A Note from GFC’s New Deputy Director
…The response I have received from the GFC family has been inspiring. For those I know and others I have recently spoken with, I appreciate the warm welcome and willingness…
Leaf Watch Report for November 11th, 2021
…North Central GA: Higher elevations are still within the “peak” color change. Oaks have taken over as the standout color scheme. Hickories have also joined in with some nice variation…
Benefits of Outdoor Exercise
…taking a brisk walk. It can be broken up into shorter or longer periods of exercise. Three 10-minute walks a day with your dog, three one-hour long walks with a…
Contact Us
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North GA Burn Ban to be Lifted October 1
…precautions were taken in advance, if a wildfire does result.” The five safety precautions mandated by law are: set spacing distances between fires and woodlands and structures, burn times from…
My Experience as an Urban and Community Forestry Intern
…in an area and if the trees are being taken care of. When trees aren’t being supported through best management practices, the community foresters can offer technical assistance and advice…
Christmas Tree Vendor Directory
…Sun: 9AM-5:30PM Jakes Christmas Tree Farm Ken & Valerie Stephens 1509 Hwy 25. North Waynesboro, GA, 30830 Phone: 706-526-2206 County: Burke Take Hwy 25 south from Waynesboro, 4 miles out…
Berrien County Woods Arson Suspect Jailed
…from the Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office was initiated. Officers located the suspect, who was taken into custody without further incident. “I would like to thank all of our local fire…
Needlecast in Pines
…end of each branch. While these trees may look like they are dying, needlecast rarely causes trees to die. Needlecast should not be mistaken for brown spot needle blight (BSNB)….
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…
