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“A Tree’s Dream” Environmental Education Program | These materials teach youth about ways we are conserving Earth’s natural resources and protecting the environment through the “A Tree’s Dream” video and accompanying lessons. | Educator | External Website | |
“One Tree Planted” Oak Establishment Program 2020-21 Public Notice | ||||
“One Tree Planted” Seedling Application | ||||
07.30.2020 Board Meeting Agenda | ||||
09-28-22 Leaf Watch Report | GFC Fall Leaf Watch report for September 28th, 2022 in North Georgia. | Page on GFC Website | ||
10-05-22 Leaf Watch Report | GFC Fall Leaf Watch report for October 5th, 2022 in North Georgia | Page on GFC Website | ||
10-12-22 Leaf Watch Report | GFC Fall Leaf Watch report for October 12th, 2022 in North Georgia. | Page on GFC Website | ||
10-13-21 Leaf Watch Report | Lowering temperatures and adequate rainfall has led to the beginning of foliage color change in NW GA. | Page on GFC Website | ||
10-20-21 Leaf Watch Report | The past week has been cool and sunny with a little rain, allowing many of the trees to slowly progress with color change. Areas with high concentrations of blackgum and sourwood are currently showing the most vivid colors providing differing shades of red and orange. Sassafras is also beginning to show a variety of colors including yellow, orange and red. | Page on GFC Website | ||
10-20-22 GFC Leaf Watch Report | GFC Fall Leaf Watch report for October 20th, 2022 in North Georgia. | Page on GFC Website | ||
10-26-22 GFC Leaf Watch Report | GFC Fall Leaf Watch report for October 26th, 2022 in North Georgia. | Page on GFC Website | ||
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. | Page on GFC Website | ||
10/7/21 Leaf Watch Report | Cooler nights, sunny days, and adequate rainfall are signaling the beginning of the fall foliage season. Trees are on track to display vivid changes in color over the next four weeks. | Page on GFC Website | ||
11-02-22 Final Leaf Watch Report | Final GFC Fall Leaf Watch report for November 2nd, 2022 in North Georgia. | Page on GFC Website | ||
11-11-21 Leaf Watch Report | Color change has surpassed peak in a majority of NW GA. Overlooks are showing duller shades of yellow, brown and gold, with occasional patches of red. There is very little green left and many species such as yellow poplar, sourwood, and blackgum have lost a majority of their leaves, resulting in patches with little to no color. | Page on GFC Website | ||
11-17-21 Final 2021 Leaf Watch Report | Foliage color change is ending in NW GA as a large percentage of trees have lost their leaves. The few leaves remaining are showing dull colors of brown, yellow, and red. Chestnut oak, white oak, and red oak are among the few species retaining leaves contributing to arrays of brown and yellow. Select few maples are still showing some vivid colors of yellow and orange. Overall color intensity will likely decrease in the coming week as leaves continue to drop. | Page on GFC Website | ||
11-4-21 Leaf Watch Report | Fall color change in Northwest GA remains approximately one week behind last year. Many areas from 1500 to 3000 feet are currently at peak, displaying a wide variety of vivid yellows and dull reds. A large percentage of red maple have transformed into differing shades of bright and vivid yellows with occasional reds dramatically changing the views seen from overlooks and valleys. Chestnut oak, red oak, and white oak have made significant changes as they are currently exhibiting shades of gold, brown, and yellow. | Page on GFC Website | ||
12.01.20 Board Meeting Agenda | ||||
1999 – 2009 Georgia Trout Stream BMP’s Interpretation addendum | Georgia’s forestry BMP manual (revised in 1999 and 2009) recommends a 100 foot wide Streamside Management Zone, measured from the stream bank horizontally outward away from the stream; to be implemented on all Georgia designated primary or secondary trout streams – and tributaries (p. 11 Georgia’s BMPs for Forestry manual). | |||
2011 Forestry BMP Survey Highlights | ||||
2012 Georgia Forestry BMPs for Forest Firefighting Dip Sites and Associated Spoils Material | In some instances, forest fire fighting activities dictate the need for adequate sources of water for use in forest fire suppression. Such water can be taken, through the use of helicopter dip buckets, from ponds, lakes, rivers, or other existing sources. | |||
2013 Forestry BMP Survey Highlights | ||||
2013 Forestry Pesticide Applications – Complying with Georgia’s Pesticide General Permit (GAG820000) | Forestry herbicide applications are commonly used to help control competing vegetation in pine plantations. Pine plantations may occur in areas that could be considered waters of the state, especially in the Coastal Plain Region of Georgia. | |||
2013 Results of Georgia’s Silvicultural Best Management Practices Implementation and Compliance Survey | ||||
2013 Using Geoweb and Geotextiles for Stream Crossings | Learn about Geoweb and Geotextiles with this informational sheet. | |||
2015 Forestry BMP Survey Highlights | ||||
2015 Georgia Harvest and Utilization Study | This resource bulletin describes the principal findings of a harvest and utilization study conducted during the ninth inventory of Georgia’s forest resources. Survey crews sampled and measured trees harvested in a variety of logging operations, and analysts calculated wood volume and percent of wood utilization. Harvest volume data and factors for growing-stock and nongrowing-stock logging residue are described and interpreted. | External Website, PDF | ||
2015 Results of Georgia’s Silvicultural Best Management Practices Implementation and Compliance Survey | ||||
2016 FIA Data – Forest Inventory and Analysis Program: Trends for Georgia’s Forest Land | Collected information for the Forest Inventory and Analysis (FIA) Program, a cooperative program between the U.S. Forest Service and the states to provide estimates of the condition of the forest and forest trend data. | |||
2016 Savannah Clean Warter Fund Summary | Overview of the project to protect the water supply for communities and businesses along the Savannah River in Georgia and South Carolina. | |||
2016 USDA Forests of Georgia | Overview of forest resources in Georgia based on an inventory conducted by the U.S. Forest Service, Forest Inventory and Analysis (FIA) program, the Southern Research Station (SRS) in cooperation with the Georgia Forestry Commission. | |||
2017 Firebreak Installation and Water Quality Brochure | General Procedures for Compliance with the Clean Water Act. | |||
2017 Forestry BMP Survey Highlights | ||||
2017 Results of Georgia’s Silvicultural Best Management Practices Implementation and Compliance Survey | ||||
2019 Best Management Practices – BMPs | Information for landowners, foresters, timber buyers, loggers, site preparation and reforestation contractors, and others involved with silvicultural operations about common-sense, economical and effective practices to minimize non-point source pollution (soil erosion and stream sedimentation) and thermal pollution. These minimum practices are called BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES and are commonly referred to as BMPs. | |||
2019 BMP Brochure – Sustaining Your Forest and Georgia’s Water Quality | Forestry BMPs are an important part of the practice of sustainable forestry. Simply defined, sustainable forestry is ” … the management of forests to meet the needs of the present without compromising the needs of future generations.” | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | ||
2019 Conservation and Restoration Priorities in the Middle Chattahoochee River Basin | The Chattahoochee River originates in the Southern Blue Ridge Mountains above Helen, Georgia, and drains almost 5.6 million acres (8770 mi2) of piedmont and coastal plain landscape in Alabama and Georgia. With a length of 430 miles, it is commonly divided into three segments, with the Upper Chattahoochee flowing through Atlanta before becoming the Middle Chattahoochee through Columbus. From Lake Walter F. George, the Lower Chattahoochee | |||
2019 Forestry BMP Survey Highlights | ||||
2019 GA Carbon Sequestration Summary | Over 1.5 billion metric tons of carbon is sequestered on Georgia timberland according to 2019 Forest Inventory & Analysis (FIA) data, provided by the U.S. Forest Service. This includes 23.2 million acres on federal, state/local, and private property. It accounts for carbon in aboveground and belowground live and dead biomass, aboveground and belowground understory vegetation, coarse woody debris, soil, and leaf litter. This estimate excludes timberland primarily consisting of exotic species and non-stocked stands (previously forested land that has yet to be replanted or produce substantial natural vegetation). | |||
