Field mowing
Fuel-reduction and access mowing on parcels 1 acre and larger. Cut height is chosen on site from a practical research-backed band (~6–15 in typical), informed by SageSTEP and fuel-break guidance — not locked to one deck setting.
Southwest Montana · Madison Valley
Field mowing and light earthwork for southwest Montana
Landworks A2Z helps landowners reduce wildfire fuel continuity, keep access lanes usable, and handle light grading, excavation, cleanup, and hauling — with research-informed mowing practices and an on-site look before we prescribe a treatment.
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Services
Practical field work for ranches, acreages, and access roads around the Madison Valley — sized for 1+ acre jobs and light earthwork, not landscaping crews.
Light grading
Driveway maintenance and light grading — reshape washboard, fix surface drainage, spread road base and gravel so driveways and ranch roads stay usable.
Light excavation
Culvert work and related light digs — set or clear culverts so water moves and access stays open. Ask us what fits “light” scope for your site.
Cleanup and hauling
Haul off leftover trash and debris so the property looks and works better — yard piles, scrap, and general clutter. Standalone cleanup jobs are welcome; it does not have to come from our mowing or excavation.
Rates
Published rates for planning. Final quotes still need a site visit.
| Item | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Field mowing | $125 / hour | Jobs 1 acre and larger |
| Light grading | Hourly (same rate basis) | Driveway maintenance, road base, gravel spreading |
| Light excavation | Hourly (same rate basis) | Culverts and related light digs |
| Cleanup and hauling | Hourly | Trash and debris haul-off for property cleanup |
| Travel | One-way travel time | Billed at the hourly rate only — no separate per-mile fee |
Travel distance from the Cameron / Ennis area affects total cost. Call, chat, or use the contact form for a site visit before we lock a prescription or firm price beyond published rates.
Service area
Based in the Madison Valley. Primary coverage includes Cameron, Ennis, and West Yellowstone, Montana, plus nearby Madison Range country when travel time makes sense.
- Cameron
- Ennis
- West Yellowstone
- Madison Valley / Madison Range
Sage mowing research
We use published fuel-treatment research as framing — not a one-size prescription. Every ranch and parcel still needs a walk-through.
Ellsworth et al. 2022 (Ecosphere / SageSTEP)
Primary cite for research-informed mowing height and cover objectives. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/ecs2.4064
- Ellsworth / SageSTEP often used ~14–15 in deck height (~35.6–38.1 cm) aimed at about ~50% shrub-cover reduction — one researched treatment band, not the only height.
- Related SageSTEP work set decks ~12–15 in depending on site and original shrub height.
- Other studies and fuel-break guidance use lower cuts: Davies et al. ~8 in (20 cm); USGS / NRCS-style mowed fuel breaks often ~6–12 in (15–30 cm).
- Modeled flame lengths / fire intensity reduced; flame-length benefits can persist ~10 years in studied systems.
- We pick cut height after walking the stand — access, residual cover, understory, and your goals — not a single fixed number.
Local judgment matters
Related caution (Davies, Bates & Nafus 2012 and similar): mowing alone on sites with degraded herbaceous understories can favor exotic annuals and increase fine-fuel continuity.
NRCS / fuel-break practice notes often discuss mowing as low as equipment and terrain allow (commonly ~6–12 in) and retreat when shrub regrowth averages above roughly ~15 in — useful framing, not a substitute for an on-site look.
About
Landworks A2Z
Landworks A2Z is a DBA of WoodWorks A2Z LLC. We focus on mechanical mowing, light earthwork, cleanup, and hauling for landowners in southwest Montana — not home watch, landscaping, or prescribed fire.
How calling works
Call (406) 359-6827. A voice agent answers first, can ask or answer a couple of questions, then transfer to a person when appropriate. That cuts spam so real landowners reach us.
You can also use chat on this site or the contact form. Public email: info@landworksa2z.com
Contact
Request a site visit, ask about acres and access, or leave details for a call-back.
- Call us
- (406) 359-6827
- How calling works
- Voice agent answers first to cut spam, then can transfer
- info@landworksa2z.com
- Area
- Cameron, Ennis, West Yellowstone MT
- Legal
- DBA of WoodWorks A2Z LLC