RECOMMENDED RECOVERY METHODS
Figure 1A
Figure 1B
Figure 1D
Figure 1C
Adapted from "Tools 'N Techniques" By Robert H. Sickler
METHOD 1 -
"
PROBE AND DRIVER
"
Used in less moist lawns where targets are not so deep (1 to 4 inches) and
where
"
plugging
"
is objectionable. This method requires more practice but
is much less damaging to grass than Method 2-
"
Plugging
"
shown on the
next page.
After pinpointing the target, use a nonmetallic probe such as a modified
fiberglass fishing rod or a metallic probe such as a blunted ice pick (the for-
mer causes less damage to the target) to locate the target depth (Figure 1A).
Next insert an eight-inch screwdriver on center just above the target and
rotate slightly to open the ground (Figure 1B). Now insert the screwdriver just
under the target at an angle and lever the target to the surface (Figure 1C).
Brush all loose dirt back into the hole and close the hole by exerting pres-
sure all around the opening (Figure 1D).
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