State Managed Forests

…with pine trees. Wetlands made up of creeks and beaver ponds, utilize over 270 acres. The Baldwin Seed Orchard has 100 acres. Right-of-ways (natural gas, electric, and highway/roads) make up…

Careers

…fire control activities under limited supervision Operate and monitor a voice and data communications system consisting of: two-way radio, telephone and computer data communications network Assist in location, dispatching of…

Natural Disaster Recovery

…storm. PDF Storm Mitigation Template Community Forest Storm Mitigation Plan for Georgia Communities Template PDF Storm Mitigation Workbook Community Forest Storm Mitigation Planning for Georgia Communities Workbook PDF Timber Impact…

GFC U&CF Technical Assistance Program

…Provided? You will need to complete a short self-assessment survey for your community that takes about 20 minutes to complete online. The survey helps us to determine what support is…

Leaf Watch Report for October 26th, 2022

…area. Sourwood and black gum still retain the deep red color they have exhibited throughout the previous weeks. Hickory, beech and birch are also at peak showing color spectrums from…

Leaf Watch Report October 20th, 2021

…increased color change through the next few weeks. While peak time is still a few weeks away, we can enjoy some very nice color development at higher elevations. Peak should…

GFC Leaf Watch: October 16, 2020

…and intensity. Crossing our fingers that the next 2 to 3 weeks will provide us with a similar conclusion. Above 3000’ oaks continue to transition to reds and yellows. Roadsides…

Leaf Watch Report for November 4th, 2021

…has prompted more changes in leaf color change has improved the last few weeks. High elevations have reached peak, but north GA isn’t far behind and the next few weeks

Community Resources

…owners and nonprofit organizations. Page on GFC Website Community Forestry Friend Program Application The Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) is rewarding communities and campuses implementing exemplary urban forestry programs with a…

Community Forestry Assistance

…forestry programs, and promote the care of trees in communities throughout Georgia with emphasis on disadvantaged communities. In partnership with the Georgia Tree Council, the Georgia ReLeaf grant program offers…