About
Our headquarters is in Dry Branch, Georgia. We also have district and county offices throughout the state. The director of the GFC is known as the state forester. GFC provides…
Forest Health
…provide guidance to landowners and mitigate the loss to our natural resources. The goal is to offer technical assistance and training to landowners and land managers in order to minimize…
Longleaf Restoration
…practices Largest variety of practices offered by cost share program – everything ranging from establishment to commercial thinning Contract length is two years to complete practices Process: Contact local NRCS…
Natural Disaster Recovery
…to help you prepare, recover, and build long-term resilience to natural disasters. External Website Disaster Resource Center The USDA Disaster Resource Center offers information about specific disasters and emergencies, how…
Reforestation
…Some landowners will encounter problems that are unique to their specific lands. If you need advice, contact your local GFC office. A qualified forester will be able to offer assistance….
Fire Weather
…linked to GFC’s wildfire computer-aided dispatch system and software called FiResponse. It offers current information about Georgia’s reported and active wildfires. Details include: fire location whether a fire is active,…
Wildfire Prevention
When burning, always check the weather first. A major cause of debris burn wildfires is not following Ga code section 12-6-90 and burning with improper weather conditions. Changing conditions and…
Firefighting Training & Resources
Wildland firefighters work in natural environments, such as forests, preventing and fighting fires, and performing rescue and aid services. Wildland Firefighter Training is for: Fire Department personnel – must be…
Care For Your Trees
Are my trees healthy? To keep access and track tree health, homeowners should keep a photo log of their trees and conduct periodic self-surveys. Make a note of: the location…
Health & Recreational
Physical inactivity and obesity are on the rise. The majority of Americans are not active enough and do not meet suggested daily standards of moderate activity to reduce risk factors…
