SOUTHWEST GEORGIA FORESTERS #1 FOR AREA FIRE PROTECTION

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…to building construction. They’re a shining example of our agency’s commitment to service.” This isn’t the first time Area 9 employees have been singled out for their performance. The group…

BILLY LANCASTER SUMMER YOUTH CAMP  

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…obstacle course and lots and lots of mud! The very best reviews we get, however, are often the informal ones. The ones that come from those who’ve spent time at…

Tree Seedlings

…GFC Seedling Price List. NOTE: Prices vary. Discounts are available for orders of 10,000 hardwoods or 100,000 pines. Seedling Care & Planting The ideal time to plant trees in Georgia…

Timber Security

GFC investigators are specially trained to conduct investigations of forestry related crimes. Timber security laws have been amended and updated over time, and in 2014, GFC investigators were authorized by…

State Managed Forests

…10:00 a.m. during deer archery and spring turkey hunting days. Horseback and bicycle riding are also not allowed anytime the Main Gate is closed. Vehicles towing trailers must park at…

Forest Biomass

…harvested during a traditional harvest and not at a separate time, to take advantage of the cost efficiencies. In addition, cost of harvesting volumes of biomass is inversely related to…

Forest Inventory Analysis

…affecting Georgia’s forest resource. It also helps with decisions about timber supply and wood production. How is the data collected? Twelve GFC foresters work full time to collect FIA data….

Certified Tree Professionals

Tree care should always be provided by a certified arborist. Arborists are trained in the identification, diagnosis and care of trees. They understand how to provide proper tree care safely….

Storm Mitigation Planning

…when the time comes. New opportunities for economic and environmental use of woody debris may also be available. Helpful Resources Find sample emergency response plans, Do’s & Don’ts on managing…

Champion Trees

…currently on Georgia’s Champion Tree list not listed in the Handbook because, in the past, any tree species was accepted. The goal is to remove these species over time as…