GFC and COVID-19: 5/21/20 Update
…call us. If human lives or structures are in danger, call 911. Questions, business requests or information about any regular services provided by the Georgia Forestry Commission – being answered…
2020 Selling Your Timber
Selling timber can be a source of great satisfaction to a landowner. It may also be surprising, frustrating and stressful, especially for landowners who conduct timber sales infrequently. Relying on the expertise of a registered consulting forester for help with harvest planning and timber sales reduces the likelihood that sellers or buyers will be caught off guard – and that helps landowners get the highest return for their timber.
GFC Seedling Sales Open!
…Seedlings can be picked up at local GFC offices or at our Flint River Nursery. While online orders are strongly encouraged for all seedlings this year, recent ransomware attacks have…
Asian Longhorned Beetle
…have been eradicated, while others continue with eradication efforts. Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) is a large (1-1.5 inches long), black beetle with white spots, long black, and white striped antennae…
Virtual Meeting Brings Together Prescribed Fire Proponents
…on Wednesday, September 30, from 10 AM – 3 PM. All elements of the online gathering are designed to promote stronger relationships and increased knowledge about prescribed fire. A dynamic…
GFC Leaf Watch Report: October 1, 2020
…193 and follow back into Lafayette. Turn right on South Main Street. Turn left on Hwy 27 Bypass and follow to the next intersection to get back on Hwy 136….
Fire Prevention Week 2020
…against ignition from a wildfire. Clear this area of all dead plant materials. Consider using a rock mulch opposed to pine straw and tree mulch. Organic mulches give embers and…
GFC Leaf Watch Report: October 9, 2020
…193 and follow back into Lafayette. Turn right on South Main Street. Turn left on Hwy 27 Bypass and follow to the next intersection to get back on Hwy 136….
GFC Leaf Watch: October 16, 2020
…Hurricane Delta took down some early-turning yellow poplar leaves however, they were by no means stripped of their foliage and many are still holding both yellows and greens. The progression…
Chattahoochee Fall Line Prescribed Fire Cooperative
…assistance, cost-share, and education/training. The Co-Op has utilized strong partnerships in the area to address these barriers. West Central Georgia Prescribed Burn Trailers Our West Central Georgia Prescribed Burn Trailers…
