Abstract: An interchangeable sign system for locating indicia relative to a predetermined display includes an integral support member having a spacing portion and a retaining portion, and an indicia bearing member having a front indicia bearing surface and a flat rear surface including a retainer for freely, slidably engaging the indicia bearing member and the support member. The retaining portion and the spacing portion are not collinear but intersect at a junction to form an intersecting angle of between about 10 degrees to 170 degrees with respect to the spacing portion to orient the indicia bearing member in the line of sight of an observer when the indicia bearing member is above or below the observer's level line of sight. In the preferred embodiment, the retainer defines an open ended channel superbonded to the rear surface of the indicia bearing member.

Abstract: A four-sided hollow post provides a mount for four repeater housings of the type used by the cable industry and protectively houses the cable so that cable guards are not needed. The post has a removable back panel so that backfill material is positioned within the hollow interior of the post during the backfill procedure; this stabilizes the post so that it remains upright. The base of the post is also flared outwardly to accomplish the same objective. A unistrut bracket is positioned in each of the four side walls to enable facile mounting of brackets that support the repeater housings, and a knock out panel is formed in each side wall so that the cable stubs depending from a repeater housing may extend into the interior of the post through a cable exit port that is created when the knock out panel is removed.

Abstract: An outdoor bag holder is made up of a rigid bag supporting member ("rbsm") that has a multiple of corners, two legs that are rotateably attached to the back of the rbsm, a U-shaped support arm, and a resting plate. The U-shaped support arm is rotateably attached to two sides of the rbsm. The resting plate is attached between the two legs, at a height such that when the U-shaped arm is supported by the resting plate, the rbsm is held perpendicular to the two legs. The dimensions of rbsm are chosen, such that when a bag of the type and size for which it was designed, has its mouth folded over the rbsm, the bag will be held open, and in place, by the tension between it, and the rbsm. The rods are of a shape and diameter, to allow them to be inserted into the ground, and are long enough, so that they can be inserted sufficiently far into the ground, so that the bag holder is held up, and at the same time, leave sufficient clearance between the rbsm, and the ground, for the bag for which it was designed.

Abstract: Disclosed is a fence support including a generally vertically oriented main support post in the form of a T shaped iron bar and a single brace. The brace includes an elongated bearing element that is received in the bite of the T and a collar member fits over the top of the main support post and bearing elements to hold them together. The brace has at its bottom end a stake holder which receive a stakes that are driven into the ground. Two different gate adapters are shown for mounting in a hinge like manner a gate to a T-post or the like.

Abstract: A portable grill including a vertical grill base, an inner sleeve received by the grill base for rotatable and slidable movement about the grill base, a J hook affixed adjacent the upper end of the grill base, a chain attached to the inner sleeve for engagement of the J hook allowing the sleeve to be raised and lowered relative to a fire, two grill portions extending outwardly from the inner sleeve for support over a fire, and a stop affixed to the lower end of the inner sleeve for support of the gratings.

Abstract: A support for an outdoor sign has an upright where an upper and lower extent are swingably connected to move between an erect position for use and a collapsed position for storage. A cross-bar is pivotally connected to the upright for movement between a perpendicular relation to the upright, for use and a collapsed position for storage.

Abstract: A stake-based support system for use in the landscaping industry. The system includes a spiked section having a pair of elongated legs with pointed spikes on their bottom ends and a footed section having a pair of L-shaped legs with foot sections for supporting the system. The pairs of legs are linked by connecting strips and the two sections are attached to each other by a threaded pipe, nuts, and washers. The system includes means for receiving a landscaping device, such as a lighting fixture, a water sprinkler, a flagpole, or any other devices utilized in the landscaping industry.

Abstract: A rack for growing plants including a collapsible open frame having wire holes, through which a cord is inserted to set up a netting stretched in the collapsible open frame, and upright supports to support the collapsible open frame, each upright support having a forked top end terminated to a downward hook hooked in a hole on either corner on the collapsible open frame and an upward angle bar to support the collapsible open frame at either corner.

Abstract: The bail of a lantern is hung on a bail hook on the end of an extension arm, extending from the upper end of a straight rod. The rod is held vertical by a base. The bottom of the lantern is held be a hook on the rod, so that the longitudinal axis of the lantern is not parallel to the rod. A pair of fishing rod holders are also attached to the rod.

