USDA’s Pandemic Assistance for Timber Harvesters and Haulers (PATHH) is now available from July 22, 2021 through October 15, 2021
…will receive an email containing information about joining the webinar. A recording of the webinar will be made available afterward at https://www.fsa.usda.gov/programs-and-services/outreach-and-education/webinars/index. Please share this announcement with all interested parties….
“Friends that travel together, stay together”: Hand Crews of the Georgia Forestry Commission
…the sides of mountains as tall as the eye can see, working hard, 12-14 hours a day. They carry fire gear on their backs and haul hand tools and chainsaws,…
Educating future generation of decision-makers and others about the importance of our natural resources
…a proud sponsor and administrator of Project Learning Tree (PLT) in Georgia. PLT is an award-winning environmental education program designed for teachers and other educators, parents, and community leaders working…
“Good Fires” Take Center Stage at Upcoming Virtual Meeting
…Tim Lowrimore. “I look forward to kicking off this meeting by sharing that strategy during this free, virtual event on September 30.” Key members of the planning team are the…
Leaf Watch Report October 7th, 2021
…fade from full green. Suggested NE scenic drive: Richard Russell Hwy maples, sourwood and blackgum are showing nice reds, and yellow poplars and birch are showing beautiful yellows. GA 180…
Leaf Watch Report October 13th, 2021
…loss for birches and poplars, placing them at their peak this week. Scenic northeast drive: The Richard B. Russell Scenic Highway and roads transecting northern-facing slopes, along with Hwy 180….
National Forest Products Week
…to look no further than our own homes, which contain dimensional lumber, Oriented Strand Board (OSB) panels, cabinets, and furniture to name a few. Also, everyday items, such as the…
2020 – Georgia Statewide Forest Resources Strategy
Georgia’s original Forest Action Plan was produced with contributions from many program leaders of the Georgia Forestry Commission, Georgia Department of Natural Resources and U.S. Forest Service. Content contributors included Dr. Jon Ambrose, Constance Buford, Joe Burgess, Scott Thackston, Devon Dartnell, David Dickinson, Frank Sorrells, Ken Parker, Gary White, Scott Griffin, Josh Love, Joan Scales, Jim Ozier, Dru Preston, Dick Rightmyer, Buford Sanders and Risher Willard. Liz Kramer, University of Georgia College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences contractor, conducted the GIS analyses. Final document design and production was accomplished by Wendy Burnett, Kassie Keck and Stasia Kelly. Development and publication of this document was assisted by a grant from the National Association of State Foresters.
Leaf Watch Report for November 11th, 2021
…are exhibiting the best views for color and Richard Russell Scenic Hwy is also still a good drive. ** NEW THIS WEEK: METRO ATLANTA AND OUTLYING COUNTIES: As winter progresses…
Why Choose a Live Christmas Tree?
…We look forward to spending time with family and friends. And besides the turkey or ham selection, preparations are made for Christmas. Tree selection is a vital part of Christmas…