Green Infrastructure Resources
…Proactive Green Infrastructure Provides to a Community protects critical habitats and dwindling water resources, sustaining forest resources, and allowing natural systems to remain functional. This, in turn, can communities millions…
Timber Sales & Harvest Advice
…will help everyone understand what is expected of all parties involved in the sale. All contracts should include the amount to be paid and how the payments will be disbursed,…
Annual Northern Georgia Burn Ban Begins May 1
…activities,” said Frank Sorrells, Chief of Protection for the Georgia Forestry Commission. “Our agencies closely monitor air quality, weather conditions and open burning for the safety of all Georgians.” The…
Legislature Marks Forest Agency’s Centennial
…resource. “Healthy forests provide so many benefits to us all,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Tim Lowrimore. “On our 100th anniversary, our agency is proud to support the landowners and…
GEORGIA FOREST CONSERVATION CHAMPION BRINGS HOME NATIONAL HONOR
…a sensible and efficient process,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Tim Lowrimore. “He’s developed working relationships with so many strong partners and we’re thrilled he’s being singled out for this…
SOPERTON NATIVE NAMED STATE FIRE PROTECTION CHIEF
…He is a certified prescribed burn manager and a Complex Management Planning Section Chief within the Incident Command System. Beyond his notable resume, Thomas is well respected for his exceptional…
Firewise USA® Program
…for your home and your community. List of Firewise Communities in Georgia Argyle Clinch County Argyle Asheland Cove Towns County Young Harris Autumn Ridge at the Creek Towns County Hiawassee…
Community Forestry Assistance Program
GFC’s Sustainable Community Forestry Program (SCFP) provides technical support to cities, counties, elementary schools, college campuses, home owners and nonprofit organizations.
Student Resources
…Commission documents all known cogongrass infestations.Invasive Species: Any plant or animal that has been introduced and aggressively competes with and displaces local native communities; normally having no native enemies to…
Social & Cultural
…outdoor spaces with natural landscapes than in comparable plant-less spaces. Individuals and groups within communities with strong social cohesion and social capital experience many positive benefits. Helpful Resources Review studies,…
