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.
Replace Skid Steer Track in the Field
Tekamo HD
Learn how to install new tracks on a compact track loader in the field. This rubber track installation tutorial video is in outdoor conditions. Keith describes how to put new snow tracks on a compact track loader, the Kubota SVL 95. The track installation process is similar for all other models of skid steers (compact track loaders), including Deere, Bobcat, Caterpillar, JCB, Takeuchi and others.
How To Flush & Drain a Hot Water Heater
The Home Depot
Quickly learn how to drain and flush a hot water heater to remove sediments and prevent corrosion. Extend the life of your water heater with these basic but essential maintenance tips.
Pre-Operation Safety & Maintenance Inspection
John Deere
John Deere’s Pre-Operation Safety & Maintenance Inspection Checklist helps heavy equipment operators complete a pre-operation checkout. This video will explain the categories in the paper checklist and help you spot and document potential problems to lower the risk of accidents, minimize downtime, and maximize operating efficiency.
Removing Tree Stumps with Excavator
Heavy Metal Learning
This video demonstrates techniques involved using an excavator for tree stump removal.
How to Build a Terraced Garden Bed on a Slope
Lowes Home Improvement
Terracing a slope can help with drainage problems, but it can also add functional gardening space. We'll show you how to install a series of garden beds out of 6x6 pressure-treated lumber.
Conduct a Fundraising Feasibility Study
Double the Donation
A fundraising feasibility study is a tool to determine whether a fundraising campaign is viable for your organization. This article outlines steps for success.
Pruning Herbaceous Plants
PennState Extension
A certain amount of maintenance is needed to keep a landscape looking its best. This minimal effort may mean the difference between landscaping that is mediocre and one that evokes many compliments.
Pruning Flowering Shrubs
PennState Extension
The correct time to prune your flowering shrubs depends on when they flower. Learn more about tips and tricks to maintain a colorful landscape.
Pruning Shrubs and Trees
PennState Extension
Here are some tips to follow when pruning specific plants, the best tools to use and some basic techniques.
Pruning for Utility Line Clearance
PennState Extension
This article explains why utility companies prune trees, what directional pruning is, how a tree should look after it is directionally pruned, and other options for trees near power lines.
How and When to Prune Flowering Shrubs
PennState Extension
This article discusses when to prune popular flowering shrubs and methods of pruning.
Sample Operations Progress Report
PA Park Maintenance Institute
Template spreadsheet to help maintain staff task records and assist with budget efficiency.
Live The Parks Life: Park Maintenance Aide Recruitment
California State Parks
Sample staff recruitment video for entry-level park operations position
Park Maintenance Viewpoints
MontanaFWP
A maintenance supervisory view of the challenges to maintain State Parks with diminishing resources.
A Day in the Life of a Kent State Groundskeeper
KentState TV
Maintaining a university campus takes a lot of hard work. This video follows Kent State Grounds crew who help make it happen.