2019 Georgia Pine Sawmills Producing Mechanical and Stress Rated Lumber | During a previous survey of the primary wood-using industries in Georgia, the following companies reported to GFC personnel that their listed sawmills used mechanical grading systems. Please note that not all mills responded to this question and there may be other Georgia mills that utilize mechanical lumber grading. Final determination will depend upon individual contact with the mills. | Community, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner | ||
2019 Georgia’s Best Management Practices for Forestry Manual | The purpose of this manual is to inform landowners, foresters, timber buyers, loggers, site preparation and reforestation contractors, and others involved with silvicultural operations about common-sense, economical and effective practices to minimize non-point source pollution (soil erosion and stream sedimentation) and thermal pollution. These minimum practices are called BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES and are commonly referred to as BMPs. | Landowner | ||
2019 Results of Georgia’s Silvicultural Best Management Practices Implementation and Compliance Survey | ||||
2020 – Georgia Statewide Forest Resources Strategy | Georgia’s original Forest Action Plan was produced with contributions from many program leaders of the Georgia Forestry Commission, Georgia Department of Natural Resources and U.S. Forest Service. Content contributors included Dr. Jon Ambrose, Constance Buford, Joe Burgess, Scott Thackston, Devon Dartnell, David Dickinson, Frank Sorrells, Ken Parker, Gary White, Scott Griffin, Josh Love, Joan Scales, Jim Ozier, Dru Preston, Dick Rightmyer, Buford Sanders and Risher Willard. Liz Kramer, University of Georgia College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences contractor, conducted the GIS analyses. Final document design and production was accomplished by Wendy Burnett, Kassie Keck and Stasia Kelly. Development and publication of this document was assisted by a grant from the National Association of State Foresters. | |||
2020 Cogongrass County Density Map Winter Update | ||||
2020 Cogongrass in Georgia – Spring Update | Twenty three new detections have been confirmed from January 1, 2020 through March 10, 2020 in Georgia, bringing the statewide cumulative total to 1,374 cogongrass spots. | |||
2020 Cogongrass in Georgia Update | An updated listing of Georgia Counties with known Cogongrass infestations. | |||
2020 Cogongrass in Georgia Winter Update | ||||
2020 Cogongrass in Georgia Winter Update | There were 95 new detections in 2019, bringing the number of known cogongrass spots in the state to 1351, scattered across 65 | |||
2020 Cogongrass Percent Inactive Map Winter Update | ||||
2020 Conservation and Restoration Priorities in the Upper Oconee River Basin | ||||
2020 Georgia Southern Pine Beetle Prediction Survey Update | The Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) participates annually in the southern pine beetle (SPB) prediction trapping program. The southern pine beetle is the most destructive forest pest in the southeastern states. Survey results are documented in an annual report so that activity and damage levels can be anticipated and mitigated. | |||
2020 Georgia Timber Product Output and Use | Georgia forests accounted for a total of 1,383,131 thousand cubic feet (MCF) of timber products while the forest products industry produced a total of 1,395,847 MCF within the State. | |||
2020 Hemlock Woolly Adelgid in Georgia (brochure) | Important dosage information for treating infestations of hemlock woolly adelgid. | Landowner | ||
2020 HWA Soil Drench Treatment Instructions | ||||
2020 HWA Soil Injection Treatment Instructions | ||||
2020 Known Cogongrass in Georgia Map | Overview map of cogongrass infestations in Georgia. | |||
2020 Lower Savannah River Watershed (LSRW) Initiative – Announcement | Announcement of the LSRW Initiative to support state forestry commissions and water utilities by strengthening the forest and drinking water connection through projects that enhance public surface water supplies. | |||
2020 Lower Savannah River Watershed (LSRW) Initiative – Project Area Map | Detail map of the areas within the LSRW Initiative. | |||
2020 Selling Your Timber | Selling timber can be a source of great satisfaction to a landowner. It may also be surprising, frustrating and stressful, especially for landowners who conduct timber sales infrequently. Relying on the expertise of a registered consulting forester for help with harvest planning and timber sales reduces the likelihood that sellers or buyers will be caught off guard – and that helps landowners get the highest return for their timber. | |||
2020 Soil Injector/Soil Drench Kit Loan Program | Soil injectors are provided by the Georgia Forestry Commission to aid those interested in treating their own trees. The injectors are loaned out free of charge but a $250 deposit is required. | Landowner | Page on GFC Website | |
2020-2021 Dawson Forest WMA Trail Use Schedule and Restrictions | Dawson Forest Wildlife Management Area (WMA) City of Atlanta Tract – Trail Schedule (July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021) | |||
2021 BMP Survey Results Report | Results of Georgia’s 2021 Silvicultural Best Management Practices Implementation and Compliance Survey | |||
2021 Cogongrass in Georgia January Update | The 1457 cogongrass spots encompass a total of 373 acres. The status and treatment for each spot is at varying levels. The Georgia Forestry Commission recognizes a spot as eradicated after three consecutive years of finding no cogongrass resprouts. | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | ||
2021 Cogongrass Percent Inactive Map Winter Update | Sources: Esri, Airbus DS, USGS, NGA, NASA, CGIAR, N Robinson, NCEAS, NLS, OS,NMA, Geodatastyrelsen, Rijkswaterstaat, GSA, Geoland, FEMA, Intermap and the GIS user community, Sources: Esri, HERE, Garmin, FAO, NOAA, USGS, © OpenStreetMap contributors, and the GIS User Community | |||
2021 Cogongrass Spring Newsletter | The Georgia Forestry Commission has begun the 15th year of its campaign to fight the exotic, invasive weed known as cogongrass. Forty three new detections have been confirmed from January 1, 2021 through March 17, 2021 in Georgia, bringing the statewide cumulative total to 1,501 cogongrass spots. This number is moderately higher than the 31 detections made during this same time period in 2020. | |||
2021 Dirty Dozen (Top Twelve Nonnative Invasive Plants) List | 72 counties have had cogongrass detections since 2007, and to date 34 of the 72 counties have no active cogongrass. Georgia’s proactive treatment program assists landowners across the state, and 85% of all known cogongrass spots in Georgia are considered inactive. The Georgia Forestry Commission documents all known cogongrass infestations.Invasive Species: Any plant or animal that has been introduced and aggressively competes with and displaces local native communities; normally having no native enemies to limit reproduction and spread. The Dirty Dozen List of Non-native Invasive Species is ranked by the total acres occupied according to Forest Inventory and Analysis data. Honey Suckle and Fescue are not included in this list. Credit for the data used to make this list to the US Forest Service Forest Inventory and Analysis Program and The Georgia Forestry Commission FIA Foresters. | |||
2021 Economic Benefits of the Forestry Industry in Georgia | Georgia’s forest industry has many components, which interact with all other sectors of the economy in complex ways. The purposes of this analysis are to: (1) quantify the level of economic activity conducted by the components of the forest industry, (2) estimate economic activity supported in all Georgia sectors by the industry’s activities, (3) compare the level of activity in the forest industry with other industries, and (4) quantify the economic activity of forest industry sectors within each of the 12 regional commissions in Georgia. | |||
2021 Economic Factsheet of the Forest Industry in Georgia Factsheet | Economic activity is measured by output, employment, and compensation generated directly by Georgia’s forest industry. | |||
