New Year, New Purpose: How to Give Your Tree a Second Life
…environment in mind. Partners such as The Georgia Forestry Commission, The Home Depot, The Davey Tree Expert Company, 11 Alive, Ferry Morse Seed Company, and Burpee Seed Company supply chipping…
Carbon Registry
…energy flows. Some sections of this document end with a sub-section titled Commentary. The commentary sections are non-mandatory and are included to inform the user of background information, provide references…
Outstanding Employees Honored at Georgia Forestry Commission
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE APRIL 26, 2021 The Georgia Forestry Commission has na med the State Lands Timber Sales group its 2020 Forest Management Team of the Year. Timber Sales is…
Georgia Arbor Day
…USA, hold a reception to honor this accomplishment. If not, work with your city or Georgia Forestry Commission forester to make your community a Tree City USA. Honor the good…
Georgia Celebrates Trees this Month
…Director Tim Lowrimore. “This is a great opportunity for communities to come together and support the many benefits trees deliver, including storm water uptake, cooling shade, homes for wildlife, and…
GFC’s Rural Fire Defense Program (RFD)
GFC’s Rural Fire Defense Program (RFD) By Emily Hamilton, GFC Rural Fire Defense Manager The Georgia Forestry Commission offers special services to Georgia communities through the Rural Fire Defense Program….
Health & Recreational
…and creativity, cognitive and intellectual development, and social relationships. The character of a neighborhood has a significant affect on residents’ physical activity. People in communities with abundant greenspace generally enjoy…
Hurricane Cleanup Deadlines at Hand
…is June 30 for anyone with an FDMP contract to complete their authorized work,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Chuck Williams. “We expect a last-minute rush of completions and are…
Think Trees for the Holidays
…tree from one of the state’s many tree farms. The Georgia Forestry Commission maintains a list of growers throughout the state who can supply you and your family with a…