Health & Recreational

…are prescribing a dose of nature to improve wellness in adults and children. Nature is also an antidote to stress. Trees are one way to encourage outdoor physical activity and…

Educator Resources

…provides resources to spread important messages in your community to prevent arson. Access resources. External Website Native Trees of Georgia Book Book showing illustrations of trees native to Georgia. PDF…

GEORGIA FOREST CONSERVATION CHAMPION BRINGS HOME NATIONAL HONOR

…NCPP’s 2023 Hugh Hammond Bennett Southeast Region Planner Award for Conservation Excellence. The NCPP is comprised of national conservation partners including the NRCS, National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD), National…

Carefully Planned “Good Fires” Prevent Bad Ones

…needs,” said Dr. Jon Ambrose, chief of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Conservation Section. Approximately 35,000 acres across the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests may be treated with prescribed fire…

Champion Trees

…of foliage and be at least 13 feet in total height. It must be a species recognized as native or naturalized in the continental United States. The GFC uses Elbert…

Student Resources

…Commission documents all known cogongrass infestations.Invasive Species: Any plant or animal that has been introduced and aggressively competes with and displaces local native communities; normally having no native enemies to…

Social & Cultural

…that is important, consider nature and the trees that surround the area. Trees help build a sense of community character and place. Fast Facts People prefer natural over hardscape settings,…

GFC Seeking Director/State Forester

…of Natural Resources, Georgia Conservancy, Georgia Farm Bureau, Southeastern Wood Producers Association, National Wild Turkey Federation, Natural Resource Conservation Service, Environmental Protection Division, GA State Firefighter’s Association, UGA Warnell School…

Connect With Nature

…& Historic Sites have cabins and campsites available to rent. Check Out Their Online Guide Explore America the Beautiful and Georgia National Parks! From national seashores to historic battlefields and…

Natural Disaster Recovery

A fast response is important following a fire, storm or other natural disaster. The following information is aimed at assisting homeowners and community officials to prepare and respond quickly and…