GFC Mourns Loss of Forestry Employee

…family as well.” Daniel worked at GFC’s Johnson/Washington County Forestry Unit. An internal review surrounding this incident is underway and employee assistance is being provided by our Human Resources Department….

The GFC Seedling Store is Open for Business!!

…The term “southern yellow pine” refers primarily to longleaf, shortleaf, slash, and loblolly pine trees. The GFC’s Flint River Nursery grows improved selections of loblolly, slash, and shortleaf pines. High…

Teacher Conservation Workshop gets an A+

…other teachers and me into best practices for forestry and land management in Georgia. Sponsored by the Georgia Forestry Commission and Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resource Division the experience…

Plan Now, Dodge Bullets Later!

September is National Preparedness Month, held annually since 2004. The observance was started as a project of the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Department of Homeland Security as a…

Fire Risk Rising Rapidly with Onset of Cold Front

…expected to last through Monday in most locations. Wildfires should be reported immediately to 911, local fire departments, or the GFC by calling your local GFC office. You may also…

Pardon Our Smoke

…threatened and endangered plants or animals who are dependent on post-fire conditions, opening up feeding areas for wildlife, improving timber production, and burning off ground fuels to reduce the risk…

SOUTHWEST GEORGIA FORESTERS #1 FOR AREA FIRE PROTECTION

…close to 4,000 prescribed-burn hours and served on eight out-of- state deployments in support of wildfire suppression. The Area 9 team serves the following counties: Baker, Mitchell, Berrien, Colquitt, Brooks,…

WILDFIRE RISK HIGH AS JULY FOURTH HOLIDAY APPROACHES

…unpredictability. County officials and fire departments are good sources of information for local rules. Ensure fireworks are handled only by responsible adults who understand the risks and proper usage techniques….