Carrollton Resident Takes Leadership Role for Georgia Forestry
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DECEMBER 11, 2023 The Georgia Forestry Commission has promoted Carrollton resident Ryan Phillips to the position of Associate Chief of Forest Management. As part of the agency’s…
Forest Biomass
…efforts. How does biomass from forest residue differ from corn biomass? It takes less energy to grow forest biomass and convert it to ethanol than it takes to grow corn…
In the Saddle of Unsung Heroes: Cross-training as a Wildland Firefighter
…these activities really made me think of how important taking care of yourself is. It is just as important as taking care of others because it requires being at peak…
Think safety before starting a burn.
…show reasonable fire prevention precautions were not taken. Weather conditions have been ideal this year for creating a busy prescribed burn season. Landowners across the state are taking advantage of…
Resources
…rotinducing pathogen has taken up residence. Some of these fungi are significantly less harmful than others, but all warrant further investigation. Ask The Arborist – Insects and Diseases PDF FY24…
Careers
…all hazard response state agency. Apply today to see if you have what it takes! Must have a commercial learner’s permit (CLP) prior to hire date and the ability to…
Benefits of Outdoor Exercise
Guest Blog By: Kimberly P. Champney, MD, MSCR / Northside Hospital Cardiovascular Care Note: November 17 is National Take a Hike Day! To mark the occasion and the importance of…
The Wise Way to Guard Against Fire
…the devastating effects of wildfire. Fortunately, there are a number of common-sense actions that individuals, and communities as a whole, can take. Home landscape and construction changes can be made…
Learning to Lead: GFC Foresters Come Together for Leadership Conference in Helen, GA
…is known as the “Real Colors / True Colors” test. It is designed to help us understand our behaviors and improve communication between individuals. After taking a brief questionnaire, the…
North Georgia Outdoor Burn Ban Lifted
…must follow the “Take 5” method of lighting that first match. “Our first concern is always safety,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Chief of Protection Frank Sorrells. “The ‘Take 5 Star’…