Abstract: A safety display sign includes a wire post member having spaced apart wire legs extending from a rounded end portion. The wire legs extend through the channels of a corrugated polyethylene sign panel, and project therefrom a sufficient distance to permit secure fixation in the ground. An extruded polyethylene base member is provided with two slotted passages integrally formed at opposite side edges of the base member to receive and grip the wire legs in a unitary assembly which prevents the sign panel from sliding along the length of the wire legs. The polyethylene base is positioned along the length of the wire legs and is urged against the edge of the sign panel by the ground or other supporting surface to secure the sign panel at the top portion of the post.

Abstract: A metal stake having a pointed lower end is arranged for penetration into and upright support above the ground. At least one plate extends laterally from the stake to preclude turning thereof and also can enter a slot in a wooden post to enable removable post mounting on the stake. With slight addition of square collars a square tubular post can be similarly mounted.

Abstract: A combined drink holder and beach blanket holder. A stake is adapted to be inserted into the sand. A hollow drink holder is mounted on top of the stake. A hook member is mounted on the stake, the hook member being adapted to hold down an edge of a blanket lying on the sand.

Abstract: A tool for golf equipment which combines various function and features such as an oval ring for cleaning golf shoe cleats, a golf cleat tightner, a divot repair device, and a golf club shaft rest in a single unit.

Abstract: The combination comprises a support and a wiper detachably attachable to the support. The support comprises a shaft being pointed at one end and having an essentially semi-circular bracket attached to its other end, the shaft and bracket lying essential in a flat plane. The wiper is a small, pleated towel with a tab portion attached at one end. VELCRO (T.M.) fastener components are attached to the tab so that the tab may be folded over and detachably straddle the bracket, In use the support is pushed essentially vertically into terrain and one or more golf club handles laid into the bracket to hold them off the terrain. The wiper is used to remove contamination from the handles, heads and shafts of the golf clubs.

Abstract: A portable golf club rest for temporarily supporting at least one golf club in a generally upright position is provided. The golf club rest, a freestanding, uncoupled club leaning support, is supported in a generally upright position by a ground penetrating segment when ground penetration is effected.

Abstract: A stabilizer-retention device for beach umbrellas which will substantially increase the total static retention forces and lateral stability of beach umbrellas thereby alleviating or preventing lifting forces caused by steady winds and/or gusts causing a beach umbrella to become dislodged from the sand in which it is supported or becoming tilted or upset thereby greatly facilitating use of beach umbrellas in a more stable, secure and safe manner. The device involves an attachment or modification of the supporting rod or standard that is normally inserted into the sand to increase the lateral stability and static retention of the umbrella. Various embodiments of the device are disclosed including a plate attached to the lower end of the supporting rod which may be circular, square or polygonal with various methods of attachment or an open-topped container embedded in the sand for receiving the beach umbrella rod or standard.

Abstract: A bonsai plant training method and apparatus includes a ladder-like support structure having fixed pegs and movable hooks for training a bonsai plant. The support is placed next to a plant that is to be trained and the plant is arranged on the pegs and hooks, establishing the zigzag or other desired shape. After the plant has grown into the desired shape, the support is removed.

Abstract: A water actuated outdoor fan which includes a plurality of radiating blades for creating a current of air, and a water turbine for converting the kinetic energy of moving water to mechanical power to operate the plurality of radiating blades.

Abstract: A golf club supporting apparatus is disclosed. The golf club supporting apparatus includes a base member having a lower portion including two spaced apart points contacting the ground and an upper portion connected to a shaft receiver. The shaft receiver includes a notched opening for receiving a shaft of the club being supported. The shaft is placed into the notched opening and a head of the club rests on the ground. The lower portion of the base member and the golf club head rest on the ground such that the golf club shaft is supported in a generally upright position. A clip is provided on the base member for attaching same to the upper rim of a golf bag.The method of using the golf club supporting apparatus includes the steps of inserting the golf club shaft in the notched opening of the supporting apparatus and sliding the golf club tapered shaft down the notched opening until the tapered shaft is firmly engaged by the notched opening.

Abstract: A stake (10, 80) is provided which can be used for edging gardens and lawns or for the formation of forms for concrete foundations and slabs. The stake (10, 80) is moulded from a synthetic plastic material and comprises a leading end (12) which is tapered for penetrating the ground and a trailing end (14) which is provided with a beam-receiving formation (16) thereon for receiving a beam therein. The beam receiving formation comprises at least one pair of planar side members (18, 20) which are spaced from one another. A plurality of the stakes can be provided as a garden edging kit or a concrete formwork kit.

