New Website Improves the Timber Harvest Notification Process in Georgia

…at https://gatrees.org/forest-management-conservation/timber-harvest-notifications/. “This is a win-win across the board,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Tim Lowrimore. “All the major stakeholders were at the design table and what’s being rolled out…

GFC Launches Certified Burners’ Online Permit System

…said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Tim Lowrimore. “Certified burners now have all the necessary planning tools at their fingertips, including up-to-date weather information and smoke-modeling maps. The GFC can analyze…

Area Forestry Employees Earn 2021 Performance Awards

…normal,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Tim Lowrimore. “Despite the challenges of COVID-19, vacancies, and restrictions, this team earned impeccable marks across the board and is most deserving of this…

Local Forestry Employees Earn 2021 Performance Award

…“Under the direction of Chief Chad Brackin, employees in the Early/Miller Unit demonstrated remarkable accomplishments during a time when normal operations were anything but normal,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director

Local Forestry Employees Earn 2021 Performance Award

…Georgia Forestry Commission Director Tim Lowrimore. “Despite the challenges of COVID-19, vacancies, and restrictions, this team earned impeccable marks across the board and is most deserving of this recognition.” Employees…

COGONGRASS: IF YOU SEE IT, REPORT IT!

Written by Lynne Womack, Forest Health Coordinator As the weather warms up and we all start to get out and about more, the signs of spring are all around us….

Prevention Tactics Shared as Fire Danger Rises

…wildfires. “We want to make sure everyone is aware of the possibility that one stray spark can lead to devastating consequences,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Tim Lowrimore. “Our fire…

Bloom-time BOLO for Invasive Weed in Georgia

…on the lookout,” for an invasive weed disguised as an attractive, wispy grass that’s especially visible in April. “Cogongrass is classified as one of the 10 worst weeds in the…

North Georgia Burn Ban Boosts Air Quality

…These conditions have been linked to lung and heart disease in humans. “These restrictions are required by the state Environmental Protection Division so less particulate matter is released into the…