Abstract: The present invention concerns apparatus and methods for covering and uncovering a desired object. Particular embodiments include a covering system comprising: a cover operably connected to a plurality of translational members translationally positioned along a track suspended above the cover, the track being operably attached to two or more hangers; and, one or more suspension members each extending between one of the two or more hangers and the track such that the one or more suspension members are configured to pivotally suspend the track from the two or more hangers, where each of the one or more suspension members are configured to pivot such that the track is configured to pivot relative the hanger.