Forest Management & Conservation
…while focusing on the goals of the landowner. The plan will document the unique characteristics of your land, such as: forest types and condition soil types topography sensitive areas that…
Forest Biomass
…for bioenergy combustion systems. Use of these materials also prevent their disposal in landfills. Care should be taken to ensure that wood treated with chemicals and hazardous materials are not…
Timber Products
Here are some interesting facts about some of the many products that come from Georgia’s trees: Timber Products Pulpwood for paper, saw timber lumber, poles, and veneer logs are valuable…
Debris Burning Safe Practices – English
Best practices to prevent injury and damage when burning
Debris Burning Safe Practices – Español
Mejores prácticas para evitar lesiones y daños al quemar
Prescribed Fire in Georgia – A Strategic Plan 2008-2020
Helpful resource for detailed information on prescribed burning
Smoke Management Plan
Georgia’s basic procedures and requirements for managing smoke from prescribed burns
Introduction to Prescribed Fire in Southern Ecosystems
Helpful resource for managers to plan and execute prescribed burns in Southern forests and grasslands
Prescribed Burn Plan – 2021 Update
A resource for all GFC personnel when conducting prescribed burn assistance for landowners and when conducting prescribed burning on GFC owned lands
Prescribed Burning Brochure
Overview of best practices for preparing a prescribed burn plan