Understanding Georgia’s Outdoor Burning Laws
…during set daytime hours reduces this risk. “A” is for ATTENDANCE. Person responsible shall attend to the burning at all times until completely extinguished and there is no risk for…
BREEZING INTO SUMMERTIME
…burn times from sunrise to sunset, burner attendance at the fire, and reasonable precautions such as weather awareness and suppression tools. Full details including video resources can be found at…
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Careers
Careers at GFC GFC seeks to recruit highly qualified technical, administrative and managerial personnel. We offer challenging work, training opportunities, attractive employee benefits and a pay for performance compensation plan….
Learn & Explore
…property value and provide savings on utility bills. Trees also make economic sense in business districts by attracting shoppers to linger and shop longer. Forests provide billions of dollars worth…
Longleaf Restoration
…ecosystem can make such efforts attractive to landowners. There are many ways landowners can receive help; capitalizing on these resources is a matter of knowing what is available and whom…
Forest Certification Programs
…There are several benefits to pursing certification, including: Some Georgia forest product companies show a preference for purchasing certified timber. Regions with more certified forestland attract new industries that require…
Reforestation
…use spacers to provide 2″-4″ air circulation between layers. Avoid temperature extremes. Fluctuations in temperature, especially excessive heat, can result in seedling trauma. Do not attempt to plant seedlings that…
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 –…
Wildfire Prevention
…wind make it easier for embers to fly and fires to spread. Pay attention to the weather forecast and make special note of low humidity levels and wind speed. GFC…