Abstract: A manually installed landscape foundation (20, 56) adapted for supporting a yard light (22) or similar device requiring connection to a utility line (47) such as an electrical cable or gas line is provided having a lowermost anchor shaft (24, 64) equipped with a load-bearing helix (28, 68) and a slotted, centrally apertured (34, 62) uppermost base plate (30, 58). The anchor shaft (24, 64) is coupled with the base plate (30, 58) so as to define an open clearance area (44, 70) beneath the base plate (30, 58) and aperture (34, 62). A manual driving implement (46, 72) is used for installation purposes, and includes a T-handle (48, 74) having an engagement plate (50, 76) equipped with depending driving lugs (52, 54, 80, 82). In one foundation (20), a bail (36) defining a central clearance area (44) is used to interconnect the anchor shaft (24) and base plate (30).

Abstract: A golf bag stand having a spike member unit removably mounted on the bottom of the golf bag which spike member when in use is embedded in the ground to support the golf bag. The spike member unit when removed from the bottom of the golf bag is reversible and re-engageable to the bottom of the golf bag with the spike member safely positioned out of the way within a receipt aperture within the golf bag.

Abstract: Support tubes of an associated yard swing arrangement are mounted to stabilizer apparatus, including an upper tube portion coaxially mounted to a lower tube portion. The lower tube portion includes a "V" shaped anchor plate member arranged for projection into an underlying ground surface. A modification of the invention includes anchor rods pivotally mounted relative to an inner tube arranged for projection through slots of an outer tube for securement to an underlying ground surface in the anchoring of the yard swing structure to the inner tube.

Abstract: A supporting device for a recreational water board to support the board along a generally vertical plane with an edge of the board resting on a swimming beach or other generally horizontal surface, said device comprising an elongated support element to be inserted into the ground or sand and a pair of arms which are pivotally mounted on the support element to be pivoted between a storage or transport position and an operating position.

Abstract: A sign frame having a ground insertion member with a generally pointed end and a spiralled surface formed thereon, a plate affixed to the end of the ground insertion member opposite the pointed end, a first sign support member extending angularly upwardly and outwardly from a side of the plate opposite the ground insertion member, and a second sign support member extending angularly upwardly and outwardly from the side of the plate opposite the ground insertion member. A sign receiving section is connected to the first and second sign support members for receiving a flat sign therein. The ground insertion member is a cylindrical member. The spiralled surface extends for approximately five hundred and forty degrees around the exterior of the cylindrical member between the plate and the pointed end. The pointed end is a triangular member having an end surface with a length greater than the diameter of the cylindrical member.

Abstract: A marker post and the like comprises a base to be placed on or in the ground. A threaded hole or other fastening mechanism is located at the top of the base. A post is attached to the base by a spring. At the other end of the spring is a screw or other fastening mechanism which will operate with the fastening mechanism at the top of the base. When impacted by an external force, the marker post flexes.

Abstract: A hose guide arranged for permitting reorientation and guidance of a fluid in a pneumatic hose is provided to include a central support post mounting an abutment disc at its upper end, and rotatably mounting roller guide discs below the abutment guide disc to permit orientation and alignment of hoses along the guide discs relative to and below the abutment disc.

Abstract: A vertically adjustable stand for supporting a fishing rod holder. The stand including an elongated strip member and two elongated leg members. The elongated strip member having a top ledge and a bottom lip. The leg members slidably received in openings in the bottom lip. A movement sensitive alarm in combination with a vertically adjustable stand.

Abstract: A bow pod for holding an archer's bow in an upright position comprises an upwardly open socket for holding the bow-end and a higher mounted, open sided groove or hook for holding the bowstring at a point below where the arrow is nocked. The socket may be attached to the ground with one or more bottom protruding spikes or may be attached to a structure such as a tree stand. The preferred embodiment utilizes a socket with a triangular cross section containing an essentially cylindrical cavity providing clearance for the end pulley or eccentric cam of a compound bow, and a single ground engaging spike. The groove of the preferred embodiment is roughly 260 mm above the socket, has its opening inclined away from the bow-limb, and is pivotally attached to the socket by a metal cylinder. The preferred embodiment also provides means for compactly stowing the parts of the device and means for attaching a string bobbin tracking device.

Abstract: A sign mounting arrangement and installation kit, and method of using them, for enabling, without the use of any tools, the installation of a portable sign in a very simple and straightforward manner. The portable sign mounting arrangement includes a pair of open slot mounting brackets and hand-activated clamping devices for clamping a display sign between a conventional sign post standard and the edges of the slots in each of the brackets.

