Firewise USA® Program
…Porterdale R-Ranch Lumpkin County Dahlonega Ray City Berrien County Ray City Ridgeview Mountain POA Towns County Young Harris River’s Edge Gilmer County Ellijay Riverstone Heights Towns County Hiawassee Riverwalk on…
Smokey Bear
…by a uniformed escort. Smokey Bear appearances are limited to 10 – 20 minute segments; During hot weather, segments may be shorter. Smokey will not be allowed to walk extensively….
Health & Recreational
…urban forests, parks and greenspaces have become increasingly popular as places to walk, run, bike and hike. Green spaces provide necessary places and opportunities for physical activity. Exercise improves cognitive…
Chattahoochee Fall Line Prescribed Fire Cooperative
…followed by a tram ride or short walk to watch a live prescribed fire. Last is the LFT program this is a small-scale event would be considered a blend of…
“We follow in the footsteps of great aviators…”: GFC Air Ops Unit in History
…that. People call me “sir,” and my knees hurt when I walk. Despite my shock that time has not stood still for me, I am very proud to have developed…
About
Our headquarters is in Dry Branch, Georgia. We also have district and county offices throughout the state. The director of the GFC is known as the state forester. GFC provides…
Resources
Search by Keyword or Filter by Topic Click here to filter by topic… 2023 Leaf Watch ReportsGFC Media ToolkitTAG Grant Program ResourcesGFC Leaf Watch Reports Archive — 2021 Leaf Watch…
Fire Prevention & Suppression
Under Senate Bill 119, Georgia code section 12-6-90 was changed to eliminate the notification requirement to the GFC of one’s intention to burn hand-piled natural debris. The law supports Georgians’…
Learn & Explore
Trees give oxygen, absorb carbon dioxide and trap lung-damaging dust, ash, pollen and smoke. They prevent soil erosion, provide shade and reduce temperatures in urban areas. Around homes, trees increase…
