Hello,

I am a college student working on a cooperative project that is examining the use of hand tools and adaptations to different markets. Through this project we have the potential to work with tool production companies in order to better serve user needs. As a group we have decided to focus on improving tools for trail maintaince, brush clearing, food plot management, and other labor intensive land management activities. We are in need of some input from the outdoorsman community. Any information you can provide would be extremely helpful. Here are some guideline questions but feel free to elaborate. Thank you for your time.

What tools do you use most often?
Where do you use them?
How do you transport your tools to the work area?
What qualities do you look for when purchasing or using a tool?
Is there a job that you do where a tool could be better adapted or improved?
Is there a job that could be done easier if a new tool was invented?
How important is portability of these tools?
Do you have specific brands you buy over and over? If so what do you like about those brands?
Any addition information about problems you are experiencing or possible improvements to existing tools would also be appreciated.
Thank you for your time