In over half of the United States, invasive buckthorn is a huge problem for those with large properties. These woody shrubs spread like wildfire, as birds love to eat their berries and “distribute” the seeds far and wide. In no time, buckthorn bushes can take over an open field or meadow and render it useless.… Read More
It’s the season for autumn chores. There are more chores than you have time to complete, so time-saving techniques are a must. Perhaps you have a bush or two around your property scheduled for removal. You are dreading the long process of trimming away all the branches and digging up the roots. It is a… Read More
Chris Diaz and his wife Verena own and manage Pferdehof Dressage, an equestrian facility in Berthoud, Colorado. They have years of experience maintaining professional riding arenas. Read part 1 of this article here. There is no “one size fits all” approach to arena footing maintenance. Each arena drag has its own specific characteristics that make it more… Read More
Chris Diaz and his wife Verena own and manage Pferdehof Dressage, an equestrian facility in Berthoud, Colorado. They have years of experience maintaining professional riding arenas. Ask any equestrian and they will passionately tell you that maintaining proper arena footing is of utmost importance. Uneven footing is a leading cause of injuries for sport horses. In order… Read More
Virtually everywhere in the US, and particularly in the wettest regions, lawns can easily become dotted with lawn mushrooms. These pests are not only unbecoming to an otherwise pristine lawn, but can be very harmful to children and pets because eating them is, in most cases, extremely toxic. You can’t keep mushroom spores from flying into your… Read More
When the chilly weather sets in and the outdoor projects dwindle away, you probably start thinking about storing your machines for the winter. Power equipment machines with gas engines – from lawn mowers to chainsaws to backhoes – have a surprising number of pre-winter storage procedures in common. These are the 5 winter storage tips… Read More
One of the great benefits of the DR Field and Brush Mower is its ability to literally be five machines in one. With optional attachments that turn it into a wood chipper, wide-cut lawn mower, now thrower, or grader/snow blade, plus the included brush deck for brush mowing, it’s a real 4-season workhorse. But is… Read More
How tough is the DR Brush Mower? If you are thinking about buying a heavy duty DR Brush Mower with the brush deck attachment, or if you are a new owner and you are wondering how tough the machine really is, then this post is for you. I have been a user of the DR… Read More