Local Forestry Employees Earn 2021 Performance Award
…“Under the direction of Chief Chad Brackin, employees in the Early/Miller Unit demonstrated remarkable accomplishments during a time when normal operations were anything but normal,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director…
Local Forestry Employees Earn 2021 Performance Award
…safety, and achievements. “Under the direction of Chief Ranger Wesley Sisk, employees in the Dawson/Forsyth/Lumpkin/Gilmer/Pickens Unit demonstrated remarkable accomplishments during a time when normal operations were anything but normal,” said…
Fire Danger Rising – Public’s Help Needed
…or shovels to help control the fire. Other safety tips include caution when cooking outside or using grills; keeping open flames away from combustible vegetation; recognizing hot objects such as…
High Fire Danger Prompts Outdoor Burning Warnings this Weekend
…with recent rainfall, the ability to control open burning under these weather conditions will be difficult,” Sorrells said. “Resulting wildfires could spread rapidly and cause harm to people, damage to…
Bloom-time BOLO for Invasive Weed in Georgia
…frequently in pine woodlands, vehicle rights-of-way, open pastures, and even home landscapes, coastal dunes, and golf courses. “We need all outdoor enthusiasts to keep an eye out for cogongrass,” said…
Special Committee Tackles Carbon Credit Tracking in Georgia
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE APRIL 21, 2022 Georgia is taking steps to ensure the emerging sustainable development carbon market is open to the state’s forests. A special technical advisory committee has…
In the Saddle of Unsung Heroes: Cross-training as a Wildland Firefighter
…with me. The primary purpose of this and all our operations at GFC is to return home safely to our families at the end of the day. Every exercise built…
Prescribed Fire Certification Course – Waycross, GA
GFC instructors are providing instruction on fire behavior, fire weather, and fire tactics.
Date: October 2-3
Location: Coastal Pines Technical College Waycross Campus
My Internship Experience Working with GFC State Lands
…I was fortunate to work on several projects, including flight operations, to help revise the Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) policy, making sure it is as simple as possible while still…
GFC Tracking Palmetto Berry Thieves
…landowners often do not notice the thefts until their property has been picked clean. Illegal harvesters operate day and night and may be dangerous if confronted. Landowners are being urged…
