Abstract: An improved bedding material for worm growing consisting of a particulate material having a density of less than that of water so as to greatly facilitate the harvesting process after the worms have matured.

Abstract: An amusement device having a curved-loop, slide element causing the rider thereof to undergo a portion of his travel in the inverted position. The slide is tubular with a generally circular cross sectional wall, and at least the upper portion of the cross sectional wall may be transparent. The upper inlet end of the slide may have an air blower to assist in maintaining the speed of the user. Downstream of the loop is a decelleration section.

Abstract: A hand, utility tool for general hoeing and cultivating purposes but being particularly adapted for the making of furrows for planting of seeds. The tool is capable of quickly and efficiently producing seed furrows by virtue of the unique design of the device. This design including an arcuate upper portion provided with a central opening. This upper portion is attached to a handle on the rearward edge thereof and converges to a downwardly curving central member along the forward edge thereof. The central member is affixed to a triangular body or sweep at its lower end, whereby the triangular body is separated from the upper portion. The triangular body is provided with two diverging blades having a twist therein, so that the trailing edge is slightly higher than the leading edge.

Abstract: A fishing line submerging device having a diving fin which will cause the device to run at a selected depth but which fin releases, upon a strike by the fish, to present a minimum of hydrodynamic resistance to the fishing line, regardless of whether the line is being reeled in or played out during the course of bringing the fish in.