Green Cities: Safe Streets

his article surveys the research on roadside vegetation benefits, and the scientific evidence concerning city trees, and transportation safety.

Educator Resources

…can take to keep themselves and those around them safe. Learn more about creating a plan. External Website Georgia Forest Facts Fact sheet showing Georgia’s latest forestry statics. PDF Georgia…

Care For Your Community’s Trees

…GFC Website Community Forestry Friend Program Application The Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) is rewarding communities and campuses implementing exemplary urban forestry programs with a Community Forestry Friend social media badge….

Landowner Resources

…mature hemlock – especially in the Appalachian Mountains. External Website Storm Mitigation Template Community Forest Storm Mitigation Plan for Georgia Communities Template PDF Storm Mitigation Workbook Community Forest Storm Mitigation…

Wildfire Prevention

…risks across Georgia External Website Debris Burning Safe Practices – English Best practices to prevent injury and damage when burning PDF Debris Burning Safe Practices – Español Mejores prácticas para…

WILDFIRE RISK HIGH AS JULY FOURTH HOLIDAY APPROACHES

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…still need everybody’s help in keeping our communities and our forestlands safe,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Chief of Protection Thomas Barrett. “As you plan outdoor activities, remember that any kind…

Ecosystem Services

…benefits to society. These public goods provide the basis for sustainable economies, communities, and livelihoods, but have no recognized economic value in the marketplace. The vital contributions of ecosystem services…