Emergency Forest Restoration Program (EFRP)
…corporation, or other private legal entity, that has definitive decision-making authority over the land. In addition, the natural disaster must have resulted in damage that if untreated would: impair or…
Shortleaf Pine & Oak Restoration in the Georgia Cumberlands Cost Share Project
…commercial thinning, and $125/acre for pre-commercial thinning. Eligibility Requirements Applicant must be the legal landowner; Applicant must be private, non-industrial landowner owning the property in one of the eligible Northwest…
Special Committee Tackles Carbon Credit Tracking in Georgia
…the voluntary Registry. The technical committee was created by legislative action that amended the Registry, developed in 2004, to calculate the amount of carbon being absorbed by the state’s forestland….
WILDFIRE RISK HIGH AS JULY FOURTH HOLIDAY APPROACHES
…of spark or ember can be a hazard, especially fireworks that land near dry grasses and vegetation.” It’s important to know the local regulations that apply to the legal use…
GEORGIA FORESTS: A RENEWABLE INSURANCE POLICY
…future looks bright.” The Georgia Forestry Commission updates the Sustainability Report every five years, per legislative direction. With fresh input from the forest industry and GFC data, the document details…
SOUTHWEST GEORGIA FORESTERS #1 FOR AREA FIRE PROTECTION
…Georgia Forestry Commission’s Statewide Area of the Year for FY23, Area 9, was officially recognized by the state legislature on March 7. For more information about the many services of…
Certified Burner Reciprocal Agreement
…mailed in. In order to be considered valid and legal, the original (no copies) must be submitted with a notary seal and signature. Mail to: Ga. Forestry Commission Attn: Prescribed…
“Smokey Bear and Me: A Thanksgiving Thrill!”
…my trip to New York City to walk in the legendary Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade was truly memorable. As Georgia’s state forester, I was honored to be invited to join…
North Georgia Fire Linked to Arson
…can reignite. Georgia burners are legally responsible for their own fires and any damage they may cause. Georgia Forestry Commission Law Enforcement reports the fire off Highway 157 in Walker…
Understanding Georgia’s Outdoor Burning Laws
…issued 929 Unlawful Burn Notices to individuals who weren’t in compliance with the requirement of GA Code 12-6-90. Most of these were for their failure to follow the legal requirements…
