Abstract: An apparatus for picking up rocks, which attaches to an agricultural tractor and functions to pick up rocks located on or partially embedded in the soil of a field, is provided. The three embodiments disclosed all function in a similar manner with one fixed jaw and one movable jaw, with each embodiment containing interlocking tines to close beneath and lift up the rock to be moved.

Abstract: A disc cultivator shield which cooperates with standard disc cultivators to protect young corn plants during disc cultivating is provided. The preferred embodiment is adaptable to various disc cultivators and serves to guide the corn plants in between the discs of the disc cultivator and prevents the discs from rolling over the leaves of the corn plant and partially burying the plant. The disc cultivator shield is specifically designed for windy days when corn plants tend to be blown over, and it is removable to allow standard disc cultivating on calm days if desired.

Abstract: A portable outdoor cooking apparatus is provided. The preferred embodiment consists of a conical shaped base unit with a round, flat fire-pit area located in the lower portion of the cone. The ground beneath the outdoor cooking apparatus is protected by means of a heat baffle and two air spaces. The top of the conical shaped base is encircled by a ring to promote diffusion of the heat in the unit. An adjustable grill surface is also provided for cooking or it can be removed to allow open fire cooking. The portable outdoor cooking apparatus is equally adaptable to charcoal or wood, as well as a variety of other combustible materials.

Abstract: A portable campfire and grill for outdoor use is provided. The preferred embodiment has an outer protective screen to help prevent hot sparks and embers from damaging the adjacent ground and to help protect children from coming too close to the flames. An interior grate system is also provided to contain the fire and baffle heat to help protect the underlying ground from scorching. The apparatus can be used as a contained campfire or as an outdoor barbecue by placing a grill over the fire.

Abstract: A nursing bottle holder which is adaptable for use with a crib as well as a high chair, stroller, car seat or the like is provided. The preferred embodiment is an adjustable bottle holder which maintains the nursing bottle in the desired location and feeding angle while it keeps the infants attention through the incorporation of brightly colored beads, keeps the infant soothed through the incorporation of a music box, and serves as a storage receptical for bottles, pacifiers, diapers and other items frequently used in connection with infant feeding.

Abstract: A film developing tube for developing roll film is provided. The preferred embodiment is a tubular developing tank with a light trap incorporated at one end which allows the reagents to be easily and efficiently cycled over the film with no requirement of total darkness once the film has been loaded into the tube.

Abstract: A trailer mounted log splitter which operates as a log splitter and as a trailer with hauling and dumping capabilities is provided. The preferred embodiment is a single unit that can be transported to a wooded area, used to split wood and then transport the wood to a firewood storage area and unload the split wood with a minimum of supplemental equipment and handling.