Georgia Forestry Commission Helping Fight Western Wildfires
…to the brave men and women of the Georgia Forestry Commission for sharing their time and expertise,” said Georgia Governor Brian Kemp. “Many states have come to our aid in…
Georgia Celebrates Trees this Month
…Director Tim Lowrimore. “This is a great opportunity for communities to come together and support the many benefits trees deliver, including storm water uptake, cooling shade, homes for wildlife, and…
Forests & Water: A Critical Combination
Forests & Water: A Critical Combination By Scott Thackston, GFC Water Quality Program Coordinator At the Georgia Forestry Commission, we’re proud to share the countless benefits that forests supply. Not…
Georgia Burn Notification Law Changing
…Commission Director Tim Lowrimore. “The Georgia Forestry Commission responds to more than 3,500 wildfires a year. With a strong focus on individual burning safety as required with these new changes,…
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…
Forests for Georgia, Georgia for Forests
…supported more than 148,000 jobs throughout the economy in 2018. That’s more than both the film and automotive industries in the state. Georgia is home to the world’s largest wood…
GA Forestry Commission Set to Launch Leaf Watch 2023
…The fall foliage season typically ends during the first or second weekend in November. “Georgia’s forests put on quite a show in fall,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Tim Lowrimore.…
Dublin Resident to Lead Forest Health for Georgia Forestry Commission
…Commission Director Tim Lowrimore. “We’re excited to bring his expertise to Georgia landowners and residents who are impacted directly by the health of our state’s forests.” Torbett earned his Bachelor…
My Firewise Experience
…the tasks needed for the project. Some of the tasks were completing an online fire safety course, attending a Firewise community meeting in Hiawassee, completing a Firewise risk assessment of…