2021 Firewood Map | Firewood industry list and map. | |||
2021 Forestry BMP Survey Highlights | The Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) has completed its 2021 Forestry BMP Implementation Survey covering 260 randomly selected sites statewide. | |||
2021 GA Stewardship Steering Committee Meeting | The GA Stewardship Steering Committee along with the Georgia Forestry Commission have a discussion about partnerships, legacy, and other topics related to #stewardship in #Georgia. #forestry #gatrees #education #prescribedfire #forest #legacy #partnerships | Video | ||
2021 Georgia Exporting Mills | 2021 EXPORTERS BY MILL TYPE | Community, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner | ||
2021 Low Water Crossing Installation in Lower Coastal Plain | The Federal Clean Water Act, Section 404, exempts normal, established, ongoing silvicultural activities from the permitting process for discharges of dredged or fill material in jurisdictional wetlands; provided that 15 federal mandates are complied with. This crossing: | |||
2021 Wood-Using Industry Directory | The Georgia Forestry Commission is pleased to bring you the 2021 Georgia Primary Wood-Using Industries Directory. The Directory is designed to serve as a reference for producers seeking to market their wood products and for wood users in locating suppliers. | |||
2021-2022 Dawson Forest Trail Use Restrictions | Dawson Forest Wildlife Management Area (WMA) City of Atlanta Tract – Trail Schedule July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2022 | |||
2022 American Tree Farm System Landscape Management Plan for the State of Georgia | The American Forest Foundation (AFF), in conjunction with Southern Forestry Consultants, Inc.(SFC), developed the original components, outlines, structure, and drafts of the Landscape Management Plan (LMP) and the associated geodatabase. AFF and SFC also worked cooperatively to evaluate and incorporate edits, comments, and modifications that resulted in the final LMP and geodatabase. | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner | ||
2022 Chinese Privet Identification Sheet | Chinese (Ligustrum sinense), European (Ligustrum vulgare) and Japanese (Ligustrum japonicum) privets are all listed as invasive-exotic species that threaten native South Carolina forests. These are semi-evergreen, multi-stemmed shrubs or small trees that can grow up to a height of 20 feet. Ligustrum sp. are native to China, parts of Europe and Japan, and were first introduced into the United States around 1909 for ornamental use as shrub borders, erosion control plantings and wildlife forage. Characteristic flowers of Ligustrum species are showy, panicles of tiny, creamy-white flowers that are very fragrant and abundant in late spring through summer. Fruit produced are small, rounded dark-purple berries that persist throughout the winter, especially favored by birds. | |||
2022 Cogongrass County Density Map Winter Update | Sources: Esri, Airbus DS, USGS, NGA, NASA, CGIAR, N Robinson, NCEAS, NLS, OS, NMA, Geodatastyrelsen, Rijkswaterstaat, GSA, Geoland, FEMA, Intermap and the GIS user community, Sources: Esri, HERE, Garmin, FAO, NOAA, USGS, © OpenStreetMap contributors, and the GIS User Community | |||
2022 Cogongrass in Georgia Winter Update | In 2021, Irwin, Jones, and Pierce Counties were the only counties reporting cogongrass for the first time. There were 156 detections in 2021, bringing the number of known cogongrass spots in the state to 1621, scattered across 72 counties. | |||
2022 EAB_update | ||||
2022 Georgia Firsts Fact Sheet | Georgia’s leadership in the production of forest products in the U.S. south, nation and world is possible because of the | |||
2022 Known Cogongrass in Georgia Map | Sources: Esri, Airbus DS, USGS, NGA, NASA, CGIAR, N Robinson, NCEAS, NLS, OS, NMA, Geodatastyrelsen, Rijkswaterstaat, GSA, Geoland, FEMA, Intermap and the GIS user community, Sources: Esri, HERE, Garmin, FAO, NOAA, USGS, © OpenStreetMap contributors, and the GIS User Community | |||
2022 Tornado Damage Assessment from April 5 and 6, 2022 | Description of the Event: On Tuesday, April 5th, and Wednesday, April 6th, a strong storm system produced multiple tornadoes, mainly across central and South Georgia. Georgia Forestry Commission management foresters and GIS foresters helped assess and map out the damage that occurred throughout the state. There | |||
2022 Tree Planting Campaign Guide | This document is a guide to reforesting cities and towns. | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner | ||
2022 Water Quality Area Map | The state is divided into five regions to ensure the best management of water controls. | Community, Community Planner, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner | ||
2022 Wood Using Industry (Chip Mill) Map | Chip Mill Industry in Georgia | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | ||
2022 Wood Using Industry (chip-log export) | Chip-Log Wood Products | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | ||
2022 Wood Using Industry (energy product) | Energy Products | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | ||
2022 Wood Using Industry (log home) Map | Log Home Wood Products | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | ||
2022 Wood Using Industry (mulch) | Wood Mulch Products | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | ||
2022 Wood Using Industry (panel & eng wood) | Panel & Engineered Wood Products | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | ||
2022 Wood Using Industry (post-pole) | Post-Pole Wood Products | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | ||
2022 Wood Using Industry (pulp) | Pulp Wood Products | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | ||
2022 Wood Using Industry (sawmill hardwood – softwood) | Sawmill – Hardwood/Softwood Products | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | ||
2022 Wood Using Industry (sawmill hardwood) | Sawmill – Hardwood Products | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | ||
2022 Wood Using Industry (sawmill-softwood) | Sawmill – Softwood Products | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | ||
2022 Wood Using Industry (shavings) | Wood Shavings Products | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | ||
2022 Wood Using Industry (veneer) | Veneer Wood Products | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | ||
2022 Wood Using Industry Template (with Mills by County) | Template (with Mills by County) | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | ||
2022 Wood Using Industry Template (Without Mills by County) | Template-Without-Mills-by-County | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | ||
2022-06 Wood Using Industries Directory (Excel) | Excel format of Wood Using Industries Directory 2022 | |||
2023 Cogongrass County Density Map | Community, GFC Partners, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | |||
2023 Cogongrass Percent Inactive Map | Community, GFC Partners, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | |||
2023 Cogongrass Spring Update | GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Landowner | |||
2023 Cogongrass Winter Update | Community, GFC Partners, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | |||
2023 Known Cogongrass in Georgia | Community, GFC Partners, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | |||
2023 South GA cost share flyer | ||||
A Closer Look at Stem Quality of Old-Field Planted Longleaf Pines | GFC worked with the University of Georgia on a longleaf pine stem quality study funded by a grant from the US Forest Service. This study was performed with the primary objective of quantifying the sawtimber and pole potential of longleaf pine trees planted in old-fields/pastures/hay fields. More than 200 landowner sites were | |||
About the Tree City USA Program | The Tree City USA program has been greening up cities and towns across America since 1976. It is a nationwide movement that provides the framework necessary for communities to manage and expand their public trees. Learn more. | Community, Educator | External Website | |
ACD Brochure – GFC changes | ||||
ADA Complaint Form | ||||
Add A Line Fire Safety | Add a line to discover objects threaten by fire and things that protect them. | Educator, Student | ||
Ambrosia Beetles in Urban Trees | Ambrosia beetles are non-native (in Georgia) major wood-boring pests that usually attack hardwoods and ornamental trees during times of drought, storm damage and construction damage. | Homeowner | ||
