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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Apr. 21, 2009
Filed:
Feb. 09, 2007
Robert Monahan, Rockland, MA (US);
Robert Monahan, Rockland, MA (US);
Other;
Abstract
The present invention relates to an apparatus for cleaning outdoor debris such as leaves and lawn clippings. The preferred embodiment of the apparatus comprises a resistant, pliable mat and wall element. The present invention can be secured in place through stakes or posts and is configured to allow a user to directly push debris onto the mat, without having to hold the apparatus in place. The wall element retains the debris in place once debris has been collected on the mat. The pliable nature of the mat allows the user to lift and transport the apparatus more easily when filled with a load. The user can also fold the apparatus into a compact configuration for easy storage.