Our Tool Shed is a resource library designed for professionals working within all aspects of park maintenance. We continually research best maintenance practices from all industries to gather videos, articles, templates, and websites and store them in one place for our members. We spend the time to sift through the noise and provide you with valuable information when you need it, so you can focus on developing solutions. If there is something you need but cannot find, reach out and share your specific needs.
SAMPLE - Park Operations Maintenance and Operations Plan
Cleveland Metroparks Park Operations Department, 2017
This manual is a comprehensive guide for management, crews and administrative staff to use as a source of important information about the Park Maintenance Operations Division and its functions.
SAMPLE - Park Maintenance Standards: Manual and Evaluation Form
City of Paducah, 2015
In an effort to deliver more efficient and effective City services, this manual sets forth standards to enable the Parks staff, PW staff and City residents to assess park conditions and the City's ability to deliver results . The standards provide a framework for periodically inspecting and evaluating the conditions of the tangible features of each park relative to the standards.
SAMPLE - Maintenance Management Plan Presentation Slides
City of El Paso, 2019
Justification and outline for a public meeting, focusing on the city Parks and Recreation Maintenance Management Plan.
SAMPLE - RFP - Golf Course Management and Operation Services
Morris County Park Commission, 2013
The intent of this Request For Proposal is to select a Golf Management firm tooperate, maintain and market the public golf courses owned by the park commission.
SAMPLE - RFP for Campground Improvement Project
Helix Water District, 2020
RFP is requesting proposals to provide evaluation, predesign, and design engineering/architectural services for a campground improvement project.This request for proposals describes the project, the required scope of services, the proposal submittal requirements, and the Consultant selection process.
SAMPLE - RFP for Recreation Management Software
Elgin Parks and Recreation, 2014
RFP soliciting proposals for Recreation Management Software solution with real-time Internet Registration, to support the processes managed by the Parks and Recreation department, including, but not limited to, the daily management of operational tasks, such as program registrations, facility reservations, memberships, league scheduling, point of sale, admissions, payment processing, and customized reporting.
SAMPLE - RFP Aquatic Facility Management
City of Aransas Pass, 2014
The scope of work is to provide pool management services for the aquatic center - including swim lessons, swim team, and public swimming times.
Introduction to Groundskeeping
Beacon Athletics, 2021
Beacon Athletics developed Groundskeeper U to help baseball grounds crews get on the same page, doing things the right way. When you complete these introductory modules and lessons, you’ll be equipped with all the basic knowledge you need to avoid common groundskeeping mistakes and become a contributing member of your crew.
Guide to LEED Certification
U.S. Green Building Council, 2021
This site outlines certification guides support the LEED process. Access each rating system guide for important information regarding the LEED certification program including the current policies, procedures and pricing.
How to Remove the Invasive Plants Threatening Native Plants
VPM, 2020
This video highlights Jim Hurley from Blue Ridge PRISM, a volunteer group focused on helping property owners identify and remove invasive plants that are threatening natives.
Invasive Species Spotlight: Purple Loosestrife
PA DCNR, 2020
Purple loosestrife is a common invasive plant in Pennsylvania. Its flowers are commonly seen along wetlands, stream banks, and other wet areas. This prolific plant overtakes habitat and out competes native plants -- lowering diversity and preventing native wildlife from getting the nutrition they need.
Invasive species: Bush honeysuckle
The State Journal-Register, 2013
Bush honeysuckle invades the forest, crowding out native wildflowers and suppressing the growth of new oak and hickory trees.
Invasive Plants
HortTube with Jim Putnam, 2020
This video highlights common ornamental plants found in home and park landscapes that become invasive problems.
The Effects of Invasive Species
New Jersey Audobon, 2020
This video highlights invasive species common to the mid-Atlantic region and demonstrates some of the effects specific species can create when uncontrolled.
Fighting nonnative, invasive plants at Jacobsburg
lehighvalleylive.com, 2016
Robert Neitz, manager at Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center in Bushkill Township, shows some of the park’s nonnative, invasive plant species and discusses efforts to fight them.
