Wildfire Risk High as July Fourth Holiday Approaches

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…build throughout Georgia, the Georgia Forestry Commission is reminding residents about the increasing risk of wildfire. “We need everybody’s help in keeping our communities and our forestlands safe,” said Georgia…

Leaf Watch Report for September 28th, 2022

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…was enhanced by wildflowers that are in full bloom, like goldenrod, ironweed, and several native sunflowers. Many of the corn fields are currently being combined, adding to the fall feel….

Mulch Appreciated! Mulch Obliged!

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…hottest months (as well as the coldest, wettest and driest.) Mulch helps maintain soil temperature and moisture, reduce water loss from soil, reduce weed competition, improve soil structure, and give…

Certified Burner Reciprocal Agreement

…Virginia are eligible to submit the reciprocal agreement. How to Apply: Click here to download the affidavit. The affidavit will need to be filled out and notarized before it is…

Wildfire Risk Reduction Qualification (WRRQ) in Georgia

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Wildfire Risk Reduction Qualification (WRRQ) in Georgia By: Seth Hawkins Often we think about wildfires around homes as some distant issue affecting unknown forests and communities out west. It’s important,…

PLT and Me!

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…research-based information by assessing and identifying local needs. Having a personal interest in environment-related topics and wanting to expose the youth in my community to natural resource education, I completed…

WILDFIRE RISK HIGH AS JULY FOURTH HOLIDAY APPROACHES

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…still need everybody’s help in keeping our communities and our forestlands safe,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Chief of Protection Thomas Barrett. “As you plan outdoor activities, remember that any kind…

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