Summer Camp Openings for Nature-Loving Middle Schoolers

…open until all slots are filled and more information can be found at www.BillyLancansterCamp.com. To learn more about forestry in Georgia and services of the Georgia Forestry Commission, visit GaTrees.org….

Environmental

…fact sheet to learn more. PDF Conserving Habitat for Georgia’s Wildlife Fact Sheet Georgia is one of the most biologically diverse states in the nation, and working forests play a…

GFC Seedling Sales Open!

The calendar may say summer, but we’re already thinking about the cool winter planting season ahead! Georgia Forestry Commission seedling sales begin today, July 1, so it’s time to peruse…

Local Forester Named GFC 2020 Forester of the Year

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NOVEMBER 2, 2020 The Georgia Forestry Commission has named Region 4 Field Forester Stephen Martin, as the agency’s 2020 Forester of the Year. The prestigious award is…

Fire Danger Rising – Public’s Help Needed

…before doing any type of outdoor burning. The Georgia Forestry Commission reports 577 wildfires in the past month, which burned some 3,500 acres, and 229 of those fires happened in…

Forest Water Quality Team Honored for Outstanding Achievements

…has communicated the importance of that connection to people in Georgia and across the entire Southeast.” For more information about programs and services of the Georgia Forestry Commission, visit GaTrees.org….

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…

Hurricane Cleanup Deadlines at Hand

…is June 30 for anyone with an FDMP contract to complete their authorized work,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Chuck Williams. “We expect a last-minute rush of completions and are…

Wildland Urban Interface (WUI)

…interface include: Wildfire Communities in the WUI are at risk of catastrophic wildfire and their presence disrupts the ecology. Water Quality Loss of tree cover in Georgia is affecting water…

2021 GA Stewardship Steering Committee Meeting

The GA Stewardship Steering Committee along with the Georgia Forestry Commission have a discussion about partnerships, legacy, and other topics related to #stewardship in #Georgia. #forestry #gatrees #education #prescribedfire #forest #legacy #partnerships