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.
Elongate Hemlock Scale
PennState Extension
The elongate hemlock scale, sometimes known as the fiorinia scale, is a serious armored scale insect pest on ornamental and forest hemlock trees in Pennsylvania.
Elm Spanworm
PennState Extension
The elm spanworm is a serious defoliator of hardwood shade and forest trees in the eastern United States.
Eastern Tent Caterpillar
PennState Extension
The eastern tent caterpillar has been observed in the United States since 1646. Outbreaks frequently occur at eight to ten year intervals.
Controlling Understory Fern Competition for Regeneration Success
PennState Extension
Dense understories of hay-scented, New York, and bracken fern can interfere with the regeneration of hardwood forests, threatening their sustainability.
Using Insect and Tick Repellents Safely
PennState Extension
Repellents are chemicals applied to provide relief and protection from mosquitoes, ticks, and other biting pests. Proper and safe use of these chemicals is necessary.
Oriental Bittersweet
PennState Extension
Oriental bittersweet is a non-native woody, perennial vine that covers and kills native plants by blocking sunlight, weighing the plants down, and girdling stems and trunks.
Mile-a-minute
PennState Extension
Mile-a-minute is an invasive, noxious weed from eastern Asia that is rapidly colonizing non-crop areas in Pennsylvania and surrounding states.
Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA)
PennState Extension
Hemlock woolly adelgid is a destructive, introduced pest of forest and ornamental hemlock trees.
Emerald Ash Borer
PennState Extension
Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) is a destructive, introduced insect of North American ash trees. It has been the cause of widespread ash tree decline and mortality throughout northeastern North America.
Wild Grape
PennState Extension
Wild grape (Vitis spp.) is a native vine found throughout Pennsylvania. There are various species of wild grape occurring in a variety of habitats.
Purple Loosestrife
PennState Extension
Importance and background of natural areas, including activities related to monitoring and controlling Purple Loosestrife.
Spotted Lanternfly: Management Options through the Seasons
PennState Extension
This webinar discusses the options you have to control spotted lanternfly based on the life cycle of the insect through the year.
How To Find Suction Side Air Leaks In Your Pool
Inyo Pools
Check out these tips on how to find suction side air leaks if your swimming pool system isn't working quite right or you have air bubbles.
How To Install a Hayward HeatPro Heat Pump
Inyo Pools
This video is intended to give you a visual reference to supplement the Hayward HeatPro owner's manual, not replace it. Make sure you read and understand your owner's manual before installing your unit.
How To Replace a Polaris Booster Pump Motor
Inyo Pools
Replacing a Polaris Booster Pump motor can be quick and painless. Following these steps will ensure that the booster pump motor is installed correctly.
