Recognizing the Value of ‘Good Forest Fires’
…Natural Resources Chief of Wildlife Conservation Section Jon Ambrose. “Bobwhite quail, white-tailed deer, many songbirds, and the endangered red-cockaded woodpecker benefit from fire or are fire-dependent, along with our native…
Educating future generation of decision-makers and others about the importance of our natural resources
…speak to your students and share first-hand knowledge and experiences about their careers in forestry. If you’re seeking a deeper dive, we’ve got tools for that, too. The GFC is…
Leaf Watch Report for September 28th, 2022
…of September 28, no significant coloration has begun; deep greens are fading in over-story trees, which will soon expose the fall colors. Species specifics: Dogwood, sourwood, sumac, and black gum…
Georgia Marks National Forest Products Week October 17-23
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OCTOBER 18, 2022 What’s the natural resource that gives us the ability to breathe clean air, provides a place for deer to trot and trout to swim,…
Legislature Marks Forest Agency’s Centennial
…citizens who care deeply about trees and the many benefits they provide.” Georgia is known as the #1 forestry state in the nation for the value and variety of products…
Final Leaf Watch Report for November 2nd, 2022
…Maple – Red, yellow, and deep red. Oak – Yellow, red, and brown. Sassafras – Yellow and bright red. Hickory – Yellow. Estimated percentage change from green to date: 99.9%…
The Season for Giving Thanks
…mean to our team, to our families and to our state! Everything you do for Georgia, the #1 forestry state in the nation, is deeply appreciated. Wishing you and your…
How Fire Earns GOOD Marks in the Forest
…Many songbirds, white-tailed deer, and the endangered red cockaded woodpecker are fire-dependent species. Georgia’s native longleaf pine ecosystem is reliant on fire as well. Annually over one million acres of…
Here comes summer – your trees are getting thirsty!
…like to stay wet all the time, so deep watering ONCE weekly is usually adequate. Higher temperatures and sandier soils may dictate a twice-weekly regime. If two or more inches…
Learning to Lead: GFC Foresters Come Together for Leadership Conference in Helen, GA
…Mindset.” We also dug deep into our own personal values and beliefs, and how they can fuel our passions and purpose. It was very interesting to see how many of…
