A Super-Duper Poop Scoop

By Jean Petersen
Published on March 1, 1981
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The poop scoop at work dragging a large pile of manure.
The poop scoop at work dragging a large pile of manure.
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Bolting an extension arm to the end of the boom crane enabled the crane to reach farther with its scoop.  
Bolting an extension arm to the end of the boom crane enabled the crane to reach farther with its scoop.  
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This steel plate became the scoop. 
This steel plate became the scoop. 
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The addition of a tow chain added strength to the apparatus.
The addition of a tow chain added strength to the apparatus.
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Diagram shows hardware for fastening the scoop's steel plate to the boom arm. 
Diagram shows hardware for fastening the scoop's steel plate to the boom arm. 

Most farmfolks will agree that unloading manure and compost
with a hand shovel is just about the most
unpleasant task imaginable. My husband Fred and I
thought so, too. Now,  thanks to our homemade
“poop scoop,” we let the tractor take care of
such tiring (and messy) chores.

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