Arson Investigations

…arsonists include: Arson in the Third Degree – Prison sentence of 1 – 5 years Arson in the Second Degree (> 5 acres burned) – Maximum prison sentence of 10…

Law Enforcement

GFC investigators are specially trained to conduct investigations of forestry-related crimes. Timber security laws have been amended and updated over time, and in 2014, GFC investigators were authorized by House…

GFC Centennial

…threat to forest sustainability. Through ongoing assessment and reporting protocols, the GFC addresses individual challenges with detailed strategies. Every day, science guides dedicated GFC professionals who recognize their responsibility to…

GFC Seeking Director/State Forester

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…development and management; Emphasis will be placed on candidates who hold a Bachelor of Science degree in forestry or who have significant experience in forest management; and Candidates with relevant…

Christmas Tree Vendor Directory

…Closed Thu: 1PM-6PM Fri: 9AM-6PM Sat: 9AM-6PM Sun: 1PM-6PM Springhill Christmas Tree Farm Dan Provence 795 Woodhull Road Bainbridge, GA, 39819 Phone: 229-400-0329 County: Decatur 7 miles South of Bainbridge…

Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA) in Georgia

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…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…

Meet GFC’s Director: Tim Lowrimore

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…into my new role is a lot like “coming home” for me. I served the GFC as a field forester many years ago, after graduating from the University of Georgia…

Green Infrastructure Resources

…USDA Forest Service’s National Urban Forest Technology and Science delivery Team that focuses on the effects of trees on urban stormwater runoff. It provides a synthesis of the science around…