Firewise USA® Program

…Dillard Rabun County Dillard Dolphin Island Preservation Liberty County Midway Double Knob Gilmer County Ellijay Double Springs Settlement Union County Young Harris Fargo Clinch County Fargo FFA-FCCLA Center Newton County…

Making the Shade Program

…school officials, the parent-teacher organization, a local tree board/ nonprofit, a volunteer landscape architect, a local nursery, and/or a corporate sponsor are strongly encouraged. At the time of grant award,

A Look Back at GFC in 2021

…stakeholders and all of our supporters. Thank you for all you’ve done for our agency over the past 12 months. You have helped the Georgia Forestry Commission move forward with…

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

Emerald Ash Borer (EAB)

…its entirety. Following an open comment period, on May 19, GFC’s Board approved this repeal and removal of the statewide EAB quarantine. On May 26, 2021, the Georgia Secretary of…

Christmas Tree Vendor Directory

…7 to Peach Orchard Road (HWY 25). Turn right on Peach Orchard Road and go 2.3 miles then turn right onto Tobacco Road. Farm is 0.6 miles on the Right….

Educator Resources

…letters to discover forest animals. PDF Forest Products Scavenger Hunt Scavenger Hunt for forest product items around the house/yard. PDF Fun in the Woods Coloring Sheet Coloring sheet showing fun…

Ask The Arborist

…the grass alive. There are important tips to follow for proper watering and maintenance. PDF Pecan Trees for the Home or Backyard Orchard Pecan trees are commonly found surrounding both…

GFC and COVID-19: 5/21/20 Update

* Georgia law no longer requires notification to the Georgia Forestry Commission by people planning to burn yard debris. Charges may apply if wildfire results from escaped burning and evidence…