Sudden Oak Death (SOD) in Georgia
…have been infected with this pathogen in Georgia. The Georgia Forestry Commission continues to work closely with other agencies such as the Georgia Department of Agriculture, University of Georgia, U.S….
What I Did On My Summer Vacation…
…The salaries are competitive, not only for positions requiring advanced degrees in chemical engineering, but also for those that only require a high school diploma or GED. There was a…
Arson Investigations
…arsonists include: Arson in the Third Degree – Prison sentence of 1 – 5 years Arson in the Second Degree (> 5 acres burned) – Maximum prison sentence of 10…
Law Enforcement
GFC investigators are specially trained to conduct investigations of forestry-related crimes. Timber security laws have been amended and updated over time, and in 2014, GFC investigators were authorized by House…
Christmas Tree Vendor Directory
…Closed Thu: 1PM-6PM Fri: 9AM-6PM Sat: 9AM-6PM Sun: 1PM-6PM Springhill Christmas Tree Farm Dan Provence 795 Woodhull Road Bainbridge, GA, 39819 Phone: 229-400-0329 County: Decatur 7 miles South of Bainbridge…
Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA) in Georgia
…of Georgia, the University of North Georgia, Young Harris College and (previously) Clemson University in the rearing and releasing of predator beetles in HWA infested areas. To date, we have…
Georgia Forestry Commission Names Athens Resident ‘Forester of the Year’
…shining stars.” Kastle is a 1994 graduate of the University of Georgia who holds a degree in Forestry. Before joining GFC he worked as a forestry consultant and was a…
Connecting with the next Generation of Passionate Professionals
…will soon earn his undergraduate degree in Wildlife Science, yet as a result of his experiences with GFC, is seriously considering a Master’s Degree in Forest Resources. Brady has “gotten…
GFC Intern Spotlight: Jackson Wright – Learning About GFC State Lands
…Jonathan Kyser has provided an ideal environment for me to grow professionally. The work has been a tremendous complement to my (in-progress) Master of Forest Resources degree from the University…
