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…
High-flying Tools for Fire – and More!
…tool we are strategically moving forward with is UAS – Unmanned Aerial Systems. More commonly known as drones, they provide a unique opportunity to complete certain tasks more efficiently and…
The GFC Seedling Store is Open for Business!!
…Branch, Georgia. Husks, wings, and debris are removed and damaged or unhealthy seeds are discarded. The now-open seedling store will be in operation until inventory is depleted. Deliveries begin the…
North Georgia Fire Linked to Arson
…should contact the GFC at 1-800-GA-TREES (428-7337). For information about wildfire safety and fire risks in your county, go to GaTrees.org or call the local GFC office. # # #…
SMOKEY BEAR & KEVIN BACON SAY “PLAY IT SAFE” WITH WILDFIRES
…by the USDA Forest Service (USFS). The Community Wildfire Defense Grant (CWDG) program assists at-risk communities with planning for and lowering wildfire risks on state, tribal, and privately managed lands….
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….
THE GFC SEEDLING STORE IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS!
…Georgia. Husks, wings, and debris are removed and damaged or unhealthy seeds are discarded. The now-open seedling store will be in operation until inventory is depleted. Deliveries begin the first…
Social & Cultural
…Work & Learning Places that incorporate or are located near nature can help remedy mental fatigue and restore one’s ability to focus on tasks. The result can be better performance…
Tree Seedlings
…are grown from seed adapted to Georgia’s unique climate and soils. We process our seeds at our seed conditioning plant in Dry Branch, Georgia. Husks, wings and debris are removed…
Reforestation
…plant in Dry Branch, Georgia. Husks, wings and debris are removed and damaged or unhealthy seeds are discarded. Seeds are then dried for storage or prepared for immediate planting. We…
