We all love a good change in season. And fall in Bozeman? Absolutely stunning. The crisp air, the cool breeze, the changing leaves… the leaves.
It’s all slow-motion frolicking through the trees until it’s your job to take care of those crunchy troublemakers. It’s exhausting, and sometimes even painful if you don’t have the right gear to get you through it.
That’s why we’ve raked together a list of our favorite tools to sweep up the leaves this fall, put them in nice, neat piles, and packaged them in a secure blog post for you.
Here’s everything the Owenhouse Ace team has to offer when it comes to fall leaf cleanup this season!
Why Raking Leaves Is a Fall Chore Everyone Dreads
We don’t need to tell you why raking leaves is the most tedious, time-consuming, and physically demanding fall chore you and your mom have to do this season.
But who doesn’t love an opportunity to bond over how much we all despise it?
It’s Backbreaking Work
Raking leaves can hurt. The repetitive upper-body motion can strain your shoulders and lower back if you’re not careful. Even if you’re paying attention to your form, raking leaves can cause discomfort to young and old.
We all love a big, beautiful tree in our yard, but might get some spiteful thoughts as we spend hours and hours raking the leaves.
Leaves Keep Coming… and Coming
Did you know that a single mature oak tree can drop over 50,000 leaves a season? So no, you’re not crazy, the leaves really never stop falling.
Which means your job never really ends… Which also means you might as well do it in a way that feels better and is more efficient!
6 Tools That Make Leaf Cleanup Way Easier
We don’t want you to cringe at the thought of fall in Bozeman because of the inevitable leaf cleanup you’ll be subject to.
That’s why we made a list of our favorite tools to save time and your back this season! These are team-approved tools when it comes to raking fall leaves without frustration.
Tool #1: Leaf Blower/Vacuum Combo
Don’t let anyone tell you that leaf blowers are cheating. They are fall leaf cleanup game changers!
At Owenhouse Ace, we all love the EGO Power+ because it’s a blower + vacuum combo, which makes cleanup go by in a jiffy! Blow the leaves into a pile and suck them right up into a bag, all with one (amazing) tool.
The cordless models are top tier because there is less noise and no fumes (yay, you can breathe!), and some even mulch leaves into reusable organic material.
Throw it over your sleeping garden or mix it into compost for a no-waste solution!
Tool #2: Lawn Sweeper
The Lawn Sweeper is actually more like a vacuum for your yard.
It uses rotating brushes to scoop up leaves, twigs, and even acorns, so you can be the human squirrel you’ve always dreamed of being without needing to rake or bend down!
Some lawn sweepers hold up to 26 cubic feet of debris—way more than a tarp or wheelbarrow, making it ideal for large yards.
Tool #3: Ergonomic Rake + Leaf Scoop Combo
If you’re looking for a leaf cleanup option that is actually good for your body, you need to get a ergonomic rake + scoop combo.
The ergonomic rakes have a specific angle and wider heads that reduce fatigue.
When you get the rake and a leaf scoop, or grabber, bagging leaves becomes swift and seamless.
Plus, you get to feel a little like a cyborg with an extendo limb. This is perfect for playing silly games with your kids (or friends) or cleaning up small to medium yards.
Bonus Tools the Team Can’t Keep Secret:
Luster Leaf Trash Bags: Bags that stay upright while you pile leaves into them are key to efficient leaf management.
Corona Leaf Rake: Small but mighty rake to help with precision in those hard-to-get-to nooks and corners!
Bonus Tip: Mulch, Don’t Bag!
Instead of sending all those leaves to the landfill, mow right over them with your mower’s mulching function.
It shreds them into tiny pieces that break down naturally, enriching your soil and feeding your lawn. Yard trimmings make up 10.5% of U.S. municipal solid waste, and mulching cuts that number down and saves you from lifting bag after bag.
The more you know!
Tools That Will Make Bozeman Fall Gardening Easier
Gardening in the fall doesn’t have to be a pain in the knees (literally). The right tools can save your joints, hands, and time. Here are a few we swear by.
Garden Kneeler
Make planting, weeding, and tending your fall garden way more comfortable. A garden kneeler gives you a cushioned spot to kneel, plus handles help you stand back up.
Steel Cultivator Hoe
Loosen compacted soil, pull stubborn weeds, and prep your beds for next spring with a cultivator hoe – a tool that’s built for tough work.
Multipurpose Gloves
Keep your hands safe from thorns, splinters, and blisters while still being able to grip tools and pick up delicate plants with those multipurpose (but great for gardening!) gloves!
Adjustable Hand Rake
This adjustable hand rake is perfect for clearing small garden beds or getting into those hard-to-reach spots without disturbing your plants.
Bozeman Fall Cleanup Doesn’t Have to Be Miserable
With the right tools, you can save your time, your back, and your sanity, and maybe even enjoy being outside again.
Stop by Owenhouse Ace in Downtown or West Bozeman to test these tools in person and get expert advice on choosing the best fit for your yard.
