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 subscribers. 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.
Sustainable Trail Bridge Design
US Department of Agriculture, 2020
This report focuses on designing new, short,single-span, wooden trail bridges that the Forest Service classifies as minor and major trail bridges. This report also briefly addresses other bridge types and materials outside the minor and major trail bridge classifications.
Erosion Control During Trail Maintenance and Construction
Bureau of Trails New Hampshire, 2017
BMPs minimize the risk of sediment and other pollutants getting into waterbodies, maintain the natural flow of water in streams and wetlands, protect shoreland vegetation and provide a safe stable trail system.
Recreational Trail Standards for HRTA-HRM Trails
HRTA, Recreational Trails Committee, 2019
Sample standards for non-motorized trail builders
Designing Sidewalks and Trails for Access
US Department of Transportation, 1999
This report presents a number of factors that affect the accessibility of sidewalks andtrails in the United States are presented.
Trails Handbook
California State Parks, 2019
This handbook describes the processes for planning, designing, constructing, maintaining, and managing trails that will minimize impacts to park resources and maximize public recreation opportunities.
Regional Trails Management Plan
Capital Regional District, 2015
Sample management plan to guide development, operations and management decision-making for Regional Trails.
Phragmites: Questions and Answers
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
This fact-sheet outlines questions and answers about Non-native Phragmites, also known as common reed, is a perennial, aggressive wetland grass that outcompetes native plants and displacesnative animals.
A Guide to the Control and Management of Invasive Phragmites
US Fish & Wildlife Service
The goal of this guide is to provide information about effective methods to control and manage phragmites.
Trails Standards Manual
District of Squamish, 2008
The intent of this document is to provide consistent SAMPLE guidelines and standards for trail development and maintenance for potential trail builders in the community.
Light Pollution: The Solution Is Easy!
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, 2015
This video takes a look at park lighting, and demonstrates how it can be improved. It also shows some examples of how effective lighting is safer and saves money over traditional lighting fixtures.
Park Maintenance Funding
Cosumnes Parks & Recreation, 2020
Cosumnes Community Services District (CSD) relies on different funding sources to plan, construct and maintain these facilities. Construction is generally funded through agreements with community developers, such as park impact fees. Maintenance is funded by property owners through Landscape and Lighting (L&L) assessments.
What's Wrong With My Tree?
Oregon State University Extension, 2017
Are you worried about a tree on your property? Oregon State University Extension Service Foresters help you learn about individual tree needs, how to detect and describe symptoms of poor tree health, and to decide whether you need to take further action.
"Felling A ""Leaner"""
Top Branch Tree Service, 2017
Taking down an OAK LEANING the WRONG WAY! A few tips and how we do it and using a rope come-along!
How to Fell a Tree with a Chainsaw
Stihl USA
Certified arborist Mark Chisholm provides helpful and important safety tips for professionals on how to fell a tree.
Life on the Edge: Improving Riparian Function
Oregon State University Extension, 2011
Whether it's along a coastal or a desert stream, the riparian area plays a pivotal role in the health of our watersheds. In this video, viewers discover what that means.
