A climbing apparatus includes a mast having a plurality of mast segments operable to vertically stack one after another. Each segment includes a stand-off to abut against a climbing object and form a space for receiving a strap to secure the mast to the climbing object. The apparatus includes a platform assembly having a (i) a platform, (ii) a seat spaced apart from the platform, and (iii) a frame connecting the seat to the platform. An upper trolley is provided for independent mobility up and down along the mast. The upper trolley includes a first brake connected to a handle operable to actuate movement of the trolley. A lower trolley is provided and is operable for independent mobility up and down along the mast relative to the upper trolley. The lower trolley includes a second brake and is connected to the frame of the platform assembly.

A folding hook device with an elongated arm folds vertically from a support bracket. The elongated arm is vertically supported in a horizontal orientation by a protrusion. The protrusion extends from a pivot portion disposed on a side of the elongated arm opposite a hook end. The protrusion has a first abutment face. The support bracket has a second abutment face. The second abutment face cooperates with the first abutment face to limit rotation of the elongated arm. A method of using the device includes mounting the device on a vertical surface, such as a body of a golfcart. The elongated arm is pivoted into a horizontal orientation. An object may hang, rest, or be supported by the device when deployed in the horizontal orientation. The elongated arm is stowed by pivoting the elongated arm into a vertical orientation.

A self-advancing knee ascender comprising: a piece of webbing having a first end and a second end, thereby defining a length; an adjusting mechanism arranged at a location on the webbing length; a webbing loop arranged at the second end of said webbing; a first linking mechanism removably attached to the webbing loop; a mechanical ascender attached to the first end of the webbing; a cord having a first end and a second end, constructed to have elastic properties, wherein the second end of the cord is attached to the mechanical ascender; and a second linking mechanism movably attached at a point along the cord.

A self-advancing knee ascender comprising: a piece of webbing having a first end and a second end, thereby defining a length; an adjusting mechanism arranged at a location on the webbing length; a webbing loop arranged at the second end of said webbing; a first linking mechanism removably attached to the webbing loop; a mechanical ascender attached to the first end of the webbing; a cord having a first end and a second end, constructed to have elastic properties, wherein the second end of the cord is attached to the mechanical ascender; and a second linking mechanism movably attached at a point along the cord.

The present specification relates generally to a tree climbing apparatus, and specifically to a wheel-operated tree climbing apparatus. The tree climbing apparatus includes a frame, including a first frame end and a second frame end, that is configured to receive a tree trunk, as well as a pair of rollers, including a first roller and a second roller, the first roller being securable to the frame, proximate to the first frame end and the second roller secured to the frame, proximate to the second frame end. The wheel-operated tree climbing apparatus also includes a pedalling system, whereby the pedalling system engages with and rotates at least one rollers of the pair of rollers and a motor, whereby the motor engages with and rotates at least one rollers of the pair of rollers. A related method of climbing a tree using a wheel-operated tree climbing apparatus is also described.

The present specification relates generally to a tree climbing apparatus, and specifically to a wheel-operated tree climbing apparatus. The tree climbing apparatus includes a frame, including a first frame end and a second frame end, that is configured to receive a tree trunk, as well as a pair of rollers, including a first roller and a second roller, the first roller being securable to the frame, proximate to the first frame end and the second roller secured to the frame, proximate to the second frame end. The wheel-operated tree climbing apparatus also includes a pedalling system, whereby the pedalling system engages with and rotates at least one rollers of the pair of rollers and a motor, whereby the motor engages with and rotates at least one rollers of the pair of rollers. A related method of climbing a tree using a wheel-operated tree climbing apparatus is also described.

A climbing stick system may include a first climbing stick and a second climbing stick: The first climbing stick is stackable on the second climbing stick in an axially offset relationship to the second climbing stick. When stacked, the post of the second climbing stick is received within an open sided channel of the first climbing stick, wherein a compressible layer is compressed between the post of the second climbing stick and the open sided channel of the first climbing stick.

A climbing stick system may include a first climbing stick and a second climbing stick: The first climbing stick is stackable on the second climbing stick in an axially offset relationship to the second climbing stick. When stacked, the post of the second climbing stick is received within an open sided channel of the first climbing stick, wherein a compressible layer is compressed between the post of the second climbing stick and the open sided channel of the first climbing stick.

A tree ascent apparatus may include a post, an extension supported by the post in a lock wedge. The extension has an aperture receiving the post. The lock wedge has a tapered surface. The lock wedge is jammed in the aperture between the post and the extension.

A tree ascent apparatus may include a post, an extension supported by the post in a lock wedge. The extension has an aperture receiving the post. The lock wedge has a tapered surface. The lock wedge is jammed in the aperture between the post and the extension.