America’s Longleaf Restoration Initiative (ALRI) | ALRI is a collaborative effort of multiple public and private sector partners that actively supports range-wide efforts to restore and conserve longleaf pine ecosystems. | External Website | ||
American Carbon Registry | The American Carbon Registry (ACR), a nonprofit enterprise of Winrock International, was founded in 1996 as the first private voluntary greenhouse gas registry in the world. | External Website | ||
Analysis of the Feasibility of Forest Biomass Production (2011) | ||||
Animal Tracks Activity | Activity for discovering animal tracks around your home. | Educator, Student | ||
Application Resources for Tree City USA | Several tools are available to help you meet the four standards and complete your application for Tree City USA recognition. | Community, Educator | External Website | |
Appling CWPP -2018 | ||||
April 13, 2006 | ||||
April 16, 2015 | ||||
April 21, 2010 | ||||
April 23, 2013 | ||||
April 29, 2014 | ||||
April 30, 2013 | ||||
Arbor Day | Resources and ideas for local celebrations. | Community | Page on GFC Website | |
Arbor Day Foundation Seedlings Reimbursement Program Terms and Conditions | ||||
Area Fire Weather Forecast | Daily forecasts with NFDRS Ratings and State-wide Fire Danger Ratings | Community Planner, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner | Page on GFC Website | |
Ask for Wood Website | This is a link to Ask for Wood which is part of the Keeping Forests Initiative. The website contains a lot of facts on wood, it’s properties, environmental benefits, etc. | External Website | ||
Ask the Arborist | Online assistance for homeowner’s questions about the trees in your yard. | Community | Page on GFC Website | |
Ask The Arborist Series: Assessing Storm Damage 101 | Steps on assessing storm damage around our home and property. | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | Video | |
Ask The Arborist Series: Best Pruning Tips & Techniques | Best tips and techniques on pruning trees | Community | Video | |
Ask The Arborist Series: Best Watering Practices | Best watering practices for your trees | Community | Video | |
Ask the Arborist Series: Insects and Diseases | Learn about different types of insects and diseases that can affect our trees. | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | Video | |
Ask The Arborist Series: Mulching Tips & Techniques | Tips & techniques for using mulch around your trees | Community | Video | |
Ask The Arborist Series: Risk Assessment for your Trees | How to assess various types of trees and explains certain risk factors. | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | Video | |
Ask The Arborist Series: Why Hire an Arborist? | The importance of hiring an #ISA #Certified #Arborist to care for our trees. | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | Video | |
Ask the Arborist: Root and Soil Disturbance | Steps on how to assess root and soil disturbance and best practices. | Video | ||
Ask the Arborist: Tree Identification 101 | Shows us how to identify common trees in our backyard. | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | Video | |
Assessing Soil Water Resource Space | Trees require high quality resources in the correct proportions to perform best. Water, and the soil volume which holds water, are critical to great tree growth. | Homeowner | ||
Athens Community Tree Council | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | External Website | ||
Atkinson CWPP -2018 | ||||
August 15, 2006 | ||||
August 16, 2007 | ||||
August 30, 2019 | ||||
August 8, 2013 | ||||
Autumn Leaves Flyer | Shorter days and cooler nights start a precise clockwork of physical and chemical interactions within leaf cells bringing forests ablaze with color as they prepare for winter dormancy. In response to certain environmental stimuli, leaf pigments begin to reveal themselves in the leaves of Georgia’s deciduous trees. The amount of pigments in trees depends on the tree species, soil composition, and other environmental components. | |||
Bacon CWPP -2019 | ||||
Baker CWPP -2017 | ||||
Banks CWPP 2022 | ||||
Barrow CWPP -2017 | ||||
Bartow CWPP -2013 | ||||
Ben Hill CWPP -2018 | ||||
Benefits of Tree Campus Higher Education® Program | A commitment to trees on your campus can significantly reduce the amount of energy a campus, and community, needs to generate. | Community, Educator, Student | External Website | |
Berrien CWPP -2017 | ||||
Billy Lancaster Forestry Youth Camp | This Camp provides an indoor and outdoor classroom for energetic, inquisitive students to learn about forestry, wildlife, ecology, tree identification, fire protection, forest products and the people who manage these resources in Georgia’s vast forests. It was founded in 1988 by Billy Lancaster and is sponsored by the Georgia Division of the Society of American Foresters. For ages 12-13. | Student | External Website | |
Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services: Bloom or Bust? | A Document of the UNEP FI Biodiversity & Ecosystem Services Work Stream (BESW). | |||
Biology and Management of the Hemlock Woolly Adelgid in the Eastern U.S. | Hemlock trees in eastern forests are late successional tree species that provide shade for the forest understory. Globally, there are ten hemlock species, with populations located in Asia and eastern and western North America12. Eastern hemlock (Tsuga canadensis) and Carolina hemlock (Tsuga caroliniana) grow in the eastern U.S. These trees have great ecological and cultural value in forests. However, the invasive hemlock woolly adelgid (Adelges tsugae or HWA) is decimating hemlock populations throughout much of the trees’ native range, altering landscapes, and threatening these iconic tree species in both rural and urban areas. | External Website | ||
Biomass Assessment Services for Industry (2008) | ||||
Biomass Designation and Tracking for Renewable Biofuels Production | ||||
Biomass Supplier List | Biomass Supplier List | |||
Bleckley CWPP -2017 | ||||
Bot Canker in Ornamental Trees | Bot canker is a serious pathogen of landscape and ornamental trees. This fungus is opportunistic and generally requires a weakened or damaged host. | Homeowner | ||
Brantley CWPP -2018 | ||||
Brasstown Bald Webcams | Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest in Georgia | External Website | ||
Brooks CWPP -2019 | ||||
Bryan County CWPP (Revised 2018) | ||||
Bulloch CWPP -2018 | ||||
Burke CWPP -2019 | ||||
Butts CWPP -2016 | ||||
Calhoun CWPP -2018 | ||||
Callery Pear Information | Callery pear is one of the most rapidly-spreading invasive plants in the eastern U.S. This plant stems from cultivars of ornamental pears, most commonly the Bradford pear. Callery pear can have long thorns, and grows singly or in thick patches in old fields, roadsides, or forested areas. | External Website | ||
Camden CWPP -2018 | ||||
Candler CWPP -2019 | ||||
Carpenter Ants and Trees | Carpenter ants are common in log houses and other wooden structures. These insects are primarily a nuisance, and are not likely to cause serious damage quickly. | Homeowner | ||
Casualty Loss and Involuntary Conversion Applicable for Timberland Owners | A review of some of the Internal Revenue Service rules, regulations and or Revenue Rulings pertaining to Casualty Losses. | Landowner | ||
Catoosa CWPP -2013 | ||||
Cavities in Trees | Cavities are created when physical wounding of the trunk occurs whether by human, weather or wildlife action. These wounds are then expanded by wood decaying fungi, bacteria or wildlife and can occur anywhere on the tree, but are most critical when they occur in the trunk or in major stems and branches. | Homeowner | ||
Center for Watershed Protection | Learn how to conduct Urban Tree Canopy assessments and goal setting. | Community Planner | External Website | |
Champion Trees Overview | Learn more about how to measure, score, and nominate a Champion Tree. | Video | ||
Charlton CWPP -2019 | ||||
Chatham CWPP -2020 | ||||
Chattahoochee CWPP -2017 | ||||
Chattooga CWPP -2020 | ||||
City of Atlanta Interactive Maps | Assessing Urban Tree Canopy in the City of Atlanta. | Community Planner | External Website | |
Clay CWPP -2017 | ||||
Clayhole WMA | County: Glynn | GFC Partners, Landowner | ||
Clean Water Connect The Dots | Learn about clean water while connecting the dots. | Educator, Student | ||
Cleaning our Air Fact Sheet | Did you know that Georgia’s 22 million acres of working forests provide clean air for you to breathe every day? Download fact sheet to learn more. | Community Planner, Educator | ||
