SOPERTON NATIVE NAMED STATE FIRE PROTECTION CHIEF
…his familial ties to the GFC inspired his passion for the profession. Barrett pursued his education at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College and the University of Georgia, where he earned a…
SAF Certification Recognizes Urban Foresters – Seth Hawkins
…degree in forestry from the University of Georgia in 2014 and joined the Georgia Forestry Commission in 2015. The Society of American Foresters is a professional organization dedicated to advancing…
Gary White Named GFC Interim Director
…of 2020. Gary White graduated from West Virginia University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Forest Management. After serving with the Peace Corps in Durking Faso, he returned to…
My Internship Experience Working with GFC State Lands
…sticky traps for signs of emerald ash borer (EAB) in several counties, including Hall County. There, we determined EAB was positive. I also did some GPS work to better lay…
Summer Camp Openings for Nature-Loving Middle Schoolers
…Forestry Association, Forest Resource Consultants, University of Georgia, WestRock, Rayonier, and American Tree Farm System. Campers stay in cabins with other participants under the supervision of counselors. Meals are taken…
Leaf Watch Report for October 20th, 2022
…hickory, and poplar are starting to shed leaves and showing faint shades of yellow and brown. Dogwood appears to be the first species to offer the most significant color changes…
Landowner Resources
…Español Mejores prácticas para evitar lesiones y daños al quemar PDF Disaster Resource Center The USDA Disaster Resource Center offers information about specific disasters and emergencies, how to prepare, recover,…
Law Enforcement Warns About Fake Burn Permitting Scam
…burn permit may need to be obtained from local county or city officials/offices, based on local ordinances. “Law Enforcement has informed us that a rogue website is offering nationwide burn…
GFC Seedling Sales Open!
…sell out early, however, so it’s wise to get a jump start now. Once again, the Georgia Forestry Commission is offering genetically improved loblolly, slash and shortleaf pine seedlings. If…
Forest Access Road and Firebreak Restoration Project: Hurricane Michael Relief Package
…USDA is here to help you prepare, recover, and build long-term resilience to natural disasters. External Website Disaster Resource Center The USDA Disaster Resource Center offers information about specific disasters…
