Forest Agency Strengthens Regional Focus
…landowners across the state. Region Managers will manage all aspects of agency business in their regions and will serve on the GFC’s Executive Leadership Team. The new Region Managers are:…
Georgia Burn Ban Begins May 1
…activities,” said Frank Sorrells, Chief of Protection for the Georgia Forestry Commission. “That’s more likely to occur in cities, where there’s more asphalt and concrete than open green space and…
GFC Leaf Watch Report: October 1, 2020
…go through leaf season it is good to remember that the concept of “peak” is actually a moving target as elements to include the latitude, elevation, aspect (whether the location…
Local Forester Named GFC 2020 Forester of the Year
…field forester, assisting southwest Georgia landowners in all aspects of forest management, he took on a tremendous amount of responsibility in response to Hurricane Michael devastation. He is a shining…
Leaf Watch Report for October 12, 2022
…change is a little more evident in the eastern part of the state first and then progress westward. You will also see more change on northern-facing slopes before other aspects….
Forecast Fire Danger Rating for the Co-Op Area
Forecasted weather conditions and fire danger ratings for the Co-Op Area (Oakland Station – North Marion County)
Landowners Can Help Reduce Wildfire in Georgia
…you remember the requirements, so be sure to check them out: Burn Notification Changes. One aspect of the new law, the requirement for sunup to sundown only burning, is a…
Connecting with the next Generation of Passionate Professionals
One of the most important aspects of sustainable forestry is connecting with the next generation of passionate professionals. We reach out to them in a number of ways, including camp…
Leaf Watch Report for October 20th, 2022
…is a little more evident in the eastern part of the state first and then progress westward. You will also see more differences in Northern facing slopes before other aspects….
New Rules in Effect as North Georgia Burn Ban is Lifted
…on its website. Daily forecasts, fire danger maps and comprehensive fire weather information are available at: http://weather.gfc.state.ga.us/Maps.aspx. Prospective burners may also call their GFC county office for information and assistance….