Climate Action Reserve | A helpful source of information for Forest Offset Project Standards and Protocols. | External Website | ||
Clinch CWPP -2018 | ||||
Coastal Arborist Association | The Coastal Arborist Association (CAA) was founded in 2015 to provide education, training, and fellowship to arborists in the coastal region of Georgia and South Carolina. | Community | External Website | |
Coastal Bryan Tree Foundation | Tree advocacy group. | Community Planner, Educator | External Website | |
Coastal Georgia’s Green Infrastructure & Stormwater Management | Discover the damaging effects of stormwater runoff and how you can help protect, preserve, and restore Coastal Georgia’s water quality and natural resources. | Community Planner, Homeowner | Video | |
Cobb Trees | Tree advocacy group. | Community Planner, Educator | External Website | |
Coffee CWPP -2018 | ||||
Cogongrass Eradication Agreement | Form for landowners to submit for assistance with cogongrass eradication. | Landowner | ||
Cogongrass Eradication Strategies | GFC began treating cogongrass in 2007 and has developed several methods to combat the problem. | Landowner | ||
Cogongrass in Georgia | 14 minute Youtube video descriving cogongrass and its impact in Georgia | Landowner | Video | |
Cogongrass in Georgia PSA | 30 second Youtube video advising Georgians to be on the look out for cogongrass | Landowner | Video | |
Cogongrass: Identifying one of the Most Invasive Plant Species | Cogongrass is one of the most invasive plants in Georgia. Follow along with Lynne Womack, our Forest Health Coordinator, and Mark McClure, our Forest Health Specialist, as they discuss the characteristics, common look-a-likes, and location of Cogongrass. | Video | ||
Cogongrass.org | Comprehensive information on cogongrass in Georgia along with links to other southeastern state efforts on cogongrass | Landowner | External Website | |
Color by Number | Color by Number to make a forest scene | Educator, Student | ||
Colquitt CWPP -2018 | ||||
Columbia CWPP -2020 | ||||
Community Forestry Assistance Program | GFC’s Sustainable Community Forestry Program (SCFP) provides technical support to cities, counties, elementary schools, college campuses, home owners and nonprofit organizations. | Community | Page on GFC Website | |
Community Forestry Friend Program Application | The Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) is rewarding communities and campuses implementing | Community, Community Planner | ||
Community Tree Planting and Establishment Guidelines | This Document is intended to aid homeowners and local government staff in planting and directing the establishment and maintenance of community trees. | Georgia ReLeaf Grant Program | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner | |
Comparing Certification Standards in the U.S. | A research study on how alternate forest certification systems could impact timberland economics in the United States. The three programs evaluated included ATFS, FSC and SFI. | |||
Condensed Seedling Price List 2022-23 | Seedling prices for 2022 – 23 | |||
Conserving Habitat for Georgia’s Wildlife Fact Sheet | Georgia is one of the most biologically diverse states in the nation, and working forests play a big role ensuring healthy wildlife habitats. Download fact sheet to learn more. | Community Planner, Educator | ||
Consulting Foresters List | This application allows you to search for consulting foresters that cover the state of Georgia. These professionals are registered foresters within the state and have personally requested to be added to GFC’s database. | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | External Website | |
Consulting Foresters List | This application allows you to search for consulting foresters that cover the state of Georgia. These professionals are registered foresters within the state and have personally requested to be added to GFC’s database. | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | External Website | |
Cook CWPP -2018 | ||||
Cooperative Forestry | The Cooperative Forestry unit of the USDA Forest Service works closely with partners to enhance and maintain forests across watersheds and ecosystems, both on private and public land, for the benefits they provide to the American people. Cooperative Forestry delivers its work through states, local governments, other federal agencies, non-profit organizations, and other partners leveraging additional resources and fueling innovation. | Landowner | External Website | |
Cooperative Forestry Assistance Act Of 1978 | ||||
Cost Share & Incentive Programs | Learn about Cost-share and conservation assistance through federal and state programs. | Landowner | Page on GFC Website | |
Cost Share & Incentive Programs | Several federal, state, local and private cost sharing and incentive programs are available to help you meet your forestry management goals. Review programs. | Landowner | Page on GFC Website | |
County Extension Offices | Connecting with your Extension County Office can keep you up to date with events, programs, and services just for you. | External Website | ||
Coweta CWPP -2016 | ||||
Crawford CWPP -2016 | ||||
Crisp CWPP -2017 | ||||
Current Fire Danger Rating | Daily updated information on current fire dangers across the state | Community Planner, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner | Page on GFC Website | |
Dade CWPP -2018 | ||||
Daily Fire Danger Rating Map | Daily updates of fire risks across Georgia | Community Planner, Homeowner, Landowner | External Website | |
Dawson CWPP -2017 | ||||
Dawson Forest Basic Features Map | ||||
Dawson Forest Trail Map | ||||
Dawson Forest Trail Use Restrictions 2019-2020 | ||||
Dawson Forest Trail Use Restrictions 2022-23 | ||||
Dawson Horse Trail Permit Application | ||||
Debris Burning Safe Practices – English | Best practices to prevent injury and damage when burning | Homeowner, Landowner | ||
Debris Burning Safe Practices – Español | Mejores prácticas para evitar lesiones y daños al quemar | Homeowner, Landowner | ||
Decatur CWPP -2017 | ||||
December 12, 2018 | ||||
Declining Urban and Community Tree Cover Report | National results indicate that tree cover in urban/community areas of the United States is on the decline at a rate of about 175,000 acres per year, which corresponds to approximately 36 million trees per year. View report. | Community Planner | External Website | |
Deregulation | ||||
Destination Ag: Our Family Tree Farm | Literary resources for elementary-level readers providing an entertaining and unique look into Georgia’s agriculture industry and a deeper connection to the food and fiber products importance in our daily lives. | Educator | External Website | |
Dirty Dozen List – Nonnative Invasive Plants (2019) | The Dirty Dozen List of Nonnative Invasive Species is ranked by the total acres occupied according to Forest Inventory and Analysis data | |||
Disaster Assistance – Federal Programs | USDA is here to help you prepare, recover, and build long-term resilience to natural disasters. | External Website | ||
Disaster Resource Center | The USDA Disaster Resource Center offers information about specific disasters and emergencies, how to prepare, recover, and help build long-term resilience, as well as information about USDA assistance during disaster events. | Community, Homeowner, Landowner | External Website | |
Discover Careers in the Forest | Explore various types of forestry careers through this booklet that is aligned with essential knowledge and skills in science and mathematics for grades 3rd through 5th. This workbook can stand alone or be easily integrated into existing lesson plans on ecology, earth science, or general environmental education. | Student | External Website | |
Discrimination and Harassment complaint form | Human Resources filing document. | |||
Diseases of Leyland Cypress in the Landscape | Leyland cypress has become one of the most widely used plants in commercial and residential landscapes, and it is relatively pest-free. However, because of its relatively shallow root system, and because they are often planted too close together and in poorly drained soils, Leyland cypress is prone to root rot and several damaging canker diseases, especially during periods of prolonged drought. | Homeowner | ||
