Leaf Watch Report for November 4th, 2021

…areas are currently at peak while others are soon to follow. Lack of severe wind or rain throughout the following week has encouraged leaf retention and led to progressive increases…

“The Best Time to Plant a Tree was Yesterday.”

…always been an incredible resource for forestry needs. Once again, the GFC showed up hours after the storm to begin helping to clear roadways with their strike teams, and soon…

GFC Launches Weekly Fall Foliage Updates

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 The fall foliage season in Georgia begins soon and the Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) is ready with valuable tips for leaf peepers! Beginning on…

Leaf Watch Report for September 28th, 2022

…of September 28, no significant coloration has begun; deep greens are fading in over-story trees, which will soon expose the fall colors. Species specifics: Dogwood, sourwood, sumac, and black gum…

Leaf Watch Report for October 12, 2022

…but that should change very soon. Historically color change is a little more evident in the eastern part of the state first and then progress westward. You will also see…

Leaf Watch Report for October 26th, 2022

…will be very soon. The best elevations to view brilliant fall colors are 2,000-3,000 feet. Many oak species above 2,000 feet display beautiful scarlet foliage with scarlet oaks. Other oak…

Water Quality & BMPs

…in an environmentally sensitive manner. We appreciate your patience! Our new links to these modules will be available soon. Forest Roads – information needed for proper planning, constructing, using and…