Connecting with the next Generation of Passionate Professionals
…programs for school kids and special training for educators. The Georgia Forestry Commission also works with several colleges and universities to target young adults who have a special interest in…
“We follow in the footsteps of great aviators…”: GFC Air Ops Unit in History
…compels us to look up when we hear engine noise overhead. That spirit is alive in GFC aviation and is part of what drives my passion for our work. In…
Why Choose a Live Christmas Tree?
…honestly say, Christmas tree farmers are some of the hardest working people around. Farmers work for years to grow trees so families can come out to their farm and select…
Forestry Intern’s Experience at GFC
…in on meetings with other agencies and seeing first-hand how government and community organizations work behind the scenes. My favorite part of this internship would be going to the Dixon…
Berrien County Woods Arson Suspect Jailed
…and the Georgia Forestry Commission investigators for all their hard work in putting this criminal behind bars.” “This suspect was already on 10-year felony probation for family violence,” said Berrien…
The Season for Giving Thanks
…thanks for all the good we enjoy together, I want you to know that my work at the GFC is one of the things I’m most thankful for. I’m thankful…
GFC Intern Spotlight: Jackson Wright – Learning About GFC State Lands
…Jonathan Kyser has provided an ideal environment for me to grow professionally. The work has been a tremendous complement to my (in-progress) Master of Forest Resources degree from the University…
Teacher Conservation Workshop
This workshop focuses on topics related to the benefits of forestry, including the cycle of growing trees, the utilization of trees for common consumer products and the management of trees…
PLT and Me!
…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…
Dublin Resident to Lead Forest Health for Georgia Forestry Commission
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DECEMBER 11, 2023 The Georgia Forestry Commission has promoted Dublin resident Michael Torbett to the position of Forest Health Coordinator. As part of the Forest Management leadership…