North Georgia Burn Ban Beginning May 1 Boosts Air Quality

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…need to lower the risk of wildfire by paying close attention to weather conditions and safety precautions. Everyone needs to work together to ensure an enjoyable and fire-free summer.” For…

Safety Reminders for Storm Debris Burning

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…burns. To accommodate residents’ needs, the Georgia Environmental Protection Division has extended the traditional beginning of its summer burn ban in Troup County. The annual burn ban will, instead, begin…

Teacher Conservation Workshop gets an A+

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…go to, to protect the sustainability of the very resource that feeds their own families – not to mention the thousands of people who work alongside them. At the nursery,…

Leaf Watch Report for September 27th, 2023

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…see some tinges of red and orange, in dogwood, sourwood, and sumac. Don’t forget, vines such as Virginia creeper and POISON IVY show reds and oranges, too, and are just…

Understanding Georgia’s Outdoor Burning Laws

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…50 feet of SPACE between the burn pile and any structure, including outbuildings, sheds, barns, and homes. This separates the burning from buildings which may also catch on fire if…

Fire Risk Rising Rapidly with Onset of Cold Front

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…to the individual. “Everyone needs to stay aware of this weather situation and help reduce the risk of wildfire,” said Sorrells. “Georgia is very dry right now and we want…

Building Healthy Forests for Birds

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…that is still present. Once non-native plants have been removed native plants may rebound on their own but in some cases native plants and seeds may need to be added….

PLT and Me!

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…research-based information by assessing and identifying local needs. Having a personal interest in environment-related topics and wanting to expose the youth in my community to natural resource education, I completed…