GFC Leaf Watch Report: October 9, 2020

…elevations. Since last week, the Fort Mountain area has shown a significant increase in color change compared to Lookout Mountain. Overall, total color change remains around 5%; most noticeable in…

GFC Leaf Watch: October 30, 2020

…is there is still plenty of foliage in transition and still plenty green so we should still see more color development in the coming days to the next 2-3 weeks….

Pine Bark Beetles

…1: Pine Bark Beetles – Photo by Lacy L. Hyche. Auburn University, Bugwood.org. Location of Attack, Pitch Tubes, and Galleries Some signs of bark beetles to look for are green…

One Tree Planted – Reforestation Program

Program Overview One Tree Planted is providing funding to assist private landowners in North Georgia with reforestation expenses. The funds will reimburse approved landowners $100/acre on eligible reforestation practices. Signup…

Leaf Watch Report October 13th, 2021

…species to show the most significant changes in color as it has already transformed from green to a mix of dull and deep reds while red maple is close behind….

Arbor Day Foundation Georgia Tree Planting Program

…of seedlings. Signup Period The application period will begin on August 28, 2023, and conclude on September 15, 2023. (*Application Period has closed for 2023) Approved Applicants Shortly after the…

High-flying Tools for Fire – and More!

…tool we are strategically moving forward with is UAS – Unmanned Aerial Systems. More commonly known as drones, they provide a unique opportunity to complete certain tasks more efficiently and…

Reforestation

…Montezuma, then to River Road once you are in Dooly County) 10 miles south of Montezuma. The nursery will be on the left. There is a sign at the first…

Cogongrass in Georgia

…wildlife habitat. Report Cogongrass Sighting Here Cogongrass was first introduced into the United States near Grand Bay, Alabama in 1911 via seed packing material in shipping containers from Japan. Since…