Abstract: A net game comprising of a pair of poles that are tightened across using a rope or cable in support of a net for net games. Said pole members are tubular in shape and are joined with ground anchor members that are of similar shape so as to slip-fit one over the other. Ground anchor members are rigidly placed partially within the earth for attachment and support of pole members. This standard is self-supporting and is suitable for a variety of net game sports.

Abstract: A portable device for anchoring a blanket in sand or soft earth. In another aspect of the invention, the blanket anchor includes an adapter plug for receivably supporting a dispenser for a useful product (e.g., suntan lotion).

Abstract: An outdoor service system is disclosed which is comprised of a segmented pole, a plurality of fixed split thrust bearing parts mounted on said pole, a split table mounted on a rotatable thrust bearing part which bears upon one of said fixed thrust bearing parts, a plurality of receptacles detachably secured to a rotatable thrust bearing part which is borne by one of said fixed thrust bearing parts, and a parasol mounted on a rotatable thrust bearing part which is borne by another one of said fixed thrust bearing parts. The disclosed outdoor service system further includes a pointed lowermost pole segment adapted to be driven into the ground and a plurality of wings pivotably mounted on said lowermost pole segment whereby to prevent its withdrawal from the ground. A foot plate is further provided to assist in the embedding of the lowermost pole segment in the ground, and to resist angular deflection of the pole when its lowermost segment is fully embedded in the ground.

Abstract: The novel collapsible signalling post is provided with a weakened section characterized by an helical groove carved on the periphery of a tubular member to mounted between an anchoring member and a rod member supporting a sign. The groove provides a weakened section adapted to split open along a portion thereof and upon bending caused by a lateral force exerted on the signalling post, the two end portions of the tubular member remain connected to each other by the unfolded spires formed between the helicoidal thread.

Abstract: A hose guiding device for guiding a hose through a garden includes a member having a conduit, the conduit having a first end and a second end, the conduit adapted to receive the hose through a first opening in the first end and through the conduit and out through a second opening in the second end. The device further includes retaining members which are inserted through channels in the device to secure the device to the ground to prevent movement of the device during use.

Abstract: A ground anchoring arrangement for attachment to, for example, the pole of a beach umbrella or the like consists of a hollow cylindrical member having a rod rotatably supported therein. A spiral screw is attached to one end of the rod, and the other end of the rod is grippingly (CANC) attachable to a handle rotator. Thus, when the handle rotator is rotated, the rod rotates, and the spiral screw rotates with it. The point of the screw is placed adjacent to the ground and rotated so that the screw digs itself into the earth to firmly fix the elongated cylinder in the ground.

Abstract: An implement can be releasably attached to a towel to be used as a rake to smooth sand and as an anchor to anchor the towel to the ground. The implement includes a spring-biased clamp that is releasably attached to the towel adjacent to one edge of that towel and a mounting ring on a base bar. A multiplicity of ground engaging teeth are mounted on the base bar as is a mounting ring. The mounting ring engaging ring releasably engages the mounting ring to attach the base bar to the towel via the spring-biased clamp. One form of the base bar includes a plurality of sections that telescopically connect together.

Abstract: A mechanism for anchoring umbrellas that includes a tubular outer member and a helical assembly at the lower end that is driven into the ground through manually imparted rotation through the use of a gear box and handle or battery powered electric motor. Stabilizing members protrude into the ground by the action of a releasable spring. The spring acts on an inner shaft that is co-axially housed within an outer tubular member. The inner shaft is rigidly mounted at its lower end to a platform member from which the stabilizing members are pivotally mounted. The stabilizing members protrude outwardly and snuggly through angular openings preventing the sand or soil from entering.

Abstract: The present invention entails a utility golf accessory in the form of an elongated rod having a handle on one end and a ground penetrating fork on the other end. The ground penetrating fork functions to repair ball marks and divots. Pivotally connected to the handle end of the elongated rod is a hook which functions to support one or more golf clubs that are unattended. In particular, the elongated rod can be anchored in the ground and one or more golf handles from golf clubs can be leaned against the hook such that the golf club handles are supported in an inclined fashion adjacent the ground penetrating ground accessory.

Abstract: A portable beach umbrella is provided having a plurality of rotatable accessible utility levels for storing necessary beach equipment. The umbrella also includes a refreshment support member, entertainment devices, and is easily secured to sand or ground for stability while in use.

