Georgia Tree Council
Tree advocacy group who works to sustain Georgia’s green legacy by partnering with individuals, organizations, and communities in raising awareness toward improving and maintaining Georgia’s community forests.
Georgia to Celebrate Trees’ Many Benefits on Arbor Day
…middle of our planting season,” said Chuck Williams, Director of the Georgia Forestry Commission. “Whether you’re adding trees to your yard, a city park, or any other landscape, you’re doing…
Learn, Plan, Act
A Common Goal – Better Land Management The two organizations joined together to create this initiative because 89 percent of the south’s woodlands are privately owned, but only a small…
Forest Certification Programs
…sustainable wood sourcing. Trends toward a higher demand for certified wood products could result in competition and higher prices for the certified timber. Helpful Resources TitleDescriptionDocument Type Comparing Certification Standards…
Fire Weather
…linked to GFC’s wildfire computer-aided dispatch system and software called FiResponse. It offers current information about Georgia’s reported and active wildfires. Details include: fire location whether a fire is active,…
Forest Inventory Analysis
…to make decisions on development, commerce, wildlife and much more. Nationally, collected data is electronically compiled and forwarded to the U.S. Forest Service FIA program office in Knoxville, Tennessee. Based…
Forest Certification
There are several benefits to pursing certification, including: Some Georgia forest product companies show a preference for purchasing certified timber. Regions with more certified forestland attract new industries that require…
Project Learning Tree
Project Learning Tree is committed to creating a future where the next generation values the natural world and has the knowledge and skills necessary to make informed decisions and take…
Prescribed Burning Management
Assistance with prescribed burning, including firebreak installation, burn plan development and assistance carrying out a burn.
Prescribed Burning
Assistance with prescribed burning, including firebreak installation, burn plan development and assistance carrying out a burn
