Georgia Forestry Commission Says Now is the Time to Order and Plant Trees
…GaTrees.org. Buyers may also contact the GFC nursery directly, at 478-508-0056, or their local GFC office. For more information about seedlings and services of the Georgia Forestry Commission, visit GaTrees.org….
Georgia Forestry Commission Names Athens Resident ‘Forester of the Year’
…with this important award,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Tim Lowrimore. “Jeff has been a valued employee for 13 years and has served many hundreds of forest landowners statewide. He…
Georgia Forestry Commission Wildfire Prevention Leader Earns Prestigious Award
…of this distinction,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Tim Lowrimore. “Throughout his 40-year career, he has been dedicated to wildfire prevention awareness and has led numerous federal fire prevention teams…
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Georgia Forestry Commission Responds to Southern Wildfire Emergency
…Georgia Forestry Commission has been able to support Texas and Louisiana with both equipment and personnel to help them through this critical period,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Tim Lowrimore….
International Leaders Visit a Privately-Held Property in Georgia to Learn About Sustainable Forestry and Community Resiliency
International Leaders Visit a Privately-Held Property in Georgia to Learn About Sustainable Forestry and Community Resiliency Written by: Tiffany Woods, Director of Southeast Forestry at the National Wildlife Federation/co-lead of…
Community Forestry Friend Program Application
The Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) is rewarding communities and campuses implementing
exemplary urban forestry programs with a Community Forestry Friend social media badge. Earning
the badge means your community manages its trees with the best urban and community forestry
practices, partners and professionalism. Download application to apply for the Community Forestry Friend program.
Arbor Day Celebrated Across Georgia in February
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 19, 2020 Tree plantings and commemorative events are taking place across the state this month, as communities mark Georgia’s Arbor Day 2020. Governor Brian Kemp signed…
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GFC helps protect and conserve Georgia’s plentiful forest resources. We provide leadership, services, and educational resources for landowners, communities, and other agencies. Our headquarters are in Dry Branch, Georgia….
GFC and COVID-19
…show reasonable fire prevention precautions were not taken. Sa fety. Flexibility. Service. Those are the themes we’re embracing at the Georgia Forestry Commission during this extraordinary time. While COVID-19 directives…
