Burn Permits and Notifications
Under Senate Bill 119, GA code section 12-6-90 was changed to eliminate the need to notify the Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) by the person, firm, corporation, or association who intends…
Rural Fire Defense Program
GFC has operated a Rural Fire Defense (RFD) Lease Program since 1975. The program enables volunteer fire departments to respond more effectively to structural, forest, and grass fires. It also…
Smokey Bear
Smokey Bear programs are available by appointment to groups of 100 or more. Please be aware a Smokey Bear program can be canceled at a last minute notice due to…
Ask The Arborist
Sometimes, a simple question can be answered with a little background information. We invite you to review our various resources for a lot of helpful tips and best practices for…
Certified Tree Professionals
Tree care should always be provided by a certified arborist. Arborists are trained in the identification, diagnosis and care of trees. They understand how to provide proper tree care safely….
Care For Your Community’s Trees
Benefits of a thriving urban canopy: Increasing property value. The presence of larger street trees can add from 3% – 15% to home values. Increasing spending in business districts. Shoppers…
Community Tree Advocacy
Whether you’re looking to get involved with an existing organization or begin the process of starting your own, GFC is here to help. Start a Tree Board A tree board…
Storm Mitigation Planning
Planning Both communities and arborists need to plan ahead for storms. An effective storm plan will help to minimize a storm’s impacts on your community forest. GFC can help communities…
Making the Shade Program
Many elementary schools do not have enough trees on the school’s campus, especially in the playground area. Strategically planted trees provide many benefits. Trees keep children healthy by: Reducing surface…
Wildland Urban Interface (WUI)
The urbanization of the rural landscape has resulted in challenges for protecting not only natural resources, but also homes and people. Communities in the WUI are at risk of catastrophic…
