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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 subscribers. 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.

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How to Remove a Fence Post

Handyman Startup

In this video, you'll learn the best way to remove a fence post and the concrete footing.

How to Build a Retaining Wall

Handyman Startup

Step-by-step process for building a retaining wall.

How to Install a Stone Stepping Path

Oklahoma Gardening

In this video the students participating in the study abroad program are installing a stepping stone path.

Irrigation System Maintenance - Spring Start-up

Oklahoma Gardening

This video shows viewers ways to start their irrigation systems back up after the winter months.

Calculate Water Flow For A Sprinkler System

Ewing Irrigation & Landscape Supply

This video demonstrates how measure the the flow of water in gallons per minute using the bucket test.

Weed Management for Landscapes - Crabgrass

Ewing Irrigation & Landscape Supply

One of the most common weeds found across the US is Crabgrass. This video offers some tips on how to manage this pest in your landscape.

Weed Management For Landscapes - Yellow Nutsedge

Ewing Irrigation & Landscape Supply

This video offers some tips for managing Yellow Nutsedge.

Weed Management For Landscapes - Dandelions

Ewing Irrigation & Landscape Supply

This video provides some tips on how to control dandelions.

Calculating Bulk Landscape Material Needs - Cubic Yards

Ewing Irrigation & Landscape Supply

This video demonstrates how to accurately calculate volume needs for bulk landscape materials like soil, sand, mulch and gravel.

Weed Control For Planter Beds - Pre & Post-emergent Herbicides

Ewing Irrigation & Landscape Supply

This video covers selecting the right herbicide to manage weeds in planter beds that will limit weeds while leaving your ornamentals unharmed.

Planting Containerized Trees

Arbor Day Foundation

Step-by-step process for plating containerized trees.

Cleaning Techniques - Indoor Basketball Court

PDXHoops

Step-by-step process for cleaning hardwood gym flooring.

Creating Sustainable Community Parks and Landscapes

PA DCNR

This guidebook was created to outline the benefits of enhancing the natural resources in local parks and other landscapes, to maintain these areas in a sustainable manner, and to provide a step-by-step guide to help staff and volunteers achieve those results.

How to Install a Basketball Net

eHow

Step-by-step process for installing a basketball net.

Overseeding - Step by Step Guide For Beginners

Ryan Knorr Lawn Care

Overseeding is the process of adding new grass seed to your existing turf and the transformation can done quickly and easily.