Educator Resources
…Website Nature’s Water Filter Fact Sheet Did you know working forests are the most significant factor affecting water quality and quantity in Georgia? Download fact sheet to learn more. PDF…
Landowner Resources
…Timber Tax Credit program from the Department of Revenue. External Website Trees & Storm Safety During a storm, trees are at risk and can cause significant damage to infrastructure and…
Prescribed Burn
…health risks. GFC encourages prescribed burning and will assist as much as possible with this endeavor. There is a fee for burning assistance and the landowner must sign a prescribed…
Nature’s Water Filter Fact Sheet
Did you know working forests are the most significant factor affecting water quality and quantity in Georgia? Download fact sheet to learn more.
Trees & Storm Safety
During a storm, trees are at risk and can cause significant damage to infrastructure and personal property. A storm mitigation plan keeps citizens safe and protects valuable urban forest canopy in the event of a natural disaster.
HB 4EX Bill
Bill creates a tax credit for timber growers in the 28 counties included in the disaster area who incurred significant damages and expenses due to Hurricane Michael.
Help at Hand for Michael-Struck GA Landowners
…Hurricane Michael are eligible for the Forest Debris Management Program (FDMP). The sign-up period runs from January 14, 2019 to February 11, 2019, and applications can be downloaded on the…
Carefully Planned “Good Fires” Prevent Bad Ones
…fire that benefits these trees and habitats.” In 2019, the USDA Forest Service and the State of Georgia signed a Shared Stewardship agreement (PDF, 262 KB) that strengthens the commitment…
Kemp Leads Forest Field Day
…landowner participation in the American Tree Farm System. “The Tree Farm sign is a symbol of true stewardship for the land,” said Green. “It says these landowners have the tools…
Special Team Dispatched to Spread Fire Safety Alerts
…are sharing fire safety information at community gatherings, centers, camps, and on social media. People may also come in contact with Smokey Bear or see reminders posted to electronic signs…
