Start with Observation
Our approach begins with careful site observation and ecological assessment. We study the structure, composition, history and trajectory of your landscape.
Build from Understanding
From there, we work collaboratively with you to develop practical stewardship pathways that reflect both ecological realities and personal goals for the property.
We do not apply one-size-fits-all solutions. Every landscape requires its own interpretation.
Rooted in Ecology
Our work is rooted in ecological understanding and guided by careful observation of each property’s unique conditions, history, goals, and potential. We work collaboratively with landowners to develop thoughtful, long-term stewardship strategies that reflect both ecological realities and personal goals for the land.
Focused on Stewardship.
We believe stewardship is not about controlling nature, but about engaging with it responsibly and intentionally. Healthy landscapes emerge through informed decision-making, patience, and an ongoing relationship between people and place.
Trust is central to that process. We provide honest guidance, practical recommendations, and collaborative relationships built on transparency, respect, and shared investment in the future of the landscape.
Grounded in Trust.
Healthy landscapes emerge through informed decision-making, patience, and an ongoing relationship between people and place.
What does Root Out Solutions do?
Root Out Solutions conducts comprehensive property assessments and supports strategic stewardship planning that helps landowners confidently manage improvements, reduce costly mistakes, and build a resilient long-term vision for their land.
We help landowners, agencies, and managers confidently plan, implement and oversee land improvement projects without becoming overly dependent on expensive contractors who are motivated to sell specific products or services. Some companies profit when clients stay confused, stay dependent on their services, and keep outsourcing solutions. We help you Root Out Solutions to protect some of your biggest investments: your land, your time, and your money.
We help landowners understand:
“What is happening to my land?”
“What should I prioritize?”
“What should I leave alone?”
“What becomes expensive later if ignored?”
“How do I reduce long-term maintenance?”
“How do I steward this property intentionally?”
“What trajectory is this woodland/meadow on?”
“What interventions actually matter?”
“Can I successfully DIY this project?”
“What are my management goals?”
Meet Kayla!
Root Out Solutions is owned and operated by Kayla Malone and based out of the Twin Cities, Minnesota. Kayla has worked for ten years as a County Noxious Weed Manager in Colorado where she was responsible for more than 1.5 million acres of land. Prior to this professional experience, she performed research in integrated management of terrestrial invasive species research for her Master of Science degree from Saint Cloud State University (2015).
Kayla is passionate about implementing the best management practices and ensuring on the ground manager have access to the most current techniques and tools to be successful at the incredibly important task of minimizing the negative impacts of invasive species, both now and into the future. This strong passion and experience addressing real world issues combine to create an incredible advocate aimed at merging modern land management and ecological principals to address current and future land use.
Let’s start the conversation!
Root Out Solutions works with landowners throughout the Twin Cities region to better understand ecological conditions, woodland transition, and long-term stewardship opportunities.
If you have questions about your property, are noticing changes in your woodland, or are considering a site assessment, we welcome you to reach out.
We typically respond in 1-2 business days.