Distribution and Spread of Laurel Wilt Disease in Georgia (2006-08) | Survey and Field Observations – Laurel wilt is a disease of woody plants in the laurel family (Lauraceae). Hundreds of millions of redbay (Persea borbonia) trees have been killed by laurel wilt in the southeastern Atlantic Coastal Plain region of the United States. | |||
Dixon Memorial State Forest FY23 1st Thinning | County: Ware and Brantley | Community, GFC Partners | ||
Dodge CWPP -2016 | ||||
Don’t Move Firewood | Georgia Forestry Commission Forest Health experts say moving firewood has been linked to the spread of destructive, non-native insects and diseases to forest ecosystems. While these pests can’t move far on their own, they can travel hundreds of miles when people move firewood, logs, chips, and mulch. Forest pests can kill our native trees and be very expensive, if not impossible, to control. | |||
Don’t Move Firewood (brochure) | Important information about why moving firewood can cause big problems. | |||
Don’t Move Firewood.org | The Don’t Move Firewood campaign is an outreach partnership managed by The Nature Conservancy. The overarching goal of the campaign is to protect trees and forests all across North America from invasive insects and diseases that can travel in or on contaminated firewood. | External Website | ||
Dooly CWPP -2017 | ||||
Dougherty CWPP -2017 | ||||
EAB – Destructive Tree Pest Detected in Georgia (2013) | An invasive insect responsible for the death or decline of tens of millions of ash trees in 20 states has been detected in Georgia for the first time. | |||
EAB – GAinvasives.org | Detailed information about emerald ash borer (EAB) from the Georgia Invasive Species Task Force. | External Website | ||
EAB Chemical Treatments | Treatment options for emerald ash borer (EAB). | |||
EAB Homeowner Decision Guide | Guidelines for homeowners dealing with infestation from emerald ash borer (EAB) pests. | |||
EAB Insecticide Fact Sheet | Insecticide information for treatment of emerald ash borer (EAB). | |||
EAB Update (2020) | Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) was first detected in Georgia in 2013 in DeKalb and Fulton Counties and has now been found in 37 counties in Georgia. As of September 2020, there are infestations in 36 states and five Canadian provinces. | |||
EAB Update (posted 9-24-21) | Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) was first detected in Georgia in 2013 in DeKalb and Fulton Counties and has now been found in 44 counties in Georgia. As of September 2021, there are infestations in 35 states, the District of Columbia and five Canadian provinces. Since 2013, both the Georgia Department of Agriculture and the Georgia Forestry Commission have followed federal guidelines and restricted the movement of ash materials out of quarantine areas. | |||
Early CWPP -2018 | ||||
Eastern Tent Caterpillar, Forest Tent Caterpillar and Fall Webworm | Helpful information about identifying and controlling tent caterpillars and webworms. | Homeowner | ||
Echols CWPP -2018 | ||||
Ecosystem Marketplace | Launched as a web-based information platform in 2004, Ecosystem Marketplace publishes newsletters, breaking news, original feature articles and major reports about market-based approaches to conserving ecosystem services. | External Website | ||
Ecosystem Services – A Guide for Decision Makers | A Guide for Decision Makers: by Janet Ranganathan, Karen Bennett, Ciara Raudsepp-Hearne, Nicolas Lucas, Frances Irwin, Monika Zurek and Neville Ash and Paul West – March 2008 | External Website | ||
Effingham CWPP -2018 | ||||
Elbert County CWPP (Revised 2020) | ||||
eLearn Urban Forestry (eXtension Campus) | eLearn Urban Forestry is a distance-learning program for beginning urban foresters and allied professionals. These include foresters, natural resource planners, landscape architects, city officials and public works employees. (ISA credit and certificate of completion available) | Community Planner, Educator | External Website | |
eLearn Urban Forestry (Southern Regional Extension Forestry) | eLearn Urban Forestry is a distance-learning program for beginning urban foresters and allied professionals. These include foresters, natural resource planners, landscape architects, city officials and public works employees. (ISA credit not available) | Community Planner, Educator | External Website | |
Emanuel CWPP -2018 | ||||
Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) Rules & Regulations | EAB Rules and Regulations from the State of Georgia | Landowner | External Website | |
EmeraldAshBorer.info | Website formed through a multinational effort to provide the latest information about the emerald ash borer (EAB) | Landowner | External Website | |
Emergency Response Plan for Community Officials | The purpose of this Emergency Storm Response Plan is to help clarify the roles of municipal personnel and establish uniform operating procedures in response to tree damage during storm events. | Community Planner | ||
Emergency Response Plan for Community Officials | An effective storm plan will help to minimize a storm’s impacts on your community forest. This Emergency Response Plan developed in Columbus, GA is a good example. | Community Planner | ||
Energy Balance of Wood Pellets | ||||
Entering a New Permit Request | ||||
Environmental Education in Georgia | Environmental Education Advances Quality Education, environmental education (EE) is a learning process that increases knowledge and awareness about the environment and develops skills that enable responsible decisions and actions that impact the environment. | Educator | External Website | |
Environmental Risks to Arthropods from Imidacloprid Applications for Hemlock Conservation | Managing hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA) can involve use of insecticides. When it does, the non-target impacts (negative effects to other organisms) need to be thoroughly considered | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | ||
EPA Office of Air and Radiation | Information for the Office of Air and Radiation (OAR), which oversees policies and protections for air quality and radiation exposure | Community Planner, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner | External Website | |
Estate Planning for Forest Landowners: What will become of your timberland? | The purpose of this book is to provide guidelines and assistance to nonindustrial private forest owners and the legal, tax, financial, insurance, and forestry professionals who serve them on the application of estate planning techniques to forest properties. | Landowner | External Website | |
Evaluation of Laurel Wilt Disease in Georgia- Progression in Redbay and Sassafras (2008-2010) | Documentation of the growth and spread of Laurel Wilt in Georgia | |||
Evans CWPP -2019 | ||||
Explore Georgia | Official Georgia Tourism and Travel Site | External Website | ||
Fall Color | Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest in Georgia | External Website | ||
Fall Color Pictures | Virginia Tech | External Website | ||
Fall Coloring Activity Sheet | Learn about why leaves change color in the fall through this coloring activity sheet. | |||
Falling Trees and the Integrity of Tree Root Systems | Generally, trees with structurally sound root systems do not fall, except during very high wind events. When trying to determine which trees have root systems that are prone to failure, answers hinge upon a number of factors. | Homeowner | ||
Fannin CWPP -2011 | ||||
Farm Bill (2008) | External Website | |||
February 14, 2011 | ||||
February 25, 2010 | ||||
February 4, 2008 | ||||
February 9, 2009 | ||||
Federal Clean Air Act | Overview of the Clean Air Act and corresponding protections and actions by the EPA | Community Planner, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner | External Website | |
FEMA Disaster Declaration Map | View GA Map of disaster declaration by FEMA. | Landowner | ||
FFP Program Overview | The Firefighter Property (FFP) Program refers to excess Department of Defense (DoD) property that is suitable for use in providing fire and emergency services. The FFP Program began in 2005; Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) began participating in 2012. The US Department of Defense (DoD) allows USFS to manage excess DoD Firefighting property transfers. USFS works in cooperation with the State agency responsible for wildland and rural firefighting to ensure authorized and qualified firefighting entities are Users/Recipients of the property. | |||
