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Tool Library

Hand Cultivator

Hand Cultivator

Used to loosen and aerate the soil. This hand held cultivator also features a special handle design that reduces hand and wrist fatigue when cultivating. 

 

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Shovel

Shovel

Used to dig as well as to move loose, granular materials like dirt and gravel from one spot to another.

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The Tool Library was made possible with funding from Green Iowa AmeriCorps.

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Da-Lite projection screen

Da-Lite projection screen

This uniquely designed screen lifts up and out of its sleek aluminum case and is ready to use in seconds. Lightweight and self-standing so it goes anywhere. Perfect for traveling or business presentations. Measures 48" x 64".  (NOTE: This item is advertised as free-standing, but it works better if it’s propped up against something.)

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Slide Projector

Slide Projector

Dig out those old slides and view them as they were intended! Included is a carousel slide projector with a rotary slide tray, remote control, power cord, and operating manual housed in the original box.

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Birding Kit

Birding Kit

Enjoy the outdoors and learn the basics of bird identification. This kit contains an over-the-shoulder backpack, binoculars, monocular telescope, Iowa Birds folding pocket guide, Iowa Wildlife folding pocket guide, Iowa Trees & Wildflowers folding pocket guide, and the Peterson Field Guide to Birds of Eastern and Central North America.

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Ring Light Kit

Ring Light Kit

Create perfect studio portraits and more with our ring light kit. This kit contains a tripod stand, orange filter set, white filter set, ring light head, remote control, flexible gooseneck, ball head adapter, smartphone holder, power adapter, power cable, and instruction manual housed in a black tote bag.

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Photo Light Box

Photo Studio Box

Capture high-quality, professional shots of small products such as makeup, food, jewelry, and electronic devices with the Amazon Basics portable photo studio box.

 

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Rock tumbler

Rock Tumbler

Loved by jewelry, craft, and lapidary hobbyists, rock tumbling is also popular with people who want to discover the hidden beauty of rocks and minerals. Tumble your rocks until they are polished smooth with the library's rock tumbler. Only available for checkout.

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