GFC Leaf Watch: November 5, 2020 (final leaf watch post)
…a different set of opportunities. Scenic drive: For the next two weeks any drive to and through the towns and communities of north Georgia should provide some opportunities to see…
Educating future generation of decision-makers and others about the importance of our natural resources
…to conserve the earth’s natural resources and protect the environment. Lesson plans follow the 5E Model of Instruction, an approach to designing learning sequences and opportunities that allow students to…
A Look Back at GFC in 2021
…GFC Futures Taskforce report – This group of diverse employees was established to explore future opportunities for GFC to provide services, recruit employees and serve our customers well. Established new…
Georgia’s Conservation Woodland Program
…outreach opportunities about prescribed fire. Because urban areas throughout Georgia are always expanding and your property may be inside city limits, resources and a direct link to GFC’s Urban and…
STEM & Forestry
…offers various opportunities. Georgia’s educators and school systems work hard to incorporate STEM and STEAM into our youths’ learning pathways. STEM is incorporated through day-to-day lessons and activities in the…
Forestry Employees Honored for Outstanding Service to Georgia – Forest Management Team of the Year
…John Traylor. “Team leader Ryan Phillips is commended for working diligently to expand and capture cost-share opportunities,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Forest Management Chief Scott Griffin. “And all of these…
New School Year – New Tools to Learn About Natural Resources
…resources and protect the environment. Lesson plans follow the 5E Model of Instruction, an approach to designing learning sequences and opportunities that allow learners to engage, explore, explain, elaborate, and…
Forest Legacy & Conservation Easements
…areas that have multiple public benefits such as water quality protection, key fish and wildlife habitats, and outstanding recreation opportunities or scenic views, while providing the opportunity to continue traditional…
Kemp Leads Forest Field Day
…taking advantage of this learning opportunity on one of Georgia’s finest tree farms.” Georgia Tree Farm Program State Chair Jim McGurn kicked off the May 16 occasion. Georgia Governor Brian…
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…