FIA Statistics Report for Georgia (1997) | This report highlights the principal findings of the seventh forest survey of Georgia. Field work began in November 1995 and was completed in April 1998. Six previous surveys, completed in 1936, 1953, 1961, 1972, 1982, and 1989 provide statistics for measuring changes and trends over the previous 62 years. | |||
Find Tree Campus Higher Education® Schools | View campuses receiving Tree Campus Higher Education® recognition! | Community, Educator, Student | ||
Find Tree City USA Communities | Thousands of Tree City USA communities—large and small—have made a commitment to their urban tree canopy and their residents. Check them our. | Community, Educator | External Website | |
Find Tree Line USA Utilities Participants | Directory for Tree Line USA Utilities. | Community Planner | External Website | |
Fine Fuel Moisture Table | A close estimate of the fine dead fuel moisture (FDFM) on your burn unit any time a FDFM reading is desired | GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner | ||
Fire Danger Rating | Graphic data from statewide fire danger weather stations | Community Planner, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner | Page on GFC Website | |
Fire In The Forest | Learn about forest fires and prescribe burning. | Educator, Student | ||
Fire Prevention Week | Fire Prevention Week works to educate everyone about the small but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe. Learn more about creating a plan. | Educator | External Website | |
Fire Weather Forecast | Current Fire Weather Forecasts and current National Fire Danger Ratings by GFC Areas | Community Planner, Homeowner, Landowner | External Website | |
Firewise Success Story – Wildcat Community / Dawson County | Overview of the Firewise program in Wildcat community in the North Georgia mountains | |||
Firewise USA® | A program that teaches people how to adapt to living with wildfire and encourages neighbors to work together to prevent losses | Homeowner, Landowner | External Website | |
Firewood – Stop Invasives (Poster) | Reminders about the dangers of moving firewood and spreading insect infestations and growth of invasives. | |||
Fireworks Safety – Firewise | ||||
Five Year Plan for Georgia’s Urban & Community Forest | The five-year plan is a guidance document for the Urban & Community Forestry program of the GFC and the GTC. The plan is developed by a diverse group of industry leaders in Georgia. | Community Planner | ||
Floyd CWPP -2011 | ||||
Forecast Fire Danger Rating | Daily updates for 24-hour fire danger forecast | Community Planner, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner | Page on GFC Website | |
Forecast Fire Danger Rating for the Co-Op Area | Forecasted weather conditions and fire danger ratings for the Co-Op Area (Oakland Station – North Marion County) | Landowner | External Website, Page on GFC Website | |
Forest Action Plan – GA Statewide Assessment of Forest Resources (2015) | Georgia’s 24 million acres of forest land are a rich and renewable resource that provide a myriad of benefits to citizens across the state. This updated Statewide Assessment of Forest Resources addresses the conditions and issues at hand today, and prioritize concerns for the near and distant future. | |||
Forest Animals Word Scramble | Unscramble letters to discover forest animals. | Educator, Student | ||
Forest Certification and the Sustainability Issue Concerning Wood Products | Helpful overview regarding the merits of Forest Certification. | |||
Forest Certification FAQs | ||||
Forest Debris Management Program Performance Form | Form to help you gather the appropriate information for Forest Debris Management Program (FDMP) activities. | |||
Forest Debris Management Program Practices | View acceptable debris management practices include chipping, grinding, root raking, piling, windrowing, pile burning, or other cost-effective methods to manage storm damage debris. | |||
Forest Fast Break Videos | Short videos to highlight important forestry-related topics. | Educator | External Website | |
Forest Health | A healthy forest is a working forest. They work to filter our water, clean our air, and provide homes for wildlife and peaceful spaces for us to enjoy. Learn more about healthy forests. | Landowner | Page on GFC Website | |
Forest Health Guide | ||||
Forest Health Program Area Map | ||||
Forest Industry & Analysis (FIA) – National Program | External Website | |||
Forest Inventory and Analysis (FIA) National Program | As the Nation’s continuous forest census, the FIA program projects how forests are likely to appear 10 to 50 years from now. This enables us to evaluate whether current forest management practices are sustainable in the long run and to assess whether current policies will allow the next generation to enjoy America’s forests as we do today. | External Website | ||
Forest Legacy – Assessment of Needs | This assessment documents the need for a Forest Legacy Program in Georgia; identifies and delineates the boundaries of forest areas meeting the eligibility | |||
Forest Legacy Areas (2016 Map) | ||||
Forest Management Plan | A forest management plan is the roadmap to a healthy forest. Landowners have diverse goals for their forested land. Explore the benefits of creating a forest management plan. | Landowner | Page on GFC Website | |
Forest Product Sales Agreement (SAMPLE ONLY) | This is an example of a contract agreement for the sale of timber or forest products. It is meant for informational purposes and is a SAMPLE ONLY. This document has no legal standing in the execution of a sale between parties. | |||
Forest Product Sales Contract for Lump Sum Sales Sample | Sample contract agreement for private landowners selling trees, timber or wood by lump sum. | Landowner | ||
Forest Product Sales Contract for Per-unit Sales Sample | Sample contract agreement for private landowners selling trees, timber or wood by unit. | Landowner | ||
Forest Products Network Website | View listings of primary forest products mills or secondary forest products manufacturers. | External Website | ||
Forest Products Scavenger Hunt | Scavenger Hunt for forest product items around the house/yard. | Educator, Student | ||
Forest Service’s Forest Inventory and Analysis | The Forest Service’s Forest Inventory and Analysis (FIA) program has provided the Nation’s forest census since 1930. A system of forest measurement field plots across the United States serves as the program’s foundation. | Community Planner | External Website | |
Forest Steward Designation Evaluation Form | Landowners enrolled in Georgia’s Forest Stewardship Program should periodically be evaluated to ensure they are on the path of good land stewardship. Before a landowner can be honored as a Forest Steward, a completed copy of this evaluation form along with a copy of the forest stewardship plan must be provided to the local District Stewardship Forester. | |||
Forest Stewardship Glossary | A glossary of Forestry & Wildlife terms. Authored by the Georgia Forestry Commission. | Community, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner | ||
Forest Stewardship Program Application | Apply to the Forest Stewardship Program. | |||
Forest Stewardship Program Map | Contacts and map. | |||
Forest, Farm, and Homeowners: Address Heirs Property, Unlock Your Wealth, and Mitigate Natural Disasters | Page on GFC Website | |||
Forest2Market | Forest2Market is a global provider of timber pricing, cost benchmarks and in-depth analytics for participants in the wood raw materials supply chain. Our data-based solutions provide insight into complex business issues and support fact-based decision making and planning. | External Website | ||
Forest2Market | Global Wood & Fiber Supply Chain Experts. | External Website | ||
Forestry Biomass Assessment for Georgia (2021) | ||||
Forests of Georgia, 2018 | ||||
Franklin CWPP -2012 | ||||
Friday, March 27, 2020 – Agenda | Friday, March 27, 2020 – Agenda | |||
Friday, March 27, 2020 – Meeting Notice | Board Meeting note for Friday, March 27, 2020. | |||
Fun in the Woods Coloring Sheet | Coloring sheet showing fun things to do in the woods. | Educator, Student | ||
Fungal Conks on Trees | Fungal Conks, or mushrooms growing from the trunk or base of a tree, are an indication that a rotinducing pathogen has taken up residence. Some of these fungi are significantly less harmful than others, but all warrant further investigation. | Homeowner | ||
