Pass the Tissue, it’s Pollen Time!
…reach for the sunshine. For many people, however, it’s the most miserable time of year, when all the pollen, both visible and invisible, wreaks havoc on human bodies. Despite its…
New Year, New Purpose: How to Give Your Tree a Second Life
…services, drop-off locations, media promotion, and more. The Georgia Forestry Commission even provides complimentary tree seedlings for interested participants. Tens of thousands of dogwoods, red cedars, red maples, white oaks,…
Bloom-time BOLO for Invasive Weed in Georgia
…landowners at no cost. While most cogongrass outbreaks have been in the southwestern portions of the state, the noxious weed has been discovered in other locations throughout Georgia. It appears…
GFC Director Lowrimore Named One of Georgia’s 500 Most Influential Leaders
…protect our forests from catastrophic wildfires and insect and disease outbreaks.” Looking ahead, Lowrimore said he believes the future of forestry in Georgia is as bright as he’s ever seen….
Fire Risk Rising Rapidly with Onset of Cold Front
…call 1-800-GA-TREES (1-800-428-7337) and follow the prompts. If a wildfire breaks out, do not attempt to extinguish it. Wildfires spread surprisingly rapidly and can cause serious burn injuries or death…
Vigilance Urged as Insect-Attacks Emerge
…and control outbreaks. Now through fall is the time to inspect carefully and take action, if needed.” While Georgia has not experienced a severe outbreak in over a decade, in…
Pass the Tissue, it’s Pollen Time!
…miserable time of year, when all the pollen, both visible and invisible, wreaks havoc on human bodies. Despite its shady reputation with some, we’d be nowhere without pollen. Think birds…
Dreaming of a Green Christmas? Start by Recycling Your Tree
…interested participants. As a result, tens of thousands of dogwoods, red cedars, red maples, white oaks, and more have been planted by residents over the years. These resources, along with…
Fall Leaf Watch Kickoff
…of the oaks, such as scarlet or shumard, can also have great color. Blackgum expresses some very vivid color, and bald cypress provides unique texture as well as attractive color…
Careers
…in the suppression of wildfires Prepare reports, including measuring and computing acreage Assist landowners in control burns and plow pre-suppression breaks Use appropriate equipment including hand tools and bull dozers…
