Campaign Shares Health Benefits of Trees
…between trees and health can impact so many aspects of our lives,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Chuck Williams. “There are real physical, mental and healing benefits provided by tree…
GFC and COVID-19 – 5/27/20 Update
* Georgia law no longer requires notification to the Georgia Forestry Commission by people planning to burn yard debris. Charges may apply if wildfire results from escaped burning and evidence…
Summer Camp Openings for Nature-Loving Middle Schoolers
…Forestry Youth Camp for rising seventh and eighth-graders will be held July 10-14 at the FFA/Family Career and Community Leaders of America facility on Lake Jackson, south of Covington, Ga….
What I Did On My Summer Vacation…
…the workshop with the community that I serve. With my arsenal of games, activities, and investigations from the Project Wet, Wild, and Learning Tree teaching guides, I know I will….
South Georgia Landscape Restoration Cost Share Project
This cost share program is focused on promoting understory and mid-story management throughout South Georgia that will be ecologically beneficial and reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfires. It will be…
A Note from GFC’s New Deputy Director
…are priorities that allow us to be successful. In time, I believe you will come to find that I put my effort into serving you, so that you can better…
Annual Northern Georgia Burn Ban Begins May 1
* Georgia law no longer requires notification to the Georgia Forestry Commission by people planning to burn yard debris. Charges may apply if wildfire results from escaped burning and evidence…
Legislature Marks Forest Agency’s Centennial
…GFC’s history, its achievements and its people will be showcased through the agency’s social media channels. Learn more about the Georgia Forestry Commission, its services and its centennial at GaTrees.org….
Think Trees for the Holidays
…you understand the programs and practices that will enhance your forested land. From your fellow Georgians and friends at the Georgia Forestry Commission, Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Written by…
Vigilance Urged as Insect-Attacks Emerge
…prevent overcrowding and stress in the stands.” The Georgia Forestry Commission will continue to monitor locations of beetle spots throughout the year. All reported beetle activity will be surveyed and…
