Explore and Enjoy Georgia’s Public Lands
…recreation under WMA regulations and enforcement. Soon after the properties became open to public use, the State of Georgia began buying property adjacent and in close proximity, to expand the…
BILLY LANCASTER SUMMER YOUTH CAMP
…of adventures bring that importance to life as campers visit a harvesting site and a paper production mill. They get to see up close the equipment used by professional foresters,…
Wildfire Prevention
…of outdoor burn, always remember: Combustible materials should be removed from a home’s perimeter. Exit routes should be identified in advance. Keep the following close at hand: shovel, a hose…
Landowner Resources
…registered foresters within the state and have personally requested to be added to GFC’s database. External Website Cooperative Forestry The Cooperative Forestry unit of the USDA Forest Service works closely…
Prescribed Burn
…Fine Fuel Moisture Table A close estimate of the fine dead fuel moisture (FDFM) on your burn unit any time a FDFM reading is desired PDF Fire Weather Forecast Current…
Sudden Oak Death (SOD) in Georgia
…have been infected with this pathogen in Georgia. The Georgia Forestry Commission continues to work closely with other agencies such as the Georgia Department of Agriculture, University of Georgia, U.S….
GFC Leaf Watch Report: October 9, 2020
…close. Roadsides have seen significant increases in color from these same species, with blackgum, dogwood, and sumac adding more to the roadside reds, and the yellow poplar being supported again…
Leaf Watch Report October 13th, 2021
…species to show the most significant changes in color as it has already transformed from green to a mix of dull and deep reds while red maple is close behind….
Leaf Watch Report for November 4th, 2021
…to go to Cloudland Canyon). Follow Hwy 189 to Sunset Rock, Point Park, or Rock City. Drop down into Chattanooga via Ochs Hwy / 58. Then take Hwy 193 back…
North Georgia Burn Ban Boosts Air Quality
…air,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Protection Chief, Frank Sorrells. “The risk of wildfire is also high at this time, and the Georgia Forestry Commission will be closely monitoring fire activity…
