GA Forestry Commission Set to Launch Leaf Watch 2023
…may include autumn festivals and special events. Corresponding photos from the northwest, north central, and northeast regions of the mountainous areas are geo-tagged so locations can be easily located online….
Understanding Georgia’s Outdoor Burning Laws
…is taking place. Residual smoke from a burn settles after dark and throughout the remainder of the evening and early morning hours, creating concerns for smoke-sensitive areas such as residential…
Wildfire Risk Reduction Qualification (WRRQ) in Georgia
…to reduce fuel loads and prevent larger, catastrophic wildfires. In fact, approximately one of every 40 acres in the state was burned last year to reduce fuel and wildfire risk….
Georgia Landowner Earns National Forest Sustainability Award
…ATFS across the state. Brasell was chosen as Tree Farmer of the Year from a group of four regional winners. She will be recognized at a national Tree Farm event…
BREEZING INTO SUMMERTIME
…days. Did you know that May is also Clean Air Month? In 1972, the American Lung Association created the week-long event to raise awareness about the importance of clean air…
WILDFIRE RISK HIGH AS JULY FOURTH HOLIDAY APPROACHES
…still need everybody’s help in keeping our communities and our forestlands safe,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Chief of Protection Thomas Barrett. “As you plan outdoor activities, remember that any kind…
My Firewise Experience
…a neighborhood in White County, attending a neighborhood homeowners association meeting while passing out Firewise fire prevention information, hosting a Firewise information booth at a community event, and writing this…
