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.
Recreational Trail Standards for HRTA-HRM Trails
HRTA, Recreational Trails Committee, 2019
Sample standards for non-motorized trail builders
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.
Tree School
Oregon State University Extension, 2011
Woodsman Mark Havel demonstrates tools and techniques used on his Oregon tree farm.
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.
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.
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.
"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!
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.
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.
Sample - Asset Management Charter
Portland Parks & Recreation, 2018
The purpose of this Charter document is to formalize the focus areas and interdependencies of the AM program. Though there are specific AM positions and responsibilities, success relies on all staff.
Sample - Application for Dark Sky Park Status
Forest Preserves Champaign County, 2018
Example of an application to classify for becoming a Dark Sky Park
