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…

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…

Leaf Watch Report for October 16th, 2024

…color enthusiasts with some nice displays. The most substantial change in fall color has occurred above 3,500 feet and on north and east facing slopes/aspects. Estimated percentage of color change…

Leaf Watch Report for October 27th, 2021

…all aspects. Roadsides leading to the mountains have taken on good coloration from sassafras, sourwood, birches, sumac, and some remaining dogwoods. NE Species specifics: Dogwood – Burgundy in lower elevations…

Georgia’s Conservation Woodland Program

…what is growing on your land and how best to manage it. One of the most enjoyable aspects of owning land is the ability to create habitat for wildlife and…

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….