Forest Stewardship Program
…conducting a timber sale, prescribed burning, timber harvest options or insect damage control. A management plan is provided when more detailed information is requested or needed. These are detailed and…
Ask The Arborist
…homeowners. If you still have more detailed questions, we encourage you to fill out the form below to get advice directly from an arborist. Helpful Resources General Information TitleDescriptionDocument Type…
Taxes & Estate Planning
…sure to get additional detailed information from your forest tax accountant to determine if you timber sale income qualifies for long term capital gains and/or losses. Casualty Losses To qualify…
Sudden Oak Death (SOD) in Georgia
…in northeast Georgia to detect the presence of Phytophthora ramorum. Ten forest (vegetation) sites were chosen within these watersheds also. Four of these sites are in close proximity to nurseries…
Report Card for Georgia’s Forestland Released
…Georgia’s Forests” details the condition of the state’s 24-million acres of forestland. It outlines the numerous economic, environmental, and social benefits of Georgia’s forests and details specific challenges to the…
Making your Home more Energy Efficient – by Planting Trees
…March. Here’s what to look for. Determine where the sun rises and sets with respect to your home’s location. Figure out which areas (windows, walls, doors, air conditioning units or…
GA Forestry Commission Set to Launch Leaf Watch 2023
…across North Georgia and include details about species undergoing specific color changes, the effects of weather on the tree canopy, ideal places to enjoy scenic views and suggested routes that…
Timber Sales & Harvest Advice
Getting Started To request a site visit and find out more about timber sales, contact your local GFC forester. We recommend that you engage the services of a consulting forester…
Prescribed Burn Certification
…Appalachian Campus This class is now full. Please check back soon for details on upcoming classes! PDF exclamation-circle No resources found- please try another search term. Helpful Resources TitleDescriptionDocument Type…
Leaf Watch Report for October 26th, 2022
Northwest GA Specific (Ridge and Valley/Cumberland Plateau): Overall color vividness and continuity will be determined mainly by future weather events within the season. Rainfall and wind intensity in the following…
