Invasive Plant Control Program

Th IPCP program targets certain invasive plant species listed as a top concern in Georgia. The twelve most harmful invasive plants in Georgia are known as the Dirty Dozen. They…

Green Infrastructure Resources

…of dollars. is a cost-effective and resilient approach to managing stormwater that can bring many social, economic, public health, and environmental benefits to communities. cleans the air and water, replenishes…

Taxes & Estate Planning

…To defer any gains realized, you must reinvest the proceeds to purchase qualifying replacement property such as replacement timber sites, the cost of seed, seedlings and replanting or sowing of…

Forest Certification Programs

Forest Management Certification Programs Recently, Forisk Consulting group produced a report on the major forest certification standards for the American Consumer Institute. The report describes the certification systems as they…

Natural Disaster Recovery

A fast response is important following a fire, storm or other natural disaster. The following information is aimed at assisting homeowners and community officials to prepare and respond quickly and…

Firewise USA® Program

In 1985, after the loss of over 1,400 homes in Florida and California fires, the U.S. Forest Service and the NFPA met, and the concept known as the wildland urban…

Smokey Bear

Smokey Bear programs are available by appointment to groups of 100 or more. Please be aware a Smokey Bear program can be canceled at a last minute notice due to…

Forest Certification

…plan. This is good idea whether you decide to pursue certification or not. Forest Management Certification Programs Recently, Forisk Consulting group produced a report on the major forest certification standards…

Making the Shade Program

…Forester sign a grant agreement. The recipient has one year to complete the project. Final Report A final report is required of the grantee after the project. Payment Process Payments…

Careers

…in the suppression of wildfires Prepare reports, including measuring and computing acreage Assist landowners in control burns and plow pre-suppression breaks Use appropriate equipment including hand tools and bull dozers…