Abstract: A hunter's tree stand, typically of two platform construction. Both platforms have a supporting metal frame, one covered with an open metal grid for standing, and the other having a web fabric seat for comfortable seating. Each platform is supported by rigid, folding side rails, which fold for easy storage. A flexible, encased steel cable extends from one side rail around the trunk of the tree, and is fastened to the other side rail, and adjusted in length by a snap ring clip, a blunt round edge toothed blade extends from the metal frame, and, in combination with the encased cable, holds the stand securely to the tree under load, but without penetrating the bark or otherwise injuring the tree. The encased cable and folding supports conform to the shape of the tree, and give the user a secure feeling both while climbing and while sitting or standing in the elevated stand.

Abstract: A conduit assembly is provided including a "field" of prearranged conduit sections or runs and the conduit assembly includes inlet and outlet ends. The conduit assembly is designed to be supported adjacent the bottom of a shallow pond and includes a partially submerged mesh sump into whose lower portion the inlet end of the conduit assembly opens and the outlet end of the conduit assembly 18 discharges downwardly into the sump, the sump being adapted to receive ground or finely cut-up bait. A pump is serially connected in the inlet end and the conduit sections comprising the "field" include a plurality of lateral branches opening into the runs and mounted therefrom for annular displacement thereabout between lower generally horizontal positions and upstanding upright positions projecting above the pond water level. The free ends of the lateral branches include marine life trap structures and structure is provided for simultaneously raising and lowering the lateral branches.