10-20-21 Leaf Watch Report
The past week has been cool and sunny with a little rain, allowing many of the trees to slowly progress with color change. Areas with high concentrations of blackgum and sourwood are currently showing the most vivid colors providing differing shades of red and orange. Sassafras is also beginning to show a variety of colors including yellow, orange and red.
Public Invited to Meeting About Climate Change and Carbon Storage
…construction, verification, accrual/sales, and final results will be discussed. The public is urged to attend the meeting to learn more about this important tool for tracking sustainable development in Georgia….
Leaf Watch Report for November 4th, 2021
…should yield some great color. The continued pattern of sunny warm days with cool night temperatures make for favorable conditions. Last year we lost a lot of the color due…
Leaf Watch Report for November 11th, 2021
…species-specific in cases such as beech and hickory). As temps continue to drop, especially cool nights with sunny days, we are starting to see more red coloration coming into the…
Making your Home more Energy Efficient – by Planting Trees
…trees that will help reduce energy costs in the years ahead. Simply put, it takes a lot of energy to cool our homes! They absorb the sun’s rays, converting them…
Leaf Watch Report for September 28th, 2022
…GA: The recent clear, crisp, cool nights and warm sunny days are the perfect recipes for developing fall color. Some beneficial rain is forecast for late this week and weekend…
Leaf Watch Report for October 12, 2022
…This will likely knock some leaves down but should not spoil this fall color season. Early next week looks to bring a substantial cool down with possible frosty conditions. This…
GFC U&CF Technical Assistance Program
…on the Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST) . Cities and towns can apply for support to map, plan for and manage their urban forests. The care, management and…
Leaf Watch Report for October 26th, 2022
…leaves still hanging on. This week has seen warm days and cool nights, which should continue our color development. Elevations above 3000 feet exhibit excellent color change. The higher elevations…
Danville Man Named GA Forester of the Year
…Master Naturalist Program, the Soil & Water Conservation Service, and school career days. Outlaw is dedicated to his own education and professional growth, completing several important wildfire and equipment training…
