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…
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…
Natural Disaster Recovery
…hard hat long sleeves and pants over-the-ankle leather boots (with a steel toe, if possible) chainsaw chaps Major Tree Debris Removal and Damaged Tree Management GFC recommends that homeowners call…
Firefighting Training & Resources
…steel toe Any other items such as gear packs, radio packs, etc. are entirely optional and not required. Course Descriptions The pre-work consists of on-line training that is to be…
Forests for Georgia, Georgia for Forests
Executive Summary Georgia is an ideal place to live and work – offering a quality of life that is unmatched. We are business friendly, benefit from a temperate climate and…
A Message from GFC Director Tim Lowrimore
…materials in lieu of traditional materials, such as concrete and steel. Wildfire Mitigation Specialist Mark Wiles received the USFS Silver Smokey Bear Award. The Smokey is an honor given to…
