UNG Ecological Protection Lab
The University of North Georgia (UNG) Ecological Protection Lab (formerly the Beetle Lab) has led in regional efforts to protect the Eastern Hemlock from the invasive Wooly Adelgid by initiating biological control efforts through the rearing and release of predatory beetles to reduce adelgid numbers and impacts.
Community Tree Advocacy
…a tree board, here are some helpful resources: Sample Job Description Sample Meeting Agenda Tree Board University Participate in a Tree Advocacy Groups Tree advocacy groups are community groups focused…
Georgia Invasive Species Task Force
The Georgia Invasive Species Task Force is comprised of the Georgia Department of Agriculture, the Georgia Forestry Commission, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, and the University of Georgia. For more than 15 years, members of this group have worked cooperatively together in invasive species detection, education, and control.
Quantifying the Value of Non-Timber Ecosystem Services from Georgia’s Private Forests
2011 study led by Dr. Rebecca Moore at the University of Georgia’s Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources quantifying the value of non-timber ecosystem services from Georgia’s private forests.
Georgia State Board of Registration for Foresters
Overview information about the Georgia State Board of Registration for Foresters.
Map of 28 Counties Declared Under State of Emergency
View GA Map of counties declared under State of Emergency EO under Hurricane Michael.
Other Careers in Georgia State Government
A resource for employment opportunities in Georgia State government (outside of GFC).
Georgia State Board of Registration for Foresters
The Georgia General Assembly created the Georgia State Board of Registration for Foresters in 1951 for the purpose of protecting the public health, safety, and welfare by regulating those who engage in the practice of professional forestry.
Hurricane Michael – Map of 28 GA Counties in declared state of emergency
Map of counties declared to be in a state of emergency following Hurricane Michael.
Georgia Marks National Forest Products Week October 17-23
…acres of commercially available timberland produces 217 product types through 194 mills across the state. The forest industry has an overall $39.1 billion impact on the state’s economy, is the…