Convertible tree stand

A new convertible tree stand for converting a tree stand into a game carrier comprising, in combination:

• a platform portion having a generally circular configuration, the platform portion having an aperture through a central portion thereof for receiving a tree therein, the platform portion being comprised of a pair of separable sections, the separable sections being coupled together by opposed male and female hinges;
• a plurality of angular supports pivotally secured to an underside of the platform portion, the lower ends of the angular supports including telescopic portions extending outwardly therefrom for engaging the tree;
• a plurality of strap members extending upwardly from the platform portion, the strap members to be coupled with respect to the tree;
• a ladder portion extending upwardly through the platform portion for coupling with the tree, the ladder portion including an upper vertical portion having a pair of cleats disposed on an interior surface thereof for engaging the tree, the pair of cleats having a rope member for extending around the tree and coupling with upper ends of the plurality of strap members, the upper vertical portion having a seat portion pivotally coupled to a front surface thereof, a lower end of the upper vertical portion having an upper horizontal portion extending outwardly therefrom, a free end of the horizontal portion having an angular portion extending downwardly therefrom to a position below the platform portion, a free end of the angular portion having an upper ladder segment coupled thereto, a lower end of the upper ladder segment having a lower ladder segment pivotally coupled thereto;
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• a pair of wheels coupleable to the ladder portion.