Would wood work? Builders eye mass timber for construction, conservation
…replaces climate-damaging concrete or steel in the construction of offices and apartments. “Our southern forests have a huge role to play in sequestering carbon in the wood and fiber they…
Human Resources Information
…speech will not be tolerated. If you feel you have experienced discrimination based on any of these protected factors, please contact the Human Resources Department or fill out and mail…
Georgia Marks National Forest Products Week October 17-23
…structures. Mass timber panels and beams are made of lumber that is glued, nailed, or fastened together with dowels and its use is gaining attention over steel and concrete, which…
“We follow in the footsteps of great aviators…”: GFC Air Ops Unit in History
…I still feel as if I am the young guy that’s ready to conquer the world. It’s similar to the way I look at my career at GFC. I can’t…
Firefighting Training & Resources
…height All leather uppers (No synthetic collars or panels) Lace-up (no zippers) Defined heel Oil resistant soles Rating of Good or Better on sole heat resistance Non-slip sole – NO…
Natural Disaster Recovery
…Assessment April 2020 Tornadoes Timber Impact Assessment Hurricane Michael Timber Impact Assessment USFS Hurricane Michael Timber Impact Assessment Damage Assessment Many homeowners feel the overwhelming need to clean up tree…
Fall Wildfire Danger on the Increase Across North Georgia
Fall Wildfire Danger on the Increase Across North Georgia North Georgia weather conditions may feel invigorating, but the Georgia Forestry Commission has issued a warning about the area’s increased risk…
FAQs
Timber Sales What are my options for selling timber? A successful timber sale is well-planned and will maximize income to the owner while minimizing adverse impact on the land. It…
What I Did On My Summer Vacation…
…one, but once we get past the “Final Destination” moment, we move straight to Fern Gully and fixate on the “can’t you feel its pain?” The thought ends there with…
Teacher Conservation Workshop gets an A+
…in with an open mind, asked hard questions, and learned everything I could from these individuals. I feel that I have a more informed, balanced view of what the forest…
