Invasive Plant Control Program (IPCP)
…by April 1, 2025. Application Process This program is administered by the Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) with US Forest Service funds. The sign-up period is currently closed. Additional information can…
Emergency Forest Restoration Program (EFRP)
…corporation, or other private legal entity, that has definitive decision-making authority over the land. In addition, the natural disaster must have resulted in damage that if untreated would: impair or…
Huber “Trees for Georgia” Program
…applicants: A forester will visit the sites of all approved applicants and develop a tree planting plan for the acreage involved. The plan will quantify the acreage and address site…
One Tree Planted – Reforestation Program
…tree planting plan for the acreage involved. The plan will quantify acreage and address site preparation and planting specifications. The applicant must agree to follow the plan to be eligible…
Georgia Burn Notification Law Changing
…addition, restrictions on burning in 54 northern Georgia counties under the Environmental Protection Division summer burn ban from May 1-September 30 continue to be in effect. Burning of debris generated…
Georgia ReLeaf Grant Program
…justice, in addition to inequitable access to nature. Therefore, the priority of the Georgia ReLeaf program is DISADVANTAGED COMMUNITIES as per the Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST). CEJST…
GA Outdoor Burn Notification System Frequently Asked Questions
GA code section 12-6-90 eliminates the need to notify the Georgia Forestry Commission when a person, firm,corporation or association intends to burn hand-piled vegetation/yard debris. Important fire prevention precautions for burners, however, were added.
Educating future generation of decision-makers and others about the importance of our natural resources
…be integrated into corresponding lesson plans or used as stand-alone activities. Download the video “A Tree’s Dream” and the accompanying lesson plans for grades 3 – 8 to address ways…
New Rules in Effect as North Georgia Burn Ban is Lifted
…relative humidity, and the number of days since significant rainfall are critical factors that can make the difference between success and an unintended tragedy.” In addition to a number of…
How Foresters, Loggers, Forest Owners and the Forest Industry Became Champions for Clean Water
…Collaborative Approach Based on Continual Improvement Through effective collaboration and a dedicated commitment to stewardship, forestry BMPs have become institutionalized throughout the entire sector. In addition to state surveying programs,…
