Final Leaf Watch Report for November 2nd, 2022
…Georgia Mountains has been one of the most vibrant and breathtaking in many years! The best locales for viewing fall color moving forward are in the foothills of the mountains,…
A Note from GFC’s New Deputy Director
…and protection from wildfires. I would also be remiss if I did not start by thanking Tim Lowrimore, the GFC Board of Directors, those who served on the interview panel,…
North Georgia Burn Ban Beginning May 1 Boosts Air Quality
…asked to refrain from burning yard and land clearing debris, whose smoke can negatively impact the state’s air quality during the hot summer months by contributing to high ozone levels….
Sung to the tune of “School’s Out for Summer!”
…3 – 15. These fun and easy-to-do projects get you outside in your own backyard, in local parks, or even off to a walk in the woods. Rainy day? No…
SOUTHWEST GEORGIA FORESTERS #1 FOR AREA FIRE PROTECTION
…“best of the best.” Employees in Camilla-based Area 9 have been recognized as GFC’s Statewide Area of the Year for FY23. “You’ve heard the saying, ‘there is no I in…
OUTDOOR BURN BAN BOOSTS SUMMER AIR QUALITY
…mostly north and central Georgia counties (listed below) do not allow hand-piled yard debris and land-clearing debris burns from May 1 to September 30. For complete details, visit https://epd.georgia.gov/air-protection-branch/open-burning-rules-georgia. Georgia…
BREEZING INTO SUMMERTIME
…agriculture burns are permitted, 54 mostly north and central Georgia counties (listed below) do not allow yard and land debris clearing burns from May 1 to September 30. For complete…
Privacy Policy
…by the laws of the State of Georgia without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Privacy Policy Your privacy is very important to us. Accordingly, we have developed this…
Careers
…hazard response state agency. Apply today to see if you have what it takes! Must have a commercial learner’s permit (CLP) prior to hire date and the ability to obtain…
Urban & Community Forestry
Healthy community and urban forests are integral to the lives of all Georgians. The Georgia Forestry Commission’s urban and community foresters help protect and promote Georgia’s urban forests by: Providing…