FY23 WCG Rx Fire Applicants Information | This cost-share program is focused on reintroducing prescribed fire in the Chattahoochee Fall Line area of Georgia to provide ecological benefits and reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfires. The program will be implemented by the Georgia Forestry Commission with funding from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, American Forest Foundation, Georgia Department of Natural Resources Bobwhite Quail Initiative, Landscape Scale Restoration Grant, and other partners. | Landowner | ||
GA Outdoor Burn Notification System Changes Fact Sheet | Changes are being made to Georgia’s outdoor burn notification system. The law no longer requires a burner to inform the GFC online or by phone about their intention to burn leaf piles and yard debris. New legal safety requirements are now specified for this type of debris burning. | |||
GA Outdoor Burn Notification System FAQs (Spanish Version) | GA código sección 12-6-90 elimina la necesidad de notificar a la comisión forestal de Georgia cuando una persona, empresa, corporación o asociación tiene la intención de quemar vegetación apilada a mano/ escombros de patio. Sin embargo, se añadieron importantes precauciones de prevención de incendios para los quemadores. | |||
GA Outdoor Burn Notification System Frequently Asked Questions | GA code section 12-6-90 eliminates the need to notify the Georgia Forestry Commission when a person, firm,corporation or association intends to burn hand-piled vegetation/yard debris. Important fire prevention precautions for burners, however, were added. | |||
GA Southern Pine Beetle Outbreak Map (1960-2004) | Map outlining historical outbreaks of southern pine beetle infestations. | |||
GA Tree Council – Tree Ordinance Central | Landowner | External Website | ||
GA Tree Owners Manual | From Planting to Maintenance | Georgia ReLeaf Grant Program | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner | |
Gall Producing Insects | Galls are abnormal vegetative growths on trees that result from the feeding and egg laying activities of various insects and mites. Generally, galls are not life threatening to trees, but there are recommended steps to control the growth. | Homeowner | ||
GBWF Registration Form | ||||
GEMA County Locations | In addition to county offices, the state is parceled into eight different regions for GEMA and Homeland Security response. | External Website | ||
Generating Value through Forest Carbon – An Introduction | Individuals seeking facts about the forestry carbon marketplace can easily be overwhelmed by the amount of information available. Confusing and contradictory details can make it very hard to assess income potential or assign appropriate risk. This guide seeks to provide answers to the most frequently asked questions about forestry carbon and help direct further investigation. | |||
Georgia 2021 SPB Aerial Survey Report | Southern pine beetle (SPB) activity was very low across the state in 2021. Above average rainfall throughout the summer maintained healthy tree vigor resulting in very few pine beetle spots. Flights were flown across the state in August and September for a total of 5,509 | |||
Georgia 2022 SPB Aerial Survey Report | ||||
Georgia 2022 SPB Prediction Trapping Results | The Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) participates annually in the southern pine beetle (SPB) prediction trapping program. The southern pine beetle is the most destructive forest pest in the southeastern states. Survey results are documented in an annual report so that activity and damage levels can be anticipated and mitigated. | |||
Georgia 2023 SPB Prediction Trapping Results | Community, Community Planner, GFC Partners, Landowner | |||
Georgia Carbon Registry Factsheet | The Georgia Carbon Registry provides forest landowners, municipalities, and public and private entities with an official mechanism for the development, documentation, and reporting of carbon emissions offset projects undertaken in Georgia. | |||
Georgia Carbon Sequestration Public Hearings – Athens 2007 | Creation of Georgia’s Carbon Sequestration Registry included a public review process of proposed draft protocol documents and presentations. This is related resource document. | |||
Georgia Carbon Sequestration Public Hearings – Statesboro 2007 | Creation of Georgia’s Carbon Sequestration Registry included a public review process of proposed draft protocol documents and presentations. This is related resource document. | |||
Georgia Carbon Sequestration Registry | The Georgia Carbon Sequestration Registry is a non-profit program established by Georgia Senate Bill 356 in 2004 and is administered by the Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) and the Georgia Superior Court Clerks’ Cooperative Authority (GSCCCA). | External Website | ||
Georgia Centennial Farms | The Georgia Centennial Farm Program was developed in 1993 to distinguish family farms that have contributed to preserving Georgia’s agricultural history by maintaining working farms for more than 100 years. The program has recognized over 530 farms around the state. | Educator | External Website | |
Georgia Certified Mills & Products (2022) | This is a list of companies that participated in the Timber Product Output (TPO) annual survey of the primary wood-using industries in Georgia and reported that their wood procurement system and/or listed mills and/or products are certified through SFI, FSC, PEFC or SBP1. | |||
Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) | GDEcD is the state’s lead agency for attracting new business investment, encouraging the expansion of existing industry and small businesses, aligning workforce education and training with in-demand jobs, locating new markets for Georgia products, and planning and mobilizing state resources for economic development. | External Website | ||
Georgia Emergency Management (GEMA) | The state’s preparedness, response and recovery agency works with public and private sector organizations to prevent and respond to natural and man-made emergencies. | External Website | ||
Georgia Envirothon | The Georgia Envirothon, offered in cooperation with the National Conservation Foundation (NCF) Envirothon, is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization established in 1995 to provide hands-on, science-based training in natural resources and ecology to middle and high school students in a challenging, fun, and competitive outdoor experience. | Student | External Website | |
Georgia EPD | Contact information and resources for the state’s Environmental Protection Division (EPD) | Community Planner, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner | External Website | |
Georgia EPD Open Burning Rules | Overview of permissible and impermissible open burning practices | Community Planner, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner | External Website | |
Georgia Forest Products Exports (2019) | An overview of Georgia’s largest product exports for 2019. | |||
Georgia Forestry Laws | GFC is not liable for the distribution of out-of-date material. This document is not legal advice and cannot replace legal advice. Current Georgia Statutes are maintained by the Georgia Secretary of State’s Office, and can be accessed through their website. | Community Planner, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner | ||
Georgia Forestry Magazine | Georgia Forestry Magazine is published by HL Strategy in partnership with the Georgia Forestry Association and Georgia Forestry Commission. Together we are focused on telling the story of Georgia’s working forests, the landowners and producers who steward the land, and the manufacturers who are promoting innovative uses of wood. | Community Planner, Educator, Landowner | External Website | |
Georgia Invasive Species Task Force | The Georgia Invasive Species Task Force is comprised of the Georgia Department of Agriculture, the Georgia Forestry Commission, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, and the University of Georgia. For more than 15 years, members of this group have worked cooperatively together in invasive species detection, education, and control. | External Website | ||
Georgia Model Urban Forest | This guidebook helps organize community support and plan development with green infrastructure in mind | Community Planner | ||
Georgia Prescribed Burn Laws | Prescribed Burn Laws from the Official Code of Georgia, Section 12-6-90 and Sections 12-6-145 through 12-6-149 | Community Planner, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner | External Website | |
Georgia Prescribed Fire Council | Council for prescribed fire advocacy across the state | Homeowