COGONGRASS: IF YOU SEE IT, REPORT IT!
…weeds and since its introduction in 1911, it has been spreading almost unchecked across the Southeast. Once cogongrass becomes established in an area, it chokes out native vegetation and becomes…
Wildfire Danger Elevated Across Georgia
…Forestry Commission to prepare for the elevated threat of wildfires by discouraging outdoor burning this weekend. “We are asking everyone who may be planning to conduct any outdoor burning to…
Benefits of Outdoor Exercise
…pressure and cholesterol medications. HOW MUCH EXERCISE IS NEEDED? The American Heart Association/American College of Cardiology recommends 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise weekly. That’s 30 minutes, five times a week,…
How Fire Earns GOOD Marks in the Forest
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FEBRUARY 6, 2023 Gov. Brian Kemp uses a drip torch during a demo prescribed burn at Georgia DNR’s 2023 Weekend for Wildlife fundraiser. (Jason Lee/DNR) Keeping Georgia’s…
GA Forestry Commission Set to Launch Leaf Watch 2023
…2023, reports about leaf changes and optimal places to view them will begin on the GFC public website at GaTrees.org. The weekly updates will also air on partner media outlets…
Fire Prevention & Suppression
Under Senate Bill 119, Georgia code section 12-6-90 was changed to eliminate the notification requirement to the GFC of one’s intention to burn hand-piled natural debris. The law supports Georgians’…
Natural Disaster Recovery
…the soil, mulching the tree’s root area and watering if soil conditions become excessively dry. Have patience. Storm debris cleanup can take weeks or even months. Community Officials Municipal, county,…
Georgia Arbor Day
…from a neighborhood gathering for planting trees in a park to a school-wide event or a week-long regional festival with activities for thousands of people. Hold a tree planting ceremony…
Human Resources Information
…covers 60 percent of the employee’s current weekly salary if they suffer from a disabling accident or illness that is not work-related. Employees can choose between a seven day waiting…
Soil Injector Loan Program for Hemlock Woolly Adelgid
To schedule the use of a soil injector or soil drench kit contact one of the following offices: Soil Injector Kit Locations Dade County GFC Office: 706-657-4211 Dawson County GFC…
