10-27-21 Leaf Watch Report
Foliage color change is steadily progressing and is most visible in areas above 2000 feet. Sourwood and blackgum continue to provide a majority of the red patches seen from overlooks and ridges. Hickory and poplar have made the most significant changes over the past week as they are beginning to display a mix of vivid yellows, golds, and browns.
Timber Harvest Notifications
…changes to OCGA 12-6-24 came out of HB 897 passed in 2020. The specifics within 897 were developed by a timber harvest ordinance working group put together by the Georgia…
Area Forestry Employees Earn 2021 Performance Awards
…“Area of the Year” award. The annual honor is given by the GFC’s Forest Protection Department, which manages wildfire readiness throughout the state. Criteria were measured in the categories of…
Local Forestry Employees Earn 2021 Performance Award
…annual honor is given by the GFC’s Forest Protection Department, which manages wildfire readiness throughout the state. Criteria were measured in the categories of, performance and productivity, safety, and achievements….
Local Forestry Employees Earn 2021 Performance Award
…Year” award. The annual honor is given by the GFC’s Forest Protection Department, which manages wildfire readiness throughout the state. Criteria were measured in the categories of, performance and productivity,…
Leaf Watch Report for September 28th, 2022
…Multiple moderate to severe storms will lead to premature leaf fall and less overall color. It is still very early in the season; therefore, overlooks and ridges are still predominately…
Leaf Watch Report for October 12, 2022
…wider across north Georgia Views from overlooks and valleys have shifted from dark green to light green with small patches of faint yellows and maroons. The tops of ridges and…
GFC U&CF Technical Assistance Program
…future? Are we prepared for storms and tree damages (preparation, response, cleanup)? What are the timeframe and actionable goals we need to have in place to manage the forest and…
The Wise Way to Guard Against Fire
…the devastating effects of wildfire. Fortunately, there are a number of common-sense actions that individuals, and communities as a whole, can take. Home landscape and construction changes can be made…
Leaf Watch Report for September 27th, 2023
…see some tinges of red and orange, in dogwood, sourwood, and sumac. Don’t forget, vines such as Virginia creeper and POISON IVY show reds and oranges, too, and are just…
