Leaf Watch Report for October 27th, 2021
…all aspects. Roadsides leading to the mountains have taken on good coloration from sassafras, sourwood, birches, sumac, and some remaining dogwoods. NE Species specifics: Dogwood – Burgundy in lower elevations…
Georgia’s Conservation Woodland Program
…what is growing on your land and how best to manage it. One of the most enjoyable aspects of owning land is the ability to create habitat for wildlife and…
Certified Tree Professionals
Tree care should always be provided by a certified arborist. Arborists are trained in the identification, diagnosis and care of trees. They understand how to provide proper tree care safely….
Resources
…that may have similar operational aspects. Water Quality External Website Recommended Community Tree Ordinance Tree Conservation Standards Download guide for recommended conservation standards, tree care and maintenance practices, recommendations for…
Fire Prevention & Suppression
Under Senate Bill 119, Georgia code section 12-6-90 was changed to eliminate the notification requirement to the GFC of one’s intention to burn hand-piled natural debris. The law supports Georgians’…
Forest Legacy & Conservation Easements
…forest uses such as timber harvesting and wildlife management. Important aspects of the program include: Landowners may continue to own their land or sell it to someone who wants undeveloped…
Water Quality & BMPs
…swamps and other land uses that may have similar operational aspects. External Website Ongoing Silviculture In Bottomland Hardwoods PDF Learn, Plan, Act GFC and the Southern Group of State Foresters…
Fire Weather
Monitor Wildfire Conditions The GFC Fire Weather System provides area fire weather forecasts. The state is divided into ten forecast areas to provide the most accurate local information. View Fire…
Pre-Suppression Firebreaks
Firebreaks are areas that are cleaned of fuels and reduced to mineral soil. They are created by using special equipment and hand tools to form trenches or harrows. GFC recommends…
Firefighting Training & Resources
…& Field Exercise The Georgia Forestry Commission is the “Authority Having Jurisdiction” for wildland fire certification in the state of Georgia. Trainees completing all aspects of this course receive a…
