Georgia State Board of Registration for Foresters
The Georgia General Assembly created the Georgia State Board of Registration for Foresters in 1951 for the purpose of protecting the public health, safety, and welfare by regulating those who engage in the practice of professional forestry.
National Water Quality Trading Program
When the water in our rivers, lakes, and oceans becomes polluted; it can endanger wildlife, make our drinking water unsafe, and threaten the waters where we swim and fish. EPA research supports efforts under the Clean Water Act and Safe Drinking Water Act.
Insecticide Applicators and Vendors for Hemlock Woolly Adelgids
…Street Cleveland GA 30528 706-865-2831 Safari® BWI Greer SC 864-968-8961 Fannin County Cooperative 370 E. Main Street Blue Ridge, GA 30513 706-632-5425 Regal – Ryan Fister Alpharetta GA 770-595-1553 Toccoa…
Annual Northern Georgia Burn Ban Begins May 1
…activities,” said Frank Sorrells, Chief of Protection for the Georgia Forestry Commission. “Our agencies closely monitor air quality, weather conditions and open burning for the safety of all Georgians.” The…
High Fire Danger Impacts Outdoor Burning
…criteria in each location, and because safety is always our top concern, burn permitting may be restricted based on the fire danger forecast.” Burn permits issued by the Georgia Forestry…
New Online Tool Tracks Georgia Wildfire Activity
…is a real step forward for the safety and protection of Georgians and our forest resources,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Chuck Williams. “Our agency is using the latest technology…
Vibrant Cities Lab
Case Studies, Research Guides and Tools to help cultivate thriving urban forests that boost public health, safety, sustainability and economic growth.
Outstanding GFC Employees Honored by State Legislators
…wildfire response, customer services and safety. Awards were given for North and South Zones and Area of the Year. Chattahoochee/Marion was named the North Zone County Unit of the Year….
GFC and COVID-19
…have temporarily altered the way we’re working, fulfilling our mission to you and the state of Georgia remains unchanged. Our primary concern is for the safety of our customers and…
GFC’s Stance on Burning during the COVID-19 Pandemic (4/9/2020)
…GFC is following our established criteria for burn permitting. These criteria already strongly consider smoke impacts on human populations and on safety. And we are continuing our search for additional…
