Abstract: A multi-purpose garment comprising a central portion and first and second end portions, the portions being rhombic in shape. The first end portion tapers inwardly from the central portion, and the second end portion tapers outwardly from the central portion. A pair of tent pole sleeves and a pair of ventilation openings are provided at the juncture of the first end portion and the central portion. A pair of tent pole sleeves are provided at the juncture of the second end portion and the central portion. On the underside ofthe garment, a sleeve extends along the outer end of each end portion, each sleeve containing an elastomeric cord to selectively compress selected portions of the garment.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a substantially rectilinear sheet of waterproof pliable material. Each of the longer sides of the panel carries an element of a partable zipper employing a double slide. Each zipper element is inset from the respective edge so as to provide a flap along each edge on which flaps are cooperating and mating closures, such as snaps or Velcro-type material. Across each shorter end of the panel is a tube of the same or attached material each of which contains a draw cord which preferably is of an elastic nature. Snaps or Velcro-type material may be provided on both sides of each tube to permit joining two or more sheets. A head opening is provided in the center of the panel. A hood element is secured to the head opening and has a sleeve containing a draw cord for purposes of closure of the hood about the head of the wearer.