In the Saddle of Unsung Heroes: Cross-training as a Wildland Firefighter
…tractor tire Carry buckets of water Use a fire rake Walk at a fast pace while carrying a wildfire pack and safety shelter As someone who doesn’t actively fight wildfire,…
GFC Applications for the Southern Pine Beetle Cost Share Program (SPB) and Invasive Plant Control Cost Share Program (IPCP).
…plants. The program reimburses forest landowners $60 an acre to chemically treat exotic privet, Japanese climbing fern, Chinese tallowtree, chinaberry, and callery pear. Additional information for both programs can be…
Reforestation
…recommend only planting after November 1 if soil moisture is plentiful. It’s better to wait and plant after December 1 and before March 1. When hand planting, carry plants to…
A Look Back at GFC in 2021
…regional events and a statewide event in Perry, GA to recognize this significant milestone in the agency’s 100-year history. Established four core values; Integrity, Respect and Equality, Be Responsible for…
“Friends that travel together, stay together”: Hand Crews of the Georgia Forestry Commission
…the sides of mountains as tall as the eye can see, working hard, 12-14 hours a day. They carry fire gear on their backs and haul hand tools and chainsaws,…
Forest Health
…hemlock trees. Preventative measures are available for homeowners and landowners to protect their trees from HWA. Redbay Ambrosia Beetle – Redbay ambrosia beetles carry the destructive laurel wilt disease. See…
GFC E-News Subscription
…and much more! Email First Name Last Name Sorry, we could not complete your sign-up. Please contact us to resolve this. Operation timed out, please try again. By submitting this…
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Click on the button that relates to your inquiry. If you need help finding the right person, please complete and submit the form below. Local Area Contacts Program Specific Contacts…
Think Trees for the Holidays
…you understand the programs and practices that will enhance your forested land. From your fellow Georgians and friends at the Georgia Forestry Commission, Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Written by…
Dreaming of a Green Christmas? Start by Recycling Your Tree
…has become a widespread environmental tradition in Georgia. Thanks to partners such as The Georgia Forestry Commission, The Home Depot, The Davey Tree Expert Company, 11 Alive, Ferry Morse Seed…