Abstract: The present invention is a bag holder for plastic trash bags for use outdoors, such as lawns, gardens, and the like. A standard is provided with a pointed lower end, and a foot peg for pushing the end of the standard into the ground. An adjustable clamp assembly is disposed on the standard and may be moved along the standard to a desired point and locked. An elongate flat spring strip of metal or plastic having a length greater than the circumferance of the largest trash bag to be used is attached to the clamp assembly. The spring strip is bent into a circle and the opening of the bag is drawn over the spring strip which is released to hold the bag.

Abstract: A ground anchor comprises a flat plate and a helical rod extending at a right angle from one surface of the plate. A retaining member for removably receiving a selected object is permanently attached to the plate second surface. The retaining member may be a receptacle for holding a fence post or the like, or the retaining member may be a ring for typing a rope thereto for holding down such items as tents and nursery stock.

Abstract: An anchoring device for supporting a post in a generally upright, vertical position. The anchoring device includes a base plate having a surface area substantially greater than the cross-sectional surface area of the post to be supported, and a plurality of ground-penetrating stabilizing pins spaced near the perimeter of the base plate.

Abstract: A beach anchoring device for easy and reliable installation and fast removal of the stick-like objects, mainly beach umbrellas, on sand/soft ground beaches. Also might be used to anchor fishing rods, tents, canopy posts and other post-supported structures mainly on beaches. The device includes a tubular pole 1 with centering projection 6 and slightly twisted propeller-like blandes 5, and a handle 2, that fits the holes 7 in the pole 1. The pole might be screwed in the sand by the handle inserted in the holes 7. When installed in the sand, the handle is removed from the holes and an umbrella is inserted into the pole together with the handle which locks the umbrella stick in it. The sand that partly fills the pole is compacted by the umbrella stick and, interacting with the bottom end portions of the pole provides reliable anchorage. To remove the device, it should be screwed out of the sand.

Abstract: A barbecue grill structure having a grill portion for holding food over a fire, a support portion for supporting the grill portion over the fire and an adjustable attachment means for adjustably attaching the grill portion to the support portion.

Abstract: A sign member including a sign frmaework, including a lower and upper bridge member, wherein the lower bridge member includes an aperture directed therethrough. An anchor member is securable to the lower bridge member and includes a central shaft with a screw flight formed thereabout to direct the central shaft into a ground soil support position, with the upper terminal end of the central shaft including a framework and a framework including a plate mounted therewithin, wherein the plate includes a plate aperture cooperative with the lower bridge plate aperture to secure the anchor member to the side preventing tapering, removal, and loss of the sign member.

Abstract: A new device designed for holding bows of all types for bowhunters which hunt from the ground. This can be conveniently made from inexpensive materials comprising hardwoods, aluminum channeling, and a assortment of wood screws, washers, bolts, nuts, and several hanger bolts with some steel rod. Its main function is to assist the hunter afield by providing the perfect bow holding spot and position anywhere and on any type terrain. Many other uses may be discovered or what may be obvious to the novice. This device includes complete adjustable bow holding or hanging status among its entire members to provide comfortable bow hunting upon the ground.

Abstract: A camping light holder for maintaining a camping light a distance from a support structure is provided. The camping light holder includes a pole assembly, and a clamping assembly. The pole assembly includes a plurality of interconnecting sections. The pole assembly is inserted into a sleeve which is secured to the clamping assembly. The clamping assembly is removably secured to the support structure and includes a spike secured thereon for insertion into a penetrable support structure. A base may also be secured to the clamping assemble such that the camping light holder may be secured to support structures having a non-penetrable surface or a surface consisting of loose soil.

Abstract: Disclosed is a fence support including a generally vertically oriented main support post 31 in the form of a T shaped iron bar and a pair of braces 18. Each brace 18 includes an elongated bearing element 26 that is received in the bites of the T and a collar member 25 fits over the top of the main support post 31 and bearing elements 26 to hold them together. The braces 18 have at their bottom ends stake holders 16 and 17 which receive stakes 23 that are driven into the ground. An anchor 24 holds the main support post 31 in position.

Abstract: An illuminated sign comprises front and back sheets central portions of which are generally planar. The front sheet carries design elements thereon certain of which are intended to be highlighted. The back sheet has portals therein generally opposed to the areas to be highlighted and which are closed by flaps which may form a unitary part of the back sheet. The portals provide access to lamps contained within the sign. The sign is easily mounted from a ground surface and is economic to manufacture for use as a seasonal decoration.