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Wildfire Danger Elevated Across Georgia

…postpone their plans until conditions change,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Forest Protection Chief Frank Sorrells. “Elevated winds and dry conditions will cause open burning to be difficult to control and…

Leaf Watch Report for September 28th, 2022

…Bald, offers great views of mountains and countryside. There is only minimal color change at this time; however, open fields provide some nice displays of fall wildflowers. Northeast GA: As…

Georgia Marks National Forest Products Week October 17-23

…exported to utility companies in Europe, where pellets are burned in electricity generating plants. Generation of electricity using biomass in Georgia has grown by over 80% since 2010. Wood pellet…

Leaf Watch Report for October 20th, 2022

…I hope the peak should occur the last week of October for oaks. We are in the tail end of peak for species like yellow poplar, sycamore, yellow birch, and…

Final Leaf Watch Report for November 2nd, 2022

…Amicalola Falls State Park is a great fall drive with nice yellow, orange, and red colors. Amicalola Falls provides a kaleidoscope of autumn splendor. Northeast: Elevations above 3,000 feet have…

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Benefits of Outdoor Exercise

…that is promoting exposure to trees and its positive link to one’s health. Much of the current research can be found at https://healthytreeshealthylives.org/. I hope that this holiday season keeps…

The Wise Way to Guard Against Fire

…nature. They are beneficial in that they clear away debris and open up landscapes for animals to forage. However, as societies push into WUI’s, preventing the occurrence of fire becomes…

Forestry Employees Honored for Outstanding Service to Georgia

…firefighting equipment, numerous landowner meetings, and extensive support to GFC’s tree seed and nursery operations. Local events to honor these employees for their outstanding service are being planned. For more…