Abstract: A straining and transport system includes an extending flexible net system and an entrained drawing loop string for use in a catchment basin having a drain, An additional central basket portion may be integrated centrally into the net system proximate the drain and may be separately removable. The entrained drawing loop string is entrained with the net system about an outer perimeter portion so that during a tensioned use, the loop string gathers the perimeter portion together forming an encircling loop and securing any use debris in the flexible net system for removal from catchment basin. Other aspects of the invention include the use of rigid or semi-rigid portions replacing all or a portion of the net system and movable relative to a central portion for support. Additionally the net may include a retaining basket portion proximate the drain for additional catchment.

Abstract: A collectable gift card having a primary monetary value acceptable as legal tender for economic transactions and a secondary value providing a non-cash economic benefit to a consumer enhances the overall value of the card to both merchant and consumer. The primary value of the collectable gift card may be implemented through a standard gift card architecture or through other cash equivalent instruments such as credit cards, debit cards, cash cards or the like. The secondary value of the collectable gift card may be embodied as a gaming card for board games or other games of chance, or one card of a collectable set of cards, or as a puzzle piece forming a valuable image or game board. The collectable gift card may be a tangible object or a virtual card existing and tradable in electronic form in devices such as cell phones, mp3 players, or on the Internet.

Abstract: A collectable gift card having a primary monetary value acceptable as legal tender for economic transactions and a secondary value providing a non-cash economic benefit to a consumer enhances the overall value of the card to both merchant and consumer. The primary value of the collectable gift card may be implemented through a standard gift card architecture or through other cash equivalent instruments such as credit cards, debit cards, cash cards or the like. The secondary value of the collectable gift card may be embodied as a gaming card for board games or other games of chance, or one card of a collectable set of cards, or as a puzzle piece forming a valuable image or game board. The collectable gift card may be a tangible object or a virtual card existing and tradeable in electronic form in devices such as cell phones, mp3 players, or on the Internet.