For years, we at MAD Scientist & Associates have been proud to be involved in countless community service projects, many of which have centered around planting wetlands and riparian areas and removing invasive species from parks and natural areas. In the process, we have become increasingly committed to invasive species control efforts, and we have been expanding our arsenal of common and unique tools that are invaluable for maintaining and improving natural areas.
One particular tool we can’t imagine living without is the Weed Wrench. This simple machine has a large jaw that clamps around the base of a small, shallow-rooted tree or shrub; it then relies on leverage to yank the plant from the ground. This makes especially-quick work of pulling honeysuckle. We enjoy this tool so much we currently have three of them in two sizes (Medium and Large) and hope to add more!
A volunteer uses the weed wrench to extract a honeysuckle stump from a natural area.
Over the years we have allowed individuals associated with our efforts borrow tools for their own volunteer fueled projects. This allows us to support the efforts that we get excited about even when we can’t be around to help. We are now formally offering this program to any organization that is eager to hold a volunteer work party, but is in need of tools. If your organization of volunteers is interested in borrowing tools for planting or invasive species removal, contact us for a list of available equipment and to schedule pick-up at our office.
