Learning is for Everyone

Commission wants to be a part of your school year as well, and develop roots that create a great foundation for forestry education in Georgia. Every Georgian is a potential…

Caring for Trees in Summer

Keeping trees healthy is a year ’round responsibility. Whether your focus is on the back yard or the “back 40,” the Georgia Forestry Commission has a wealth of resources to…

5. How to Plant Trees – A Homeowner’s Guide

“How do I plant a tree?” This is a common question, and tree planting and establishment guidelines have changed considerably over the past 20 years. Learning how to plant a tree and following proper practices when planting trees can lead to long term benefits from well established plants.

Urban Forest Strike Team

This video outlines the work of GFC’s Urban Forest Strike Team, which helps communities deal with the aftermath of severe storms.

Hurricane Michael Recovery Assistance

…programs. Only online applications will be accepted. All applications must be completed and submitted by April 8, 2020. External Website Hurricane Michael – Farm Recovery Block Grants – Press Release…

Arson Investigations

The Georgia General Assembly passed a law giving GFC the authority to enforce the fire laws of the state nearly 100 years ago. To combat arson and enforce Georgia’s forestry…

Digital Media Toolkit

TitleDescriptionDocument Type Branding Guidelines A PDF featuring a breakdown of GFC’s branding guidelines. PDF GFC Logo Black & White Transparent PNG of the GFC logo in black and white. GFC…

Smokey Bear

…a fire prevention message; Wildfire prevention is Smokey’s ONLY message. Smokey Bear cannot promote or endorse a commercial product or a private business. Smokey’s image is friendly and dignified; Smokey…