STEM & Forestry

…Project Learning Tree is one of our favorites that incorporates forestry and natural resources. It offers high-quality instructional materials and activities for all ages linked to national and state education…

Benefits of Outdoor Exercise

…you on track with your good health program, or at least inspires you to get outside and take a brisk walk after enjoying that piece of pumpkin pie! Exercise and…

Think Trees for the Holidays

…tree from one of the state’s many tree farms. The Georgia Forestry Commission maintains a list of growers throughout the state who can supply you and your family with a…

A Message from GFC Director Tim Lowrimore

…and reducing non-essential tasks and reporting. In August, we invested strategic resources to address one of our greatest challenges –the retention of wildland firefighters – by instituting a new six-year…

Pass the Tissue, it’s Pollen Time!

…allergies, your best time to enjoy outdoor activities is late afternoons or right after it rains. Did you know that not all pollen is yellow? The pine pollen we’re seeing…

A Note from GFC’s New Deputy Director

…The response I have received from the GFC family has been inspiring. For those I know and others I have recently spoken with, I appreciate the warm welcome and willingness…

North Georgia Burn Ban Beginning May 1 Boosts Air Quality

…video resources can be found at GaTrees.org/burn-permits-and-notifications/. “Humans are the number one cause of wildfires in Georgia,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Tim Lowrimore. “As outdoor recreation season begins, we…

Sung to the tune of “School’s Out for Summer!”

…worries, they have inside activities too! You can also find additional activities and walkthroughs on YouTube at PLT Videos. Other great resources include Georgia Public Broadcasting’s Virtual Learning Journey: Georgia’s…