GFC U&CF Technical Assistance Program
…Does your city have a tree inventory? When was it collected, and for which areas? (entire city, neighborhood) Does your city have an urban forest management plan or forest master…
A Note from GFC’s New Deputy Director
…and the Florida Forest Service. I would not be the person I am today if it were not for the support I received from our neighbors to the south. Throughout…
GFC Intern Spotlight: Jackson Wright – Learning About GFC State Lands
…broad range of projects, from Good Neighbor Authority sales with the US Forest Service, and timber sale services for other state agencies like GDOT or USG, to land management activities…
Understanding Georgia’s Outdoor Burning Laws
…zones and neighborhoods. Many complaints are received when the smoke settles. It also may reduce visibility on roads for the traveling public and cause motor vehicle accidents and injuries. Burning…
Urban & Community Forestry
Healthy community and urban forests are integral to the lives of all Georgians. The Georgia Forestry Commission’s urban and community foresters help protect and promote Georgia’s urban forests by: Providing…
Forest Health
…found in Georgia, it has been found in neighboring South Carolina. Early detection of this insect is imperative because eradication of the species is possible with early detection. Moving Firewood…
Wildfire Prevention
…teaches people how to adapt to living with wildfire and encourages neighbors to work together to prevent losses External Website Georgia State Wildfires 2012 to Present View interactive map of…
Firewise USA® Program
In 1985, after the loss of over 1,400 homes in Florida and California fires, the U.S. Forest Service and the NFPA met, and the concept known as the wildland urban…
Smokey Bear
Smokey Bear programs are available by appointment to groups of 100 or more. Please be aware a Smokey Bear program can be canceled at a last minute notice due to…
Care For Your Trees
Are my trees healthy? To keep access and track tree health, homeowners should keep a photo log of their trees and conduct periodic self-surveys. Make a note of: the location…
