Needlecast in Pines
…needles on their pines suddenly turned brown. These trees were most likely infected by the natural occurring fungus sometime last fall. Cool, wet falls have a tendency to harbor higher…
Leaf Watch Report for October 26th, 2022
…should be in the foothills of mountains, sheltered mountain valleys, and elevations generally less than 2,000 feet. Species specifics: Maple – Yellow, orange, red, and fading in upper elevations. Yellow…
Dreaming of a Green Christmas? Start by Recycling Your Tree
…homes, and sinks others into lakes to create fish habitats. Since the program’s inception, communities across Georgia have diverted over six million trees from landfills. “Bring One for the Chipper”…
Georgia Celebrates Trees this Month
…third Friday in February, which this year falls on Friday, February 17. “Special events are being held all over Georgia this month to mark the occasion,” said Georgia Forestry Commission…
High-flying Tools for Fire – and More!
…pro with a Drone Amplified Ignis system. This is the system that fills the back of a pickup! It allows the pilot to apply prescribed fire to a burn unit….
North Georgia Burn Ban Beginning May 1 Boosts Air Quality
…the air,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Protection Chief Frank Sorrells. “The risk of wildfires usually increases at this time of year, and we will be closely monitoring fire weather and…
Teacher Conservation Workshop gets an A+
…leaf pine ecosystem. The two mills we visited opened my eyes to the different jobs that young adults, fresh out of high school or college, can get that are nothing…
Understanding Georgia’s Outdoor Burning Laws
By Frank Sorrells, Georgia Forestry Commission Protection Chief The annual ban on outdoor burning in 54 Georgia counties (mostly in the northern part of the state) was recently lifted. Pending…
Leaf Watch Report for November 8th, 2023
…Central Georgia 2023 GFC Leaf Watch Report NC GA Week 6 11-8-2023 Stone Mountain Park, DeKalb County Stone Mountain Park, DeKalb County Amicalola Falls State Park, Dawson County Northwest Georgia…
New Year, New Purpose: How to Give Your Tree a Second Life
…this year from the mountains to the coast, and although the main date falls on January 6, many communities accept drop-offs before or afterward. We hope to see you there!…
