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.
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.

Notching and Backcutting
Workplace Safety North, 2013
This video covers the techniques used to fell trees safely and features professional demonstrations of the key steps involved. It examines three parts of a proper felling cuet -- the notch, the backcut and the hinge -- and explains the roles of each. It also looks at hazards commonly found on the felling site and shows how to deal with them safely.

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.

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.
