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.
How to Keep Your Infield Level
Beacon Athletics
Basic techniques to level a baseball infield with a level board.
The Science of Infields
TurfaceAthletics
An introduction to the components of a safe, playable infield.
Chalking Baselines on Baseball Infields
Eric Greenspan
Techniques for baseball field preparation.
How to Add Infield Mix
Smart Turf
This video explains how to properly add infield mix to an infield in easy to follow steps.
Baseball Field Maintenance - Dragging and Raking
Department of Horticulture and Crop Science at The Ohio State University
This video is an instructional video about Dragging and Raking as part of the Baseball Field Management certificate course from The Ohio State University.
Cardinals Classroom: Grass Patterns 101
St. Louis Cardinals
This video gives us a quick lesson on how we create the grass patterns on baseball fields.
Introduction to Infield Conditioners
TurfaceAthletics
This video explains how moisture management tools work more effectively on your infield.
Sample Athletic Field Care Operation Guidelines
West Chester Area School District
Athletic field care guidelines for users
Soccer Field Maintenance and Management
Jim Puhalla
If you really want to keep your fields in top condition, give each one at least a quick inspection every other week all year round (even during the off season).
Public Playground Accessibility Checklist
International Play Equipment Manufacturers Association
12 items to consider for inclusive play areas
Playground Safety Evaluation Form
National Program for Playground Safety
Use this form to evaluate your playground using the S.A.F.E. criteria score.
Playground Inspection Checklist - Template
Pennsylvania Park Maintenance Institute
Adapt this template appropriately to create your own playground inspection checklist for your facilities.
Athletic Field Manual
Cranberry Township
This manual describes techniques for maintaining various athletic fields
Setting a realistic standard for infield mixes
SportsTurf
This article outlines a number of expert opinions about what the standard infield mix should be for baseball fields.
Frequently Asked Questions AboutVarious Types of Playground Surfaces
International Play Equipment Manufacturers Association
FAQs about various playground surface materials
