Burn Permits and Notifications
…– Space – 25+ feet between fire and woodlands S – Space – 50+ feet between fire and structures T – Time – sunrise to sunset A – Attendance –…
Wood-Using Industries
…Relying on the expertise of a registered consulting forester for help with harvest planning and timber sales reduces the likelihood that sellers or buyers will be caught off guard –…
Timber Products
…landowner. It may also be surprising, frustrating and stressful, especially for landowners who conduct timber sales infrequently. Relying on the expertise of a registered consulting forester for help with harvest…
Forest Certification
…nor discourages forest certification. However, we do encourage wise forest stewardship for all landowners. As a first step, work with a qualified natural resource professional to develop a forest management…
Care For Your Community’s Trees
…Hire dedicated staff to supervise your community’s Management Program and the budget. Consult or use an ISA Certified Arborist (TRAQ trained). Require community forestry training for tree board members on…
Community Tree Advocacy
…on the health and well-being of their community’s trees. Most of these groups: Collect membership dues and fundraise. Increase awareness of the benefits of trees Coordinate the planting and care…
Tree Ordinances
…by a tree board or department. How to develop new tree ordinances or revise existing ones. Get started: download GFC Tree Ordinance Development Guidebook. This guide was designed to assist…
Green Infrastructure Resources
…aquifers, reduces flooding, and moderates the climate. promotes healthy exercise and access to more locally grown food. Maintaining a Green Georgia Coast Multiple state and local partners have been utilizing…
Social & Cultural
…and vegetation can dampen ambient noise, improve air quality, cool over-heated urban centers, and be a food security solution. External Website Green Cities: Safe Streets his article surveys the research…
Ecosystem Services
…and are often related to parks, green spaces, and natural areas. Learn more with this brief summary. External Website Green Cities: Reduced Risk Trees and vegetation can dampen ambient noise,…
