posted Apr 13, 2018
by Jim Schmid
These are the most commonly used Bark Peeling Tools with tips on using them safely and effectively.
posted Apr 13, 2018
Tools for Trails provides this list of the most commonly used digging and tamping tools with tips on using them safely and effectively.
posted Aug 8, 2022
Let’s talk about grubbing and raking tools! You might have heard the term grubbing before, but if you’re new to trail building, it may be unfamiliar. Grubbing is when you are removing earth and topsoil. Basically digging into the first while removing vegetation in the process. Trail builders may also call this process hogging.
posted Apr 13, 2018
by Jim Schmid
These are the most commonly used Miscellaneous Tools with tips on using them safely and effectively.
posted Apr 13, 2018
by Jim Schmid
These are the most commonly used pounding and hammering Tools with tips on using them safely and effectively.
posted Apr 13, 2018
by Jim Schmid
Though the bulk of trail work involves the use of hand tools, there are occasions where power tools are more efficient.
posted Apr 13, 2018
The following trail work safety tips should be covered with volunteers and crewmembers before the start of any trail work.
posted Apr 13, 2018
These are the most commonly used sawing and chopping tools with tips on using them safely and effectively.
posted Apr 13, 2018
by Jim Schmid
Most tools needed for trail work can be purchased from local hardware stores or suppliers of forestry gear or borrowed from equipment caches of land-management agencies. Specialty tools can be found from one of the following suppliers.
posted Jun 8, 2022
There are a few options for striking tools that you may see out on a project. Some like the sledge hammer will be seen more, while others may only be pulled out for special projects.
posted Apr 13, 2018
by Jim Schmid
These are the most commonly used Survey, Layout, and Measuring Tools with tips on using them safely and effectively.
