February is a Great Month to Plant Trees
By Lea Clark, GFC Urban Forestry Specialist Happy Arbor Day Month! Georgia’s Arbor Day is always the third Friday in February. Why so early? Because February is an ideal month … Continue Reading →
FIRST-OF-ITS KIND FORESTRY AWARD GOES TO LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN MAN
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FEBRUARY 12, 2025 Being recognized by your peers for your outstanding work is pretty special. Being singled out by your organization’s director for a new annual award … Continue Reading →
PRESCRIBED FIRE AWARENESS WEEK OBSERVED IN GEORGIA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FEBRUARY 6, 2025 Protecting Georgians from wildfires is job one for the Georgia Forestry Commission. An important tool for keeping our state safe is being highlighted February … Continue Reading →
FAMILY VALUES FUEL LOCAL FORESTER’S PROMOTION
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FEBRUARY 4, 2025 A 26-year veteran of the Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) has accepted a new leadership position with the agency. Rusty Meadows, of Grovetown in Columbia … Continue Reading →
Raising Awareness about the Benefits of Prescribed Fire
Americans watching national news are learning about something Georgia foresters have been touting for a long time: prescribed fire. Also known as “good fire,” prescribed fire has multiple benefits that … Continue Reading →
FORESTRY PROMOTION KEEPS LOCAL AREA WILDFIRE-READY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JANUARY 21, 2025 Wildfire readiness in South Georgia is getting a fresh study. The Georgia Forestry Commission has promoted a seasoned wildland firefighter and Coast Guard veteran … Continue Reading →
COUNT ON US IN 2025!
January is synonymous with pledges to “get moving” and “get organized.” As those goals apply to your trees, here’s a reminder about the diverse range of services GFC offers to … Continue Reading →
GEORGIA FORESTRY COMMISSION ROLLS OUT RELIEF FUNDS FOR HELENE-HIT LANDOWNERS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JANUARY 6, 2025 Georgia forest landowners impacted by Hurricane Helene are getting welcome news about recovery assistance. Two special state relief programs were made available to applicants … Continue Reading →
DAHLONEGA NATIVE TAKES FORESTRY LEADERSHIP POSITION
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DECEMBER 10, 2024 A 27-year veteran of the Georgia Forestry Commission has been named to the agency’s leadership team. Kris Butler, a Dahlonega native, will assume the … Continue Reading →
It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year!
At the Georgia Forestry Commission, we think December is pretty special. Not only is it the time for traditional holiday celebrations, it is also a time when TREES are in … Continue Reading →
