Free Prescribed Fire Class for Select Applicants
…the regular registration rate of $110. To register, contact Cole Posey: cposey@southernregional.edu; 229-217-4257. For more information about prescribed fire, its benefits, and services of the Georgia Forestry Commission, visit GaTrees.org….
New Report Shows Continued Growth for Forestry in Georgia
…ranking forestry number one in compensation among all Georgia industries.” The impact values of urban and community forestry are separate values from the impact of the traditional forest industry, which…
Georgia’s Burn Notification System Changes – Coming Soon!
…1-September 30 continue to be in effect. Changes to 12-6-90 include specific requirements of those intending to burn outdoors. A Georgia Forestry Commission communication campaign is informing landowners of these…
Law Enforcement Warns About Fake Burn Permitting Scam
…the Georgia Forestry Commission are free and are only available through the Georgia Forestry Commission,” Williams said. This scam was created outside the United States and was used similarly last…
North Georgia Outdoor Burn Ban Ends September 30
* 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…
North Georgia Burn Ban Helps Boost Air Quality
…GaTrees.org or by calling the local office of the GFC. “Georgia’s 25 million acres of forestland serve a giant air purifier,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Tim Lowrimore. “We can…
New Rules in Effect as North Georgia Burn Ban is Lifted
…Troup, Twiggs, Upson, Walker and Walton. Complete details about the new law and tools to help citizens understand their burning responsibilities can be found here: https://gatrees.org/burn-permits-and-notifications/. “It’s critical that citizens…
New Website Improves the Timber Harvest Notification Process in Georgia
…at https://gatrees.org/forest-management-conservation/timber-harvest-notifications/. “This is a win-win across the board,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Tim Lowrimore. “All the major stakeholders were at the design table and what’s being rolled out…
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…
Wildfire Prevention
…percent of all wildfires in the state. Debris burning is categorized into different types: Yard leaf piles – the most common cause of wildfires Agricultural Forestry site preparation Construction land…
