Here is how the program works:

1. To reserve the tools you need please reach out to Seven Trotter at 336-703-2859 or seven_trotter@ncsu.edu. Please wait at least 48-72 hours for a response, though responses are often sooner.
   1. A complete list of available tools.
2. Wait for a reply back from our office to confirm reservation.
3. Before digging, contact 811 to prevent service interruption.
4. Sign Liability Forms and pick up your tools from the N.C. Cooperative Extension of Forsyth County office at 7232 Forsyth Center Drive, Tobaccoville, NC 27050.
5. A refundable cash/check deposit for the tools you borrow is required at the time of pickup. For motorized or large tools, it is $50.00, for other tools it is $25.00.
6. Use the tools as you need for up to 2 weeks.
7. Clean and disinfect the tools using instructions provided to you at checkout.
8. Return cleaned tools to the office and pick up your deposit. Please call first to ensure staff will be available to accept your tool return.

Please submit questions to Seven Trotter, STEM and Urban Agriculture Program Coordinator, at 336-703-2859 or seven_trotter@ncsu.edu