More secure than a half hitch, the timber hitch is often used by carpenters and lumber-men. It is often combined with a half hitch further along the log.

The most useful of knots, easily tied and untied, non-slipping, the bowline is used to secure people and animals.

A General utility bend tied to a bight in another end. Easily tied and untied, even when wet. Can be doubled or slipped.

The sheepshank is for shortening ropes of any size, either temporarily or permanently.

The most commonly used stopper knot tied at the bitter end of a rope.

A square knot with an extra trip to give added friction for holding while the second crossing is made.

Useful for lifting a bar or post straight up. Take four or five turns around the post, cross the end over and add two half hitches to the standing part. Add another hitch higher on the post.