Fire Prevention Week 2020
…hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. The Georgia Forestry Commission is responsible for all wildfire suppression in the state of Georgia. What causes forest fires?…
Meet GFC’s Director: Tim Lowrimore
…principles to which I will be devoted as Director and State Forester. I’m convinced our best days are ahead. Together, let’s do all we can every day to protect and…
Report Card for Georgia’s Forestland Released
A new report shows Georgia’s forests are healthy today and are ready to meet the needs of tomorrow, if we’re mindful of some emerging trends. The 2019 “Sustainability Report for…
Leaf Watch Report October 20th, 2021
…have combined to give the look and feel of fall for Northeast Georgia. While the birches, poplars, and sycamores have all but completed their fall showing, other species like dogwood,…
Final Leaf Watch Report for November 2nd, 2022
…diversity from overlooks remain strong. High leaf retention from various oak species, maple, hickory, beech, and sweetgum, continue to provide swaths of color. Areas predominantly composed of poplar have experienced…
Fall Leaf Watch Kickoff
…science behind leaf color change is remarkable. Autumn leaf color change, or “leaf senescence,” begins after the fall equinox, better known as the “first day of fall.” The shortening days…
GFC Leaf Watch Report: October 9, 2020
…currently threatening the US Gulf Coast, looks to bring some rain and possibly some wind to the Georgia mountains Saturday and Sunday. As leaf abscission is already underway in some…
“Wildfires in Georgia”
…fully committed. We have no replacements – only other county units to call upon, which can take hours. This fire took two days to control and three more of mop-up…
The Season for Giving Thanks
…values its natural resources and those who tend them. I’m thankful for the trust and confidence communities all around our state place in GFC everyday. I hope your Thanksgiving holiday…
Community Forestry Friend Program Application
The Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) is rewarding communities and campuses implementing
exemplary urban forestry programs with a Community Forestry Friend social media badge. Earning
the badge means your community manages its trees with the best urban and community forestry
practices, partners and professionalism. Download application to apply for the Community Forestry Friend program.
