Explore and Enjoy Georgia’s Public Lands
…the southernmost trout fishing opportunities in the state. Dawson and Paulding Forests are only two of 105 WMA’s across the state. Other opportunities to explore Georgia’s natural beauty include (see…
Grant Program Funds Tree Plantings
Grant Program Funds Tree Plantings It’s not always easy for communities to fund all the tree plantings they’d like to do. While beauty, shade, homes for animals, and environmental services…
Incident Command System
…Command. In these instances, the agency with jurisdiction over the incident would serve as Incident Commander (IC). The agency with the next-most responsible jurisdiction would serve as Deputy IC. In…
Recognizing the Value of ‘Good Forest Fires’
…said Tim Lowrimore. “They give us thousands of products, places to play, natural beauty, and much, much more. It’s important that all Georgians recognize the tremendous value that well-managed forests…
A Look Back at GFC in 2021
…time and leave accrual. Virtual fire academy to onboard new wildland firefighters – Our training cadre continued to equip new wildland firefighters for duty through a virtual wildland firefighting academy….
Timber Products
Here are some interesting facts about some of the many products that come from Georgia’s trees: Timber Products Pulpwood for paper, saw timber lumber, poles, and veneer logs are valuable…
Ecosystem Services
The United Nations led a four-year assessment of the status and trends of the world’s ecosystems. This Millennium Assessment groups ecosystems services into four broad categories: Provisioning Services: The production…
Legislature Marks Forest Agency’s Centennial
…produced here and the jobs created by the forest industry. From clean air, clean water and abundant products to wildlife habitat, recreation and natural beauty, Georgia forests also contribute indispensable…
Local Forester Named GFC 2020 Forester of the Year
…Martin went far above and beyond the call of duty this year,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Forest Management Chief Scott Griffin. “In addition to his regular duties as a GFC…
#SpringIntoAction with GFC!
…where you are? Redbuds blooming? Cardinals posing? Weeping willows moving with the breeze? We want to share the beauty you’re enjoying, and we’ll do that on our Facebook (Georgia Forestry…
