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.
Baseball Field Mound And Home Plate Maintenance
Ewing Irrigation & Landscape Supply
A tutorial on how to maintain a baseball field's pitcher's mound and home plate.
How To Renovate A Pitcher's Mound
Ewing Irrigation & Landscape Supply
This video will show how to restore a pitcher's mound
STMA Guide to International Soccer Pitch Maintenance
Sports Turf Managers Association
This guide explains how to maintain the turf grass on international soccer fields by showing mowing heights, fertilization, seeding and many more techniques.
Streamside Forest Buffers Preserving Water Quality
Greentreks
Studies by internationally acclaimed Stroud Water Research Center have shown that healthy forests bordering streams not only prevent numerous pollutants from reaching the water, but also multiply the stream's natural ability to cleanse itself of pollutants that do make their way into the water.
Husqvarna 455 Rancher Chainsaw Will Not Run
Small Engine DIY
This video demonstrates troubleshooting on a Husqvarna chainsaw that just would not start.
SAMPLE - Park Monthly Maintenance Plan
City of Greenville, SC - 2023
Sample plan to use as a template for maintenance operations
SAMPLE - Flooding Response Plan
City of Greenville, SC - 2021
Sample plan to adapt for flooding response
SAMPLE - Maintenacne Management Operations Manual
City of Greenville, SC - 2021
Sample park operations manual including SOPs and Levels of Care
SAMPLE - Park Maintenance Monthly Checklist
City of Greenville, SC - 2021
Sample checklist for operational tasks broken down monthly
SAMPLE - Maintenance Standards for Community Splash Pad
City of Greenville, SC - 2023
Sample maintenance schedule for a splash pad amenity
SAMPLE - Downtown Maintenance Schedule
City of Greenville, SC - 2021
Sample monthly maintenance tasks for a municipal tourism district area
Swimming Pool and Spa Water Chemistry
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, 2024
Basic guide to pool and spa water chemistry. It will give you a general outline of the issues that shape routine care.
Pool Chemistry Fact Sheet
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Basic pool chemistry essentials for pool operation
The Verdict is in on Synthetic Fields
Mary Helen Sprecher, American Sports Builders Assoc.
Over the years, there has been considerable debate on the human health concerns of synthetic fields with crumb rubber infill. In this summary report, Mary Sprechers shares the results of EPA research report and several studies that point to the safety of synthetic turf. She also highlights several advantages of synthetic turf.
Sustainability in Recreation and Parks: Building a Better Future
David M. Pearlman, Ph.D, CHE, CHIA
Did you know that a grass football field can drink up to 100,000 gallons of water a week? Or that a gas-powered leaf blower can emit 300 times more pollutants than a pick-up truck? With all these potential pollution sources, it makes sense to implement some sustainable practices in our departments. Dr. Pearlman’s article does just that. He provides some actionable tips to make your Parks and recreation spaces more eco-friendly.
