“We follow in the footsteps of great aviators…”: GFC Air Ops Unit in History
…70-plus years of forestry aviation, the equipment, the people, and the mission have evolved significantly. The Air Operations unit at GFC was started in 1949 and has gone through many…
Educating future generation of decision-makers and others about the importance of our natural resources
Written by Chelsea York | Education Conservation Coordinator Back-to-school time is well underway, and though the traditional school bus and in-class learning model has changed, the season still signifies a…
Leaf Watch Report October 7th, 2021
Northwest GA Specific (Ridge and Valley/Cumberland Plateau): Cooler nights, sunny days, and adequate rainfall are signaling the beginning of the fall foliage season. Trees are on track to display vivid…
GFC Leaf Watch
Leaf Watch 2024 is finally here! Trying to predict the peak of fall color year to year is a challenge since much depends on the weather and the microclimate around…
10/7/21 Leaf Watch Report
Cooler nights, sunny days, and adequate rainfall are signaling the beginning of the fall foliage season. Trees are on track to display vivid changes in color over the next four weeks.
Leaf Watch Report October 20th, 2021
…variety of reds Sassafras – shows a variety of yellow, orange, and red Sweetgum – fading to red and yellow Hickory – still green with browning edges and faint signs…
Leaf Watch Report for October 27th, 2021
…the red patches seen from overlooks and ridges. Hickory and poplar have made the most significant changes over the past week as they are beginning to display a mix of…
10-27-21 Leaf Watch Report
Foliage color change is steadily progressing and is most visible in areas above 2000 feet. Sourwood and blackgum continue to provide a majority of the red patches seen from overlooks and ridges. Hickory and poplar have made the most significant changes over the past week as they are beginning to display a mix of vivid yellows, golds, and browns.
11-4-21 Leaf Watch Report
Fall color change in Northwest GA remains approximately one week behind last year. Many areas from 1500 to 3000 feet are currently at peak, displaying a wide variety of vivid yellows and dull reds. A large percentage of red maple have transformed into differing shades of bright and vivid yellows with occasional reds dramatically changing the views seen from overlooks and valleys. Chestnut oak, red oak, and white oak have made significant changes as they are currently exhibiting shades of gold, brown, and yellow.
Final Leaf Watch Report for November 17th, 2021
…– brown with significant leaf loss Birch – fading to brown and yellow Yellow-poplar – most of the leaves have dropped. Redbud – fading to yellow Sourwood – most of…
