Wildfire Prevention
…tactics use of hand and mechanical tools, heavy equipment and much more Learn More About GFC Training Helpful Resources TitleDescriptionDocument Type Daily Fire Danger Rating Map Daily updates of fire…
Emergency Response
…Georgia Wildfire Activity GFC’s Georgia Wildfire Public Viewer provides an interactive map that pinpoints wildfire activity throughout the state. This tool is directly linked to GFC’s wildfire computer-aided dispatch system…
Local Forester Named GFC 2020 Forester of the Year
…star within the forestry community.” Martin’s assigned management counties are Early, Miller, Seminole, Decatur. Martin was recognized for completing 556 customer cases impacting 54,000 acres. He created eight detailed Forest…
GFC’s Stance on Burning during the COVID-19 Pandemic (4/9/2020)
…defined impact on COVID-19 transmission, complications or severity. We have been in ongoing communication on this issue with Georgia’s air quality regulators, the Environmental Protection Division of DNR, and with…
Rural Fire Defense Program
…user account, click on the desired auction site on follow the sites’ instructions. https://www.govdeals.com/ https://www.publicsurplus.com/ Helpful Resources TitleDescriptionDocument Type Cooperative Forestry Assistance Act Of 1978 PDF FFP Program Overview The…
Georgia Grown
…to aid agricultural economies by bringing together producers, processors, suppliers, distributors, retailers, agritourism and consumers in one powerful, statewide community. Georgia Grown is also a brand with deep roots in…
Appreciating “Good Fire” in the Forest
…of us to enjoy. Prescribed fire contributes to the sustainability of this amazing natural resource.” To learn more about prescribed fire and services of the Georgia Forestry Commission, visit GaTrees.org….
The Timber Harvest Notification Website is Live!
…frequent result. With leadership from the Georgia Forestry Association, Association County Commissioners of Georgia, Georgia Forestry Commission, timber harvesters, and forest industry partners, the group’s work resulted in House Bill…
History
…the State Forester from the Governor. There had been several State Foresters since 1936, and many felt the need for more stability. If you would like to know even more…
