Carefully Planned “Good Fires” Prevent Bad Ones
…to register and attend a meeting scheduled on June 4, 2020, in Jasper, Ga., that will encourage the exchange of information, techniques, and experience among practitioners. “The controlled use of…
Free Prescribed Fire Class for Select Applicants
…the regular registration rate of $110. To register, contact Cole Posey: cposey@southernregional.edu; 229-217-4257. For more information about prescribed fire, its benefits, and services of the Georgia Forestry Commission, visit GaTrees.org….
Cusseta Man Facing Charges of Serial Arson
…could be sentenced to 10 years in prison. Clavier said the investigation is ongoing and more charges are likely. Hudson has been released on bond. For more information about timber…
Annual Northern Georgia Burn Ban Begins May 1
…at GaTrees.org, by calling 1-877-OK2-BURN or contacting their county GFC office. For more information about the summer burn ban and services of the Georgia Forestry Commission, visit GaTrees.org and https://epd.georgia.gov/air/summer-open-burning-ban….
Forestry Education Tools at Hand Through New Websites
…ages that can be easily incorporated into existing curriculum or used in informal settings are available at georigiaplt.org. Diverse age- and grade-appropriate subjects include southern and world forests, energy, biodiversity,…
Kemp Leads Forest Field Day
…Forestry Initiative, which provides established mechanisms for third-party verification of sustainable forest management. Georgia Tree Farm representatives shared information at the field day about the national effort underway to increase…
Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB)
The mission of GPB is to create, produce and distribute high quality programs and services that educate, inform and entertain our audiences and enrich the quality of their lives.
2019 Best Management Practices – BMPs
Information for landowners, foresters, timber buyers, loggers, site preparation and reforestation contractors, and others involved with silvicultural operations about common-sense, economical and effective practices to minimize non-point source pollution (soil erosion and stream sedimentation) and thermal pollution. These minimum practices are called BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES and are commonly referred to as BMPs.
Arbor Day Celebrated Across Georgia in February
…supplying the state with clean water, clean air, wildlife habitat and recreation opportunities. For information about Arbor Day events, planting trees, and services of the Georgia Forestry Commission, visit GaTrees.org….
3. Community Tree Planting and Establishment Guidelines
This Document is intended to aid homeowners and local government staff in planting and directing the establishment and maintenance of community trees.
