STEM & Forestry
…Project Learning Tree is one of our favorites that incorporates forestry and natural resources. It offers high-quality instructional materials and activities for all ages linked to national and state education…
Tree Seedlings
…across the state without additional charge. GFC also rents reforestation equipment. Contact your local county office for more information. Our Nursery and Seed Orchards All seedlings sold through GFC nurseries…
Community Forestry Assistance
…able to offer programs that provide financial assistance to encourage projects that plant trees and increase the benefits of tree canopy, create and support long-term and sustained urban and community…
Outstanding GFC Employees Honored by State Legislators
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 26, 2020 The Georgia Forestry Commission has named its outstanding groups of employees for 2019, and last week they were recognized at the state capitol. “We’re…
Final Leaf Watch Report for November 2nd, 2022
…Amicalola Falls State Park this week into this upcoming weekend, but by then, it will most likely be past peak. Suggested scenic drives: State Route 136 from Dawsonville to Jasper…
Longleaf Restoration
…protected the last reserves of high-quality longleaf habitat. Bringing Back the Longleaf Population The longleaf ecosystem has become an object of intense concentration by federal, state, non-profit and private entities….
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…
About
Our headquarters is in Dry Branch, Georgia. We also have district and county offices throughout the state. The director of the GFC is known as the state forester. GFC provides…
Firefighting Training & Resources
…a Georgia Certified Firefighter, or for the volunteer firefighter, a minimum of Basic Firefighter Module One with live fire State Agency personnel – must be affiliated with a NWCG member…
Choose a LIVE Christmas Tree for 2020!
…from one of the state’s many tree farms. The Georgia Forestry Commission maintains a list of growers throughout the state who can supply you and your family with a fresh,…
