Forests for Georgia, Georgia for Forests

…state tax base, with $977 million in gross tax revenue. Georgia’s urban and community forestry companies generated an additional $4 billion of economic activity in 2017. Strong markets for forest…

GA Forestry Commission Set to Launch Leaf Watch 2023

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…The fall foliage season typically ends during the first or second weekend in November. “Georgia’s forests put on quite a show in fall,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Tim Lowrimore….

My Firewise Experience 

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…the tasks needed for the project. Some of the tasks were completing an online fire safety course, attending a Firewise community meeting in Hiawassee, completing a Firewise risk assessment of…

Tree Ordinances

…trees. A well-designed tree ordinance can take months or years for communities to write, but can provide many benefits to people living in the community. Tree ordinances should be formulated…

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Explore and Enjoy Georgia’s Public Lands

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Explore and Enjoy Georgia’s Public Lands In celebration of National Public Lands Day on September 25, the Georgia Forestry Commission invites you to visit state forests you may not even…

Outstanding GFC Employees Honored by State Legislators

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…honored that our ‘best of the best’ had an opportunity to be congratulated in the Georgia House and Senate and by Governor Brian Kemp,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Chuck…

Certified Tree Professionals

…estimate completed. Ensure that estimates include credentials, written scope of work, and all costs. Compare quotes on the basis of services to be performed and costs for each service. If…

Howard E. Bennett Museum

…by the Georgia Forestry Commission and located in Milledgeville, Georgia. Construction labor for the cabin was provided by Georgia Forestry Commission personnel. A group of individuals, public entities, and private…