Abstract: A personal heating device includes a chamber having a closed end and an opposing open end. One or more air intake holes are formed in the chamber proximal the closed end to allow air into the chamber. One or more vent holes are formed proximal the opposing open end to allow air to exit the chamber. A heat source disposed inside the chamber holds generates heat, and a cap slidably covers the chamber open end to hold in the heat and regulate the air exiting the vent holes.

Abstract: A tree or the like climbing apparatus which includes a platform member, having both a seat portion and a foot support portion and an independent foot climber member. The platform member and the foot climber member are raised or lowered over a tree trunk by means of tree trunk engaging members on both the platform member and the foot climber member having parallel rows of teeth arranged in an arcuate manner. Opposite each engaging member is an adjustable cable support member to surround the tree trunk and provide a support means for engaging a portion of the tree trunk opposite the tree trunk engaging members. Rollers are positioned over each cable portion for part of its length to ensure smooth ascent and descent of the tree. Each cable portion includes an adjustable winch at one end, which secures the cable to the platform member and foot climber member, and also locks the platform member and foot climber member in place until further movement is desired.

Abstract: A tree or the like climbing platform wherein a platform is raised or lowered over a tree trunk by a supporting member extending from the platform to surround the tree at the opposite side of the platform. Guide rollers extend from the supporting member and the platform for contacting the tree trunk. There is provided a tree trunk engaging plate extending from the platform which is in biased engagement with the tree trunk for holding penetration. The engaging plate is released from engagement by a foot pedal which is interconnected with the plate. The climbing apparatus also includes an adjustable strap connected to the platform and surrounds the tree trunk on the same side as the supporting member. It is adjustable so that the platform will remain level irrespective of the taper or diameter of the tree. The versatility of this climbing apparatus is seen in the fact that it can be raised or lowered by various devices including a winch.