Wildfire Risk Reduction Qualification (WRRQ) in Georgia
…neighborhood are extremely unlikely. Unfortunately, depending on weather, topography, and vegetation conditions, small fires near homes do occur, and can pose a risk to valuable structures and property. But through…
State Celebrates Trees’ Value in February for Georgia Arbor Day
…of Urban & Community forestry in Georgia rose 12.7% from the previous year to $7.1 billion in 2022. For information about Georgia Arbor Day events in your community, contact your…
Milledgeville Forester Awarded for Outstanding Service to Landowners
…the GFC family.” The prestigious Forester of the Year award is given annually to a GFC Forest Management professional whose outstanding performance advances GFC’s mission. That mission is to provide…
SOUTHWEST GEORGIA FORESTERS #1 FOR AREA FIRE PROTECTION
…close to 4,000 prescribed-burn hours and served on eight out-of- state deployments in support of wildfire suppression. The Area 9 team serves the following counties: Baker, Mitchell, Berrien, Colquitt, Brooks,…
SMOKEY BEAR & KEVIN BACON SAY “PLAY IT SAFE” WITH WILDFIRES
…they can help prevent these tragedies is a shared mission of GFC and Macon Bacon. Assisting communities in preventing wildfire is also the purpose of a series of grants provided…
WILDFIRE RISK HIGH AS JULY FOURTH HOLIDAY APPROACHES
…of fireworks before you light a fuse. Purchase fireworks from licensed vendors only and make sure they comply with local laws. Illegal fireworks pose a greater risk, due to their…
THE GFC SEEDLING STORE IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS!
For the widest selection of species, now is the time to peruse and choose because sell-outs do occur, and your property deserves to boast the performance and aesthetics you envision….
Learning is for Everyone
…forestry student. We’re ramping up for fall, just as we close the books on a very busy season of teaching and learning. We’ve held special outdoor summer camps for kids,…
More “Good Fire” Helping Prevent “Bad Fire” in Georgia
…assists rose 24%, and more significantly 33% in acres treated, this past year. Notably, these burns are conducted on private land, for private landowners utilizing state services to better manage…
