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Summer in Georgia is hot! We, our pets, and our AC bills are all feeling the heat. But don’t forget that our trees are also dealing with heat stress. They do a ton of work to cool our homes and communities, but also need some extra care in the intense summer heat. The most important … Continue Reading →

In the latest episode of our podcast, The Georgia Forestry Forum, we turn the spotlight to the often-unsung heroes on the front lines of wildfire response: the dispatchers. Becky Waller and Ashley Booth, response center managers at Tifton and Macon, respectively, peeled back the curtain on the fast-paced, high-pressure world within Georgia’s Forestry Dispatch Centers. … Continue Reading →

“The best time to plant a tree was 30 years ago. The next best time is now.” You’ve likely heard that quote before. While its origin is unclear, it famously applies to trees – and for good reason! Trees provide beautiful and functional benefits for us today, and a lasting promise for tomorrow’s generations. As … Continue Reading →

Graduation season is an exciting time filled with celebrations, milestones, and big questions about what comes next. For recent graduates searching for meaningful work, a little adventure, and the opportunity to make a real difference, forestry may be the career path for you! When people think about forestry careers, they often picture someone planting trees … Continue Reading →

As news about the historic South Georgia wildfires continues to improve, firefighting efforts have shifted into the closing stages. Crews are now focused on the “mop-up” phase, which is just as critical as the initial attack. What is mop up? Mop-up is the process of locating, extinguishing, and securing any remaining heat or burning material … Continue Reading →

Blog by: Johnny Sabo, GFC Director In anticipation of elevated wildfire risk following Hurricane Helene and ongoing drought conditions, the Georgia Forestry Commission has spent the past several years strengthening wildfire preparedness, prevention, mitigation, detection, and response capabilities across the state. Through strategic planning, operational enhancements, technology investments, workforce development, public outreach, and strong legislative … Continue Reading →

GFC Guest blog by Gloria Camacho, Director, Georgia Forestry Foundation Georgians are joining more than one billion people in 190+ countries this week to celebrate Earth Day! Wednesday, April 22, 2026 is the 56th anniversary of this global environmental movement. It brings together individuals, students, communities, faith groups, elected officials, and organizations worldwide to coordinate … Continue Reading →

Have your conversations turned to “yellow” yet? They will be soon. Pollen time is upon us. And as much as we humans may dislike the dust, birds, bees, and trees really dig it! We’ve shared this information before and it deserves another go’round. As you spray away “Wash Me!” from your car, take a moment … Continue Reading →

Georgia’s Arbor Day is the ideal time to celebrate the champions among us – Champion Trees, that is! The Champion Tree Program is a vital initiative that highlights the tallest and most majestic trees across the state. In a recent conversation on GFC’s podcast, The Forestry Forum, our Urban Forestry Specialist Dave Long shared insights … Continue Reading →