Abstract: A support system includes a post having first and second portions. The first portion is configured to be positioned at least partially below ground, and the second portion is configured to be coupled to the first portion and above the ground. The second portion has first and second post apertures. A U-bolt is configured to abut the first portion such that first and second legs of the U-bolt are positioned, respectively, at least partially through the first and second post apertures. A plate having first and second plate apertures is configured to abut the second portion such that the first and second plate apertures at least partially align, respectively, with the first and second post apertures. First and second nuts are configured to be secured, respectively, to the first and second legs of the U-bolt to help secure the plate and the second portion to the first portion.