Georgia to Celebrate Trees’ Many Benefits on Arbor Day
…recognized at the event. Visit our calendar for more information about Arbor Day events. For more about the benefits of trees, and services of the Georgia Forestry Commission, visit GaTrees.org….
GFC Seeking Director/State Forester
…leadership and communication skills to work effectively with forest landowners, industry, the environmental education community, and a wide range of natural resource agencies and NGO partners; Demonstrated experience with budgetary…
Leaf Watch Report for November 11th, 2021
…as many species are at or surpassing peak. Overall color intensity will likely decrease in the coming week as leaves continue to drop. Species specifics: Dogwood – fading to maroon…
Leaf Watch Report for October 12, 2022
…these species comprise a small percentage of forest composition outside low-lying areas. However, with the expected precipitation for Wednesday/Thursday, we should see enough rain to take the stress off the…
Leaf Watch Report for October 20th, 2022
…good so far. Views from overlooks and valleys have shifted from dark green to light green with small patches of faint yellows and maroons. The tops of ridges and peaks…
GEORGIA FORESTS: A RENEWABLE INSURANCE POLICY
…“We’re proud that Georgia’s forests are a sustainability success story,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Tim Lowrimore. “While challenges are on our radar, we’re documenting solid conditions now and the…
BILLY LANCASTER SUMMER YOUTH CAMP
…riding horses, swimming in the lake, or telling ghost stories in the cabin after dark, summer sleep-away camps always foster fun. The registration deadline for one of the Southeast’s most…
Learning to Lead: GFC Foresters Come Together for Leadership Conference in Helen, GA
…break a work environment. At the GFC, we’re committed to constantly growing and striving to become the best versions of ourselves, both for each other and for the communities we…
Georgia ReLeaf Grant Program
…and the Community Forestry Assistance Act of the 1990 Farm Bill, has allocated funding to the Georgia Forestry Commission for statewide distribution, in partnership with the Georgia Tree Council. To…
Pine Bark Beetles
…while the southern pine beetle is about 1/8 inch long. All of the pine bark beetles are roughly cylindrical and are dark brown to black in color. (Figure 1) Figure…
