Prescribed Burn Time in Georgia
…remote control. You can even turn it on and off without leaving the seat of the ATV. It is powerful enough to blow branches, thatch, and leaves from most firebreaks….
Prevention Tactics Shared as Fire Danger Rises
…extend up to 100 feet around a building, so trimming tree branches, cleaning gutters and decks, and removing flammable items are wise actions to take now.” To contact the fire…
Making your Home more Energy Efficient – by Planting Trees
…rays to reach the house through the trees’ branches in winter. If you are unable to plant trees everywhere you need or want them, the following list can help you…
My Internship Experience Working with GFC State Lands
…working with State Lands, I was blessed to work with Mr. Ritchie Mullen on a water quality site inspection and Mr. Brandon Mertz on a forest health issue. We checked…
GFC E-News Subscription
…form, you are consenting to receive marketing emails from: Georgia Forestry Commission, 5645 Riggins Mill Rd, Dry Branch, GA, 31020, US, http://www.gatrees.org. You can revoke your consent to receive emails…
Leaf Watch Report for September 28th, 2022
…elevations from mid-late October and lower elevations from late October to early November. Scenic NC Drive: State Route 180 via U.S. 19 South of Blairsville, on the way to Brasstown…
Leaf Watch Report for October 05, 2022
…Hogpen Gap Overlook in Union County via the Russell Scenic Highway provides exceptional views of mountains to the North, including Georgia’s highest point, Brasstown Bald. Owl Creek Road, off State…
STEM & Forestry
…of technology comes the need for IT specialists – another valuable career path. How does engineering play into forestry? Engineering is defined as a branch of science and technology that…
Final Leaf Watch Report for November 2nd, 2022
…above 3,000’; 90% below 3,000’. Incoming rainfall can be expected to accelerate leaf fall. Suggested scenic drives: Richard Russell- Brasstown Scenic Bypass is a good option at this time, especially…
Waging War on the Hemlock Wooly Adelgid
Waging War on the Hemlock Wooly Adelgid By Brandon Merz, GFC Forest Health Specialist It’s winter in Georgia, and while that means most forest pests are inactive, the hemlock woolly…
