State Managed Forests
…445-5164 Spirit Creek Forest is an actively managed forestland just 30 minutes from downtown Augusta, Georgia. It features 300 acres of wetlands, planted loblolly pine stands, and bottomland hardwoods. Spirit…
Pine Bark Beetles
…between the species, all Ips beetles are similar in appearance and are easily distinguished from other bark beetles. The rear end of their abdomens is scooped out and spined (four…
Building Healthy Forests for Birds
…filled with non-native, ornamental species that end up outcompeting our native flora and spilling into forest, pastures, and grasslands. Native plants are built to thrive in their environment, and these…
New Year, New Purpose: How to Give Your Tree a Second Life
Submitted by the Keep Georgia Beautiful Foundation As the holidays wind down, you may find yourself in a spirit of renewal. Perhaps you craft a list of resolutions or set…
Explore and Enjoy Georgia’s Public Lands
…south of Milledgeville, GA that is also a popular destination for mountain bikers and hikers. Spirit Creek Forest is located outside of Augusta, GA and is also a working forest….
GFC’s people and services impact Georgians
…service supplied by this amazing agency. For the last few weeks, I have been fortunate to experience this generosity of spirit firsthand. When my mom was seriously injured during Hurricane…
A Look Back at GFC in 2021
…uniform and boot policy – In recognition of rising costs, we implemented the increase of our annual uniform and boot allotment for all employees. Commitment to service in spite of…
Conservation Woodland Program
…Coneflower Spiderwort Bee Balm False Rosemary St. John’s Wort Blackeyed Susan Hardy Lantana Sunflower Buttonbush Ironweed Sweet Pepperbush Butterfly Weed and other Milkweeds Hyssop Wheat Celosia Catnip Joe-pye Weed Wild…
