Privacy Policy
…site. The inclusion of any does not imply endorsement by the Georgia Forestry Commission of the site. Use of any such linked site is at the user’s own risk. Site…
Landowner Resources
…#Arborist to care for our trees. Video Ask the Arborist: Tree Identification 101 Shows us how to identify common trees in our backyard. Video Athens Community Tree Council External Website…
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…
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…
Water Quality & BMPs
…plans on water quality impaired stream segments. GFC was tasked with developing the forestry component for TMDL plans. External Website Timber Harvest Notifications Website The purpose of this website is…
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…
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…
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…
Social & Cultural
…outdoor spaces with natural landscapes than in comparable plant-less spaces. Individuals and groups within communities with strong social cohesion and social capital experience many positive benefits. Helpful Resources Review studies,…
Longleaf Restoration
…planting of longleaf (not ideal for wet sites) Contract length- 10 years (must keep on site) Soils suitable for gopher tortoise or species present on site Completion of practices Compliance…
