Smokey Bear

Wildfire safety through educational programs in schools, civic club gatherings and other public events

Smokey Bear and Woodsy Owl Poster Contest

For students to demonstrate their understanding of wildfire prevention and basic environmental conservation principles through original drawings of Smokey Bear or Woodsy Owl. 1st through 5th grade students

Leaf Watch Report for November 4th, 2021

…to high winds and storms. Fortunately, we have not had that issue this year. Enjoy the fall colors that have been able to persist this year. Scenic NC drive: Most…

Pass the Tissue, it’s Pollen Time!

…concluding by late May in the northern parts of our state. This year’s pollen began a little earlier than last year because we’ve been experiencing warmer, drier days. Pollen counts…

Pass the Tissue, it’s Pollen Time!

…south and central Georgia since late February/early March. Pollen season progresses through March and April, usually concluding by late May in the northern parts of our state. This year’s pollen…

Leaf Watch Report for October 26th, 2022

…yellow, orange, and red between 2,000-3,000 feet. Elevations above 2,000 feet should be near peak now through the upcoming weekend. By early November, the best locales for viewing fall foliage…

Prescribed Burn Time in Georgia

…or damaged (not related to normal wear and tear) items will be invoiced along with the daily rental rate. Additionally, if you have a completed Forest Stewardship Plan (FSP) for…

Forestry Continues to Boost State’s Economy

Commission Director Chuck Williams. “The number of jobs and compensation are up, dollars brought into the state are up, and tax revenue generated for the state was $970 million. Simultaneously,…

New Report Shows Continued Growth for Forestry in Georgia

…$36.5 billion in total sales for the industry, supporting more than 141,000 jobs. It was the ninth consecutive year for job growth in the industry, with compensation ranking higher than…