What I Did On My Summer Vacation…
…seriously sophisticated equipment. Aside from the forestry management and wood/paper production side of things, we learned that this industry employs so many individuals and families with all levels of education….
BILLY LANCASTER SUMMER YOUTH CAMP
…an absolute blast, igniting an explosion of creativity and excitement among campers. Armed with nothing but cardboard, tape, and their imaginations, campers transform simple materials into innovative and hilariously quirky…
Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA) in Georgia
…of Georgia, the University of North Georgia, Young Harris College and (previously) Clemson University in the rearing and releasing of predator beetles in HWA infested areas. To date, we have…
Forest Health
…ash trees as part of the natural nutrient recycling process, emerald ash borers kill vigorously growing and weakened ash trees. Since its detection in Michigan in the early 2000s, emerald…
Timber Sales & Harvest Advice
Getting Started To request a site visit and find out more about timber sales, contact your local GFC forester. We recommend that you engage the services of a consulting forester…
State Managed Forests
…include: total timber harvests selection harvests tree planting natural reforestation methods prescribed burning These activities are scheduled to simultaneously produce renewable wood products, increase the quality of habitat for several…
Carbon Sequestration
…of exotic species and non-stocked stands (previously forested land that has yet to be replanted or produce substantial natural vegetation). PDF American Carbon Registry The American Carbon Registry (ACR), a…
Firefighting Training & Resources
…private sector – work together seamlessly to prevent, protect against, mitigate, respond to, and recover from the effects of incidents. The course provides learners with a basic understanding of NIMS…
Forestry Continues to Boost State’s Economy
…Commission Director Chuck Williams. “The number of jobs and compensation are up, dollars brought into the state are up, and tax revenue generated for the state was $970 million. Simultaneously,…
