re: #225 Anymouse

You should use a scythe. That sort of terrain is much easier to mow than with a lawnmower.

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I’ve used the weed eater to great effect, although I find I go through trimmer line like crazy when I do that. Plus, using the lawn mower is fantastic cardio and arm exercise.