Wood-Using Industries
…personnel that their listed sawmills used mechanical grading systems. Please note that not all mills responded to this question and there may be other Georgia mills that utilize mechanical lumber…
Forest Inventory Analysis
…economic development, develop forest programs, and provide a scientific basis to monitor forest ecosystems. PDF Historical trends of timber product output in the South Historical data of periodic canvasses of…
Making the Shade Program
…reduction in children’s skin damage A reduction in respiratory problems caused by elevated temperatures A reduction in air temperatures around playgrounds An increase in green learning environments and incorporation of…
Five-Year Plan
…ecosystems for all of Georgia’s communities. Goals of the Five Year Plan STRATEGIC GOAL 1: Promote tree canopy and longevity at the landscape scale through the green infrastructure approach. STRATEGIC…
Georgia Arbor Day
…Invite local school children to read poems about trees. Serve cookies and coffee. Take photos for publicity and post-promotions. Distribute tree seedlings. If your community is a designated Tree City…
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…
Prescribed Burn
…Sections 12-6-145 through 12-6-149 External Website Georgia Prescribed Fire Council Council for prescribed fire advocacy across the state External Website Introduction to Prescribed Fire in Southern Ecosystems Helpful resource for…
Prescribed Burn Certification
…across the state External Website Introduction to Prescribed Fire in Southern Ecosystems Helpful resource for managers to plan and execute prescribed burns in Southern forests and grasslands PDF NORTH GEORGIA…
GPB Virtual Leaning Journey: Georgia Forests
Take your students on an interactive journey through the working forests of Georgia to learn about forest ecosystems, food webs, and life cycles, as well as forestry management processes, career opportunities, and much more. Key concepts are presented through text, images, videos, 360º tours, and interactive elements.
Cooperative Forestry
The Cooperative Forestry unit of the USDA Forest Service works closely with partners to enhance and maintain forests across watersheds and ecosystems, both on private and public land, for the benefits they provide to the American people. Cooperative Forestry delivers its work through states, local governments, other federal agencies, non-profit organizations, and other partners leveraging additional resources and fueling innovation.
