Open Records Requests
…Records Coordinator’s response will include a description of the records and a timetable for their release. Procedure to Make an Open Records Request: Complete the online “Open Records Request” form…
Searching for the Next “Great American Tree”
…year to commemorate the country’s most remarkable trees. The contest is open to everyone, with a submission deadline of May 31, 2019 to www.Americangrove.org. To enter, submit a photograph of…
New Online Tool Tracks Georgia Wildfire Activity
…show reasonable fire prevention precautions were not taken. The Georgia Forestry Commission has launched an online tool that pinpoints wildfire activity throughout the state. By visiting the agency’s website at…
Hazards of the Forest
Foresters and others who work outside and those who enjoy being in the outdoors are often confronted with hazards that can cause sickness, injury, or death. This booklet provides a brief description of those hazards to help you avoid an unpleasant encounter.
Virtual Meeting Brings Together Prescribed Fire Proponents
…our communities.” Georgia Forestry Commission Acting Director Gary White will open the meeting with an update on “The State of Fire in Georgia.” Recent air quality episodes will be discussed…
Fall Leaf Watch Kickoff
…another item on the long list of services trees provide every day. If we care for our trees all year ‘round, then we can more fully enjoy the color show…
GFC Leaf Watch Report: October 1, 2020
…to deep red Birch – mostly green with a few brown and yellow ends Yellow-poplar – green with a hints of yellow Redbud – green Sourwood – mostly green but…
GFC Leaf Watch: November 5, 2020 (final leaf watch post)
…bright green to lemon yellow to buckskin tan. Oak – Above 3000’ early turners now a golden bronze. Below 3000’ a mixture of deep reds and yellows developing. Blackgum –…
Outstanding Employees Honored at Georgia Forestry Commission
…one of 12 GFC teams that guides forest landowners in the growth, health and conservation of Georgia’s valuable forest resources. “Each division in this agency is composed of skilled and…
Pine Bark Beetles
…between the species, all Ips beetles are similar in appearance and are easily distinguished from other bark beetles. The rear end of their abdomens is scooped out and spined (four…
