“Friends that travel together, stay together”: Hand Crews of the Georgia Forestry Commission
By Jennifer Tapley / Training Specialist “We got one!” That’s what Annie Potts’ character, Janine Melnitz, from the original Ghostbusters movie, said excitedly when she received the first ghost-removal call…
Leaf Watch Report for October 27th, 2021
…shifting a variety of reds Sassafras – shows a variety of yellow, orange, and red Sweetgum – fading to dull red and maroon Hickory – rapidly shifting from green to…
Leaf Watch Report for November 4th, 2021
…predominant factor in whether overall color change will increase or disappear as winter rapidly approaches. Species specifics: Dogwood – fading to maroon and brown with significant leaf loss Birch –…
Leaf Watch Report for November 11th, 2021
…date: 95% Leaf retention will likely be short-lived as winter rapidly approaches. Scenic drive: From I-75, take Hwy 136 to the top of Lookout Mountain. Continue on 136 to Cloudland…
A Look Back at GFC in 2021
…career ladders for employees. Undoubtedly, 2021 has brought its challenges, as the pandemic persisted in impacting our lives and our agency. Our heartfelt condolences are with all who lost a…
High Fire Danger Prompts Outdoor Burning Warnings this Weekend
…with recent rainfall, the ability to control open burning under these weather conditions will be difficult,” Sorrells said. “Resulting wildfires could spread rapidly and cause harm to people, damage to…
Wildfire Danger Elevated Across Georgia
…will cause wildfires to spread rapidly.” Sorrells said the GFC is closely monitoring conditions but warns that these conditions may actually get worse before they get better in the next…
Leaf Watch Report for October 12, 2022
…but beginning to show early signs of yellow, orange, and red. The different species of oaks should progress rapidly over the next several weeks. Species specifics: Maple – Yellow, orange,…
Leaf Watch Report for October 26th, 2022
…rapidly dropping leaves. Dogwoods have surpassed peak as reds have faded and leaves have fallen. 100% peak color change will likely be achieved by the end of the week. The…
STEM & Forestry
…utilize every component of the tree. Another rapidly growing area is using drones for land mapping, prescribed fires, fire suppression and detection, and much more. Of course, with the use…
