Teacher Conservation Workshop gets an A+
…with. One thing the program directors made sure of was that we not only meet the experts at the “boots on the ground” level but that we had numerous resources…
Trees Across Georgia (TAG) Grant Program
…applications. Excel Match Expenditures Form Budget worksheet to be used with Non-IRA TAG grant applications. Excel Soil Reconditioning Specs Specifications for soil reconditioning after removing impervious surfaces, based on research…
Soil Reconditioning Specs
Specifications for soil reconditioning after removing impervious surfaces, based on research conducted by Virginia Tech.
Hurricane Idalia Timber Impact Assessment Georgia August 30, 2023
The goal of the Timber Impact Assessment survey is to determine the current overall damage to the forest in Georgia and to document widespread impacts to the region affected by hurricane conditions.
Understanding Georgia’s Outdoor Burning Laws
…burning from the surrounding vegetation, which is not intended to burn, and allows the burner a buffer around their fire to control it before it escapes. There must also be…
Fire Risk Rising Rapidly with Onset of Cold Front
…call 1-800-GA-TREES (1-800-428-7337) and follow the prompts. If a wildfire breaks out, do not attempt to extinguish it. Wildfires spread surprisingly rapidly and can cause serious burn injuries or death…
“Smokey Bear and Me: A Thanksgiving Thrill!”
…I had a chance to tell them about what makes Georgia the #1 Forestry State in the Nation, and they were surprised to learn about it. They told me they…
Building Healthy Forests for Birds
By Dottie Head, Birds Georgia January 5 is National Bird Day, a day designed to shine the spotlight on issues critical to the protection and survival of birds. Why should…
GEORGIA FORESTS: A RENEWABLE INSURANCE POLICY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MARCH 22, 2024 Do you ever worry about the future our children and grandchildren will face? It might surprise you that the healthy condition of Georgia’s forestland…
OUTDOOR BURN BAN BOOSTS SUMMER AIR QUALITY
…issues surrounding ozone pollutants, the Georgia Environmental Protection Division has instituted an outdoor burn ban every summer since 2005. While campfires, cooking fires, and some agriculture burns are permitted, 54…
