Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Infographic
Appearance, Life-Cycle and Quick Facts.
Pass the Tissue, it’s Pollen Time!
…in South Georgia with slash pine. Loblolly pine pollen has been flying in the south and central Georgia since late February/early March. Pollen season progresses through March and April, usually…
Pass the Tissue, it’s Pollen Time!
…and bees and the many wonderful benefits we get from everything that grows out of the ground. Special bags are put over loblolly pine flowers before they are ready to…
Invasive Plant Control Program
…comprised of the Georgia Department of Agriculture, the Georgia Forestry Commission, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, and the University of Georgia. For more than 15 years, members of this…
GFC Tracking Palmetto Berry Thieves
…Forestry Commission and local law enforcement agencies in August. More are expected as berry season progresses and surveillance efforts increase. Globally, the berries are a $130-$150 million market, as they…
Area Timber Thefts Yield Arrest and More Investigation
…illegally cut trees to his home. Authorities believe Price stole timber on several nearby properties in Richmond County, then cut, split, and sold it as firewood. He is formally charged…
In the Saddle of Unsung Heroes: Cross-training as a Wildland Firefighter
…me, interacting with others while using critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication boosts comprehension and retention. During one of our exercises, we were presented with a wildfire scenario in a…
Wildland Urban Interface (WUI)
The urbanization of the rural landscape has resulted in challenges for protecting not only natural resources, but also homes and people. Communities in the WUI are at risk of catastrophic…
Learning to Lead: GFC Foresters Come Together for Leadership Conference in Helen, GA
…break a work environment. At the GFC, we’re committed to constantly growing and striving to become the best versions of ourselves, both for each other and for the communities we…
