#SpringIntoAction with GFC!

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…humans, or just peering out the living room window, nature’s finest is on full display right now. Let’s capture these memorable moments together! What are you seeing (and hearing) from…

Forests & Water: A Critical Combination

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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…

GFC’s Rural Fire Defense Program (RFD)

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GFC’s Rural Fire Defense Program (RFD) By Emily Hamilton, GFC Rural Fire Defense Manager The Georgia Forestry Commission offers special services to Georgia communities through the Rural Fire Defense Program….

Georgia Celebrates Trees this Month

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…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…

Green Infrastructure Resources

…Proactive Green Infrastructure Provides to a Community protects critical habitats and dwindling water resources, sustaining forest resources, and allowing natural systems to remain functional. This, in turn, can communities millions…

BREEZING INTO SUMMERTIME

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BREEZING INTO SUMMERTIME May is a month for celebrating! Graduations, Memorial Day, tolerable temperatures, and anticipation for the relaxation that summertime provides are all reasons to herald these special 30…

Teacher Conservation Workshop gets an A+

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Teacher Conservation Workshop gets an A+ GUEST BLOG by Ashley Wright, Pike County Elementary School I just had the honor of completing the Georgia Teacher Conservation Workshop, and WOW! What…

Prescribed Burn Certification

…will receive a comprehensive study manual and instruction on subjects such as fire behavior, fire weather and fire tactics. The applicants must pass a written test, have two years of…