Leaf Watch Report for November 11th, 2021
…week. Species specifics: Dogwood – Red / Burgundy Birch – Sparse Yellow Yellow-poplar – Bare Redbud-Red Sourwood – Red / Burgundy Sumac – muted Reds Maple –Reds/yellows Beech-Yellows Oak –…
Georgia Forestry Commission Names Athens Resident ‘Forester of the Year’
…to Georgians, Kastle may be found globe-trotting. He is an avid amateur photographer who has traveled to Australia and is making plans to visit France, Scotland, and Spain. “Being recognized…
“Wildfires in Georgia”
…sparks to start a wildfire between two neighborhoods. At GFC’s Coweta Unit we cover three counties with two tractor/plow rigs, so when we respond to a big fire we are…
Prevention Tactics Shared as Fire Danger Rises
…wildfires. “We want to make sure everyone is aware of the possibility that one stray spark can lead to devastating consequences,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Tim Lowrimore. “Our fire…
Summer Camp Openings for Nature-Loving Middle Schoolers
…in a spacious dining hall. All students completing the Forestry Youth Camp receive a certificate of completion and a tee shirt. Registration is open until all slots are filled and…
PLANNING A SAFE & FUN FOURTH OF JULY
…ignition can spark a wildfire, and that includes outdoor grills, campfires, fireworks, and even hot vehicle undercarriages and lawn equipment. Of course, tossing cigarettes and the like into vegetated areas…
Georgia Marks National Forest Products Week October 17-23
…wildlife, scenic places, and spaces for outdoor recreation – attributes which fans of Mother Nature might say are priceless. For more information about the many benefits of forestland in Georgia…
Forestry Employees Honored for Outstanding Service to Georgia
…GFC County Units included in Area 3 are Chattahoochee/Marion; Coweta/Fayette/S. Fulton; Harris/Muscogee/Talbot; Heard/Troup; Clayton/Lamar/Pike/Spalding/Upson; Meriwether; Butts/Monroe/Henry; and Macon/Taylor. Special awards were also presented to two designated GFC Units for their…
Grant Program Funds Tree Plantings
…grant program administered by the Georgia Tree Council and funded by the Georgia Forestry Commission. Grants are made available for tree planting in public spaces or tree giveaways for private…
New School Year – New Tools to Learn About Natural Resources
…Forest Careers. There is also a supplemental online quiz to help youth find green job suggestions that fit their personality type. A new PLT resource, Black Faces in Green Spaces:…
