PLT and Me!

…my previous participation in 4-H Forestry judging taught me how to identify the leaves of a sassafras tree. At the end of the week, we got a patch for the…

Firefighting Training & Resources

…provides instruction in the primary factors affecting the start and spread of wildfire and recognition of potentially hazardous situations. S-190 is typically taught in conjunction with or prior to Firefighter…

Human Resources Information

…and foresters where new employees are taught all of the basic knowledge needed to be an entry level employee. Cross Training The Georgia Forestry Commission also has established programs to…

Reflections on the Big Fire of 2007

…enhancing operator safety. The fire left behind much more than ashes. It taught important lessons about the changing volatility of wildfire and the importance of increased planning and wildfire protection…

Landowners Can Help Reduce Wildfire in Georgia

…this. Smokey Bear taught us a long time ago to be careful with fire and most of us know the rules about keeping our yard debris fires safe. We watch…