Sung to the tune of “School’s Out for Summer!”

…love kids and love learning. Together, we have compiled a list of activities to reach for when you hear that first tell-tale sigh… Here are 12 simple and easy activities…

PLANNING A SAFE & FUN FOURTH OF JULY

…to keep water on hand to quell flare-ups and spreading flames, and if your cell phone isn’t already close at hand, get it there. While fireworks and the Fourth go…

Wildfire Risk High as July Fourth Holiday Approaches

…build throughout Georgia, the Georgia Forestry Commission is reminding residents about the increasing risk of wildfire. “We need everybody’s help in keeping our communities and our forestlands safe,” said Georgia…

High Fire Danger Impacts Outdoor Burning

* Georgia law no longer requires notification to the Georgia Forestry Commission by people planning to burn yard debris. Charges may apply if wildfire results from escaped burning and evidence…

Georgia ReLeaf Grant Program

…and the Community Forestry Assistance Act of the 1990 Farm Bill, has allocated funding to the Georgia Forestry Commission for statewide distribution, in partnership with the Georgia Tree Council. To…

Landowner Resources

…Georgia Communities Template PDF Storm Mitigation Workbook Community Forest Storm Mitigation Planning for Georgia Communities Workbook PDF SuddenOakDeath.org The information below provides both quick answers to general questions about Sudden…

Wildfires on the Rise in Georgia


* Georgia law no longer requires notification to the Georgia Forestry Commission by people planning to burn yard debris. Charges may apply if wildfire results from escaped burning and evidence…

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…