Cusseta Man Facing Charges of Serial Arson
…Clavier, a joint investigation by the Georgia Forestry Commission, Fort Benning Criminal Investigation Division and the Chattahoochee County Sherriff’s office led to Hudson’s arrest on March 27. If convicted, Hudson…
Think safety before starting a burn.
…in-person classes over the past year, we are in the early stages of planning certified burner classes at GFC offices in Macon and Waycross. Further details will be available on…
Crawford County Man Pleads Guilty to Setting Wildfires
…Enforcement Brian Clavier, “We are pleased that the District Attorney’s Office was able to work out this plea agreement and resolve this case. The Georgia Forestry Commission is grateful for…
Educating future generation of decision-makers and others about the importance of our natural resources
Written by Chelsea York | Education Conservation Coordinator Back-to-school time is well underway, and though the traditional school bus and in-class learning model has changed, the season still signifies a…
Fall Wildfire Danger on the Increase Across North Georgia
…fire danger or fire danger forecast is rated high – Class 4 or Class 5. Burners are always responsible for their fires and any damage that may result from them….
Natural Disaster Recovery
…damage. Follow their instructions to accurately file claims. Follow instructions of local, state and federal officials for your area prior to attempting to remove tree debris in your yard or…
Firefighting Training & Resources
…You MUST bring your certificates on the morning of the first of class. Failure to have your certificates on hand will result in you not being able to participate in…
Making the Shade Program
…responsibility for watering and mulching. Pre-planned classroom activities can also be coordinated around events such as Arbor Day. Apply to Making the Shade Program Making the Shade grant applications are…
Economic
…presence of larger trees in yards and as street trees can add from 3% to 15% to home values throughout neighborhoods. Shoppers claim that they will spend 9% to 12%…
Landowner Resources
…Credit Replant and Restoration Guideline Tax credits can only be claimed in the taxable year in which the taxpayer first completes: 1. Replanting of timber and/or 2. Restoration of timber…
