Learning to Lead: GFC Foresters Come Together for Leadership Conference in Helen, GA
…signifies an individual who values loyalty and respect, and is dependable, loyal, and responsible. Blue is representative of empaths, who are driven by compassion, understanding, relationships and creativity. Orange exemplifies…
Market Bulletin
June 2023 – Fun Summer Kids Activities 12 easy outdoor activities GFC’s YouTube channel Project Learning Tree’s Family Activities PLT’s YouTube channel Georgia Public Broadcasting’s Virtual Learning Journey: Georgia’s Forests…
Mulch Appreciated! Mulch Obliged!
…important tool to employ – mulch. Mulch is organic material placed on the soil’s surface around trees and plants to enhance their growing conditions and help protect them during the…
Trees Across Georgia (TAG) Grant Program
…$50,000 in non-IRA Community Forestry Assistance funds which require a dollar for dollar match. These projects must be completed within a one-year timeframe. Eligible project categories: Urban Forestry Program Support…
North Georgia Outdoor Burn Ban Lifted
…through the end of September, the Georgia Environmental Protection Division mandates the restrictions to protect air quality from emissions that may increase ground-level ozone. While burning a pile of crispy…
GA Forestry Commission Set to Launch Leaf Watch 2023
…established nearly 20 years ago, as agency foresters and communicators fielded customer inquiries about the annual autumn leaf conditions. A system was established to collect information from knowledgeable GFC foresters…
Forest Agency Strengthens Regional Focus
…work together to protect and conserve our state’s rich forest resources, this new management team will be leading the way for healthy, sustainable forests that keep Georgia the #1 forestry…
New Year, New Purpose: How to Give Your Tree a Second Life
…aside items to donate. You might even get creative with an upcycling project or two. Have you ever thought about extending that same consideration to your Christmas tree? Over the…
Georgia Gets Growing with Tree-planting Grants
…These grants will help to protect and grow tree canopy where it is needed most in GA communities. These grant recipients are acting decisively to increase tree canopy for Georgians…
GFC’s Rural Fire Defense Program (RFD)
…off-pavement and used in more wooded areas. This equipment provides critical fire support, especially within the wildland urban interface, which is where forests intersect with communities. As of 2024, there…
