In this video from the U.S. Forest Service, Bernie Weisgerber goes over the basic techniques for axe grinding and axe work.

This book explains the history and styles of log cabins, condition and historic assessments, preservation requirements, project planning, and safety.

In this resource you will find the Guidebook for the Archeological Resource Protection Act (ARPA) Snapshots Series.

The Preservation Horticulture Video Series introduces the basics of preservation horticulture in the National Park Service. These videos introduce the essential principles and practices in preserving historic plant materials.

Use this template of questions to help write your Trades Alive script. Also, check out the full template at the bottom of this page. We’ve written examples for each step in italics. Topic What is your topic? This should be easily summarized in 3-5 words. Painting Historic Interiors. Audience Who are you making this video

As you’re using the Trades Alive video kits, here are some good tips and tricks for operating the Osmo+. To start, check out the Osmo+ User Guide. Seven moves you can make use of while filming. Using slow motion. If you have a Lynda.com subscription, this may be a good course for you on the Osmo. If

Video Kits How to request a kit Tips and Tricks with the Osmo+ Other Tutorials What makes a good video How to write a script

Learn about repairing wooden windows.  

Join Dominic as he discusses trowels, hammers, and chisel in this video for the Trades Alive Historic Preservation video series.

An introduction to creating videos for Trades Alive, an effort to generate a community approach to creating historic preservation trades tutorial videos.

As you’re preparing your Trades Alive video, here are some good tips and tricks to remember while filming. It’s easy to remember These videos are meant to be tutorials, and at the end, you want your audience to know and understand how to do the technique you’re using. So, make them easy to remember and

Resetting a Stone Grave Marker To learn more, visit Resetting a Stone Grave Marker. Lifting and Hoisting Stone Grave Markers To learn more, visit Lifting and Hoisting Stone Grave Markers. Resetting Ground-Supported Headstones To learn more, visit Resetting Ground Supported Headstones. Cleaning a Stone Grave Marker To learn more, visit Cleaning a Stone Grave Marker.

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Watch the Video To learn more, visit Application and Preparation of Limewash.

Use the ACE Wheel Model rubric to help you see what you're shining at and make your audience centered experiences even better.

The Trades Alive video series provides step-by-step tutorials on different aspects of historic preservation in parks.

The FMSS Desk Reference for FMSS Basic curriculum is a step-by-step guide for use with the FMSS for field personnel.

The Audience Centered Experience (ACE) approach to interpretation allows parks to gain skills in critical thinking, problem solving, innovation, global awareness, and scientific literacy.

The Interpretive Wheel model is one way to wrap your head around what Audience Centered Experiences look like in the field. Learn more about the model and how to use it in this resource.

Join Karnell Hillscan as he creates a stopwater for a historic boat repair.

Join Rebecca Prasher as she demonstrates canvas sewing techniques.

You've filmed your Trades Alive video, now what? Learn more about what to do now that you have your footage complete.

Do you have an idea in mind for a great Trades Alive video but you don't have any of the technology to actually capture the footage? Learn how to borrow a video kit!

Join crews as they replace old stucco on the columns in the Tanner Amphitheater at Arlington as part of the Trades Alive Historic Preservation Video Series.

Join Gail and Mike to learn about matching mortar to historic samples as a part of the Trades Alive Historic Preservation Videos Series.