Tree Plantings Highlight Georgia’s Arbor Day in February

…holiday because February is inside the state’s ideal planting window. “Trees are nature’s greatest multi-tasker,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Tim Lowrimore. “Not only do they give us clean water…

Georgia Gets Growing with Tree-planting Grants

…with trees. A complete list of projects and their locations can be found here: https://gatrees.org/urban-community-forestry/trees-across-georgia-tag-grant-program. For more information about tree planting and services of the Georgia Forestry Commission, visit gatrees.org….

#SpringIntoAction with GFC!

Commission), twitter (@gatrees) and Instagram (gatrees) pages. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday for a while, we’ll post a theme to inspire you. Then you and your kids and all your…

Forest Agency Strengthens Regional Focus

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DECEMBER 7, 2023 The Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) has named five employees to its new team of Region Managers, who will lead the agency’s efforts to serve…

North Georgia Fire Linked to Arson

…the increase in recent days. Georgia Forestry Commission investigators determined one fire in Walker County was deliberately set, as GFC rangers continue to respond to other fires in the area….

Danville Man Named GA Forester of the Year

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JANUARY 10, 2023 The Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) has named Danville, GA. resident Gabe Outlaw its 2022 Forester of the Year. The honor is given annually to…

A Message from GFC Director Tim Lowrimore

…at 2022 and preparing for new initiatives that will deliver value to Georgia and its forestry community. 2022 has been an incredible year at the Georgia Forestry Commission! We have…