptacle, the taller cup can partially shield the shorter cup and, thereby, increase the difficulty of hitting the shorter cup. Each of the cups has a plurality of raised nodes on the bottom thereof to support a washer tossed therein and to act as an aid in removal of the washer by spacing the washer from the bottom of the cup. The nodes permit the player to insert a finger through the bore in the washer and easily remove the washer from the cup.

Abstract: A target/projectile game is presented which has an essentially square-shaped target and disc-shaped projectiles. The square-shaped target has a flat horizontal board located inside a square-sided box. The flat board is divided into scoring areas and has two adjacent cylindrical bull's-eye targets in the center of the board. Inside each cylinder is a narrow exact bull's-eye peg. The cylinders and pegs rise above the surface of the flat board. Discs are thrown and points are added (or substracted) depending on the accuracy of the throw. A variation of the game is played when a top box-shaped blinder top cover is placed over the lower box and flat board. The blinder cover has an opening through which the discs must be thrown to score points.

Abstract: A ring toss game apparatus is set forth wherein a plurality of aligned and securable cases are provided, each containing arcuate, diametrically opposed slots of finite length cooperative with arcuate projections directed coaxially from a bottom edge of a cylinder receivable within each pair of arcuate slots. Planar ring washers are thrown to be received within the cylinder or with each case. Peg-like members are optionally positionable interiorly of each cylinder for enhanced scoring. The final position of each ring washer relative to the interior of the cylinder and/or peg determines point scoring withing the game.

Abstract: In a game of quoits, there is provided a peg defining a central post to the upper section of which is anchored two bent rods. The post is driven into the ground. The rods each defines two upturned legs or prongs, the four prongs surrounding the central post. A quoit is to be tossed over the prongs, so as to engage at least one prong, or the central post, or one prong concurrently with the post.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the new and improved method of playing a game of horseshoes. The object of the inventive game is to toss horseshoes at the feet of an opponent such that the feet act as the target for scoring points during playing the game of horseshoes.

Abstract: A mechanical roping dumming for use in learning and practicing the skills of roping the hind legs of an animal, especially the hind legs of a steer.

Abstract: A recreational game device which may be used indoor or outdoor for use with playing several skill games. Targets are located on the game device and are used for playing various games.

Abstract: Disclosed is a ring and hook game played by swinging a metal ring attached to a flexible line towards a pair of hooks projecting from a box mounted on a wall. When the ring successfully engages the hooks the ring closes an electrical circuit, activating a light and buzzer connected in parallel within the box. Attachment of the flexible line to a ceiling permits automatic return of the ring after a missed attempt, and the location of the box and the point of attachment of the line, together with appropriate selection of line length, prevent the ring from striking the front wall of the box. The degree of difficulty of the game may easily be varied by rotation of one or both hooks.

Abstract: This invention is directed to a board game having a playing track comprising a number of distinct areas of different colors. There is also an area for pegs having colors and which colors correspond to the colors of the discrete areas. A person moves and directs a ring toward the peg. With the ring moving over the peg and positioning itself on the peg, the person can advance an indicator to a discrete area of a color corresponding to the color of the peg. It is possible for young children who cannot read or write to play this game as the game is based on color. To assist those who are color blind, there is also a letter indicating the color and a person who is color blind can play the game. The game is such that people of a very young age through people of an advanced age in their seventies and eighties can play the game for amusement and pleasure.

Abstract: A bovine rear leg action simulating device for roping practice including an upright frame supporting a horizontal top frame in cantilever fashion. Motor driven pulleys, mounted at one end of the top frame, are connected with a rock shaft supported by the other end of the top frame for pivoting bovine rear leg simulating arms depending from the rock shaft through an arc of predetermined magnitude.

Abstract: Multiple choice tossing game, comprising a bowl shaped base having numbered pits; pins, removably pressure fitted within the pits and rings for tossing over the pine; when the pins are removed, the pits may be utilized for receiving dice or balls.

Abstract: Retractable horns provided as an attachment to or integral with a hollow steer head roping dummy as an aid to allow a roper to practice roping a realistic target without requiring dismounting to retrieve the loop. The retractable horns are controlled by a lanyard actuator at a position remote from the training aid. A tug on the lanyard causes retraction of otherwise outwardly and horizontally projecting horns into the hollow steer head shaped housing to dislodge the lasso loop. A spring mechanism will cause the horns to move back to their normal operative positions once tension on the lanyard has been released.