Safety Reminders for Storm Debris Burning
…burns. To accommodate residents’ needs, the Georgia Environmental Protection Division has extended the traditional beginning of its summer burn ban in Troup County. The annual burn ban will, instead, begin…
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…
GA Forestry Commission Set to Launch Leaf Watch 2023
…2023, reports about leaf changes and optimal places to view them will begin on the GFC public website at GaTrees.org. The weekly updates will also air on partner media outlets…
Wildfire Risk Reduction Qualification (WRRQ) in Georgia
…Risk Reduction Qualification (WRRQ), is being brought to Georgia. A cadre of GFC staff specializing in arboriculture and wildfire risk mitigation have plans to begin providing this training to arborists…
PLT and Me!
…level. Even during the workshops, they begin to brainstorm ideas and suggestions for implementing the activities they just sampled, or see how they can better teach an educational standard or…
Timber Buyers Directory
…Inc Keith R. Smith Title: CFO Rome, GA 30165 Phone 1: Phone 2: Fax: krloggin@aol.com Smith Timber Inc Wayne H. Smith Title: Owner Douglas, GA 31535 Phone 1: 912-384-1489 Phone…
Reforestation
Our Nursery and Seed Orchards All seedlings sold through GFC nurseries are grown from seed adapted to Georgia’s unique climate and soils. We process our seeds at our seed conditioning…
Burn Permits and Notifications
…May 1, an outdoor burn ban will begin in 54 Georgia counties, primarily in the northern half of the state. Affected residents are asked to refrain from burning yard and…
Community Forestry Assistance
With funding provided by the US Forest Service, GFC assists communities with: Tree board development Tree ordinance revision Becoming a Tree City USA, Tree Campus USA, or Tree Line USA…
Community Tree Advocacy
Whether you’re looking to get involved with an existing organization or begin the process of starting your own, GFC is here to help. Start a Tree Board A tree board…
