Georgia Forestry Commission Helping Fight Western Wildfires
…Forestry Commission personnel are highly skilled and well trained to meet required needs of wildfire response. Agency staff that responds to incidents, including firefighters and overhead support, must complete required…
Georgia Celebrates Trees this Month
…third Friday in February, which this year falls on Friday, February 17. “Special events are being held all over Georgia this month to mark the occasion,” said Georgia Forestry Commission…
Understanding Georgia’s Outdoor Burning Laws
…may be local ordinances issued by local county and/or city governments that have other requirements. Citizens must contact their local fire departments, code enforcement agencies, or emergency management officials to…
Forestry Education Tools at Hand Through New Websites
…programs are now being administered by the Georgia Forestry Commission, giving teachers a wealth of study tools and hands-on learning opportunities that enrich students’ environmental awareness. Project Learning Tree is…
Get Ready for Summer with Post-Storm Tree Assessments
…at https://gatrees.org/urban-community-forestry/ask-the-arborist/ for input and information about your storm damage mitigation options. It is imperative that all formal tree assessments and treatment be conducted by an International Society of Arboriculture…
Hurricane Michael Recovery Assistance
…programs. Only online applications will be accepted. All applications must be completed and submitted by April 8, 2020. External Website Hurricane Michael – Farm Recovery Block Grants – Press Release…
Fire Prevention Week 2020
…flame a direct path to your home. Use plants with high moisture contents in the immediate zone and be sure to keep all dead vegetation clipped and removed for plants…
Tree Seedlings
…rents reforestation equipment. Contact your local county office for more information. Helpful Resources TitleDescriptionDocument Type GFC Reforestation Equipment Rentals PDF Seedling Brochure 2024-25 Complete brochure on seedling types, care, and…
Georgia Arbor Day
…USA, hold a reception to honor this accomplishment. If not, work with your city or Georgia Forestry Commission forester to make your community a Tree City USA. Honor the good…
Certified Tree Professionals
…estimate completed. Ensure that estimates include credentials, written scope of work, and all costs. Compare quotes on the basis of services to be performed and costs for each service. If…
