Rural Fire Defense Program
GFC has operated a Rural Fire Defense (RFD) Lease Program since 1975. The program enables volunteer fire departments to respond more effectively to structural, forest, and grass fires. It also…
Forest Health
…species of pines including several of our native species. In Georgia, all species of pines could be impacted including several of tremendous commercial importance: loblolly, shortleaf, and slash. Trapping surveys…
Social & Cultural
…outdoor spaces with natural landscapes than in comparable plant-less spaces. Individuals and groups within communities with strong social cohesion and social capital experience many positive benefits. Helpful Resources Review studies,…
Community Wildfire Protection Plan
A CWPP provides a community with a road map to reduce wildfire risks. The plan identifies strategic sites and methods for risk reduction and structural protection projects across jurisdictional boundaries….
Longleaf Restoration
…three years) Completion of practices Compliance with highly erodible land and wetland requirements Benefits: High cost share rate- 75% of state averages Technical assistance in developing plan for implementation of…
Ask The Arborist
…Forestry Commission, and while our community foresters are International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborists, their expertise mainly pertains to trees commonly found in Georgia. Note: GFC email serves cannot accept…
Community Forestry Assistance
…forestry programs, and promote the care of trees in communities throughout Georgia with emphasis on disadvantaged communities. In partnership with the Georgia Tree Council, the Georgia ReLeaf grant program offers…
Educator Resources
…evidence concerning city trees, and transportation safety. External Website Green Cities: Social & Cultural Strengths Urban green spaces can provide a neutral space within which people come together, social interactions…
Trees Across Georgia (TAG) Grant Program
…promote the care of trees in communities throughout Georgia with emphasis on disadvantaged communities. The USDA Forest Service, authorized by the Inflation Reduction Act and the Community Forestry Assistance Act…
Community Resources
…owners and nonprofit organizations. Page on GFC Website Community Forestry Friend Program Application The Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) is rewarding communities and campuses implementing exemplary urban forestry programs with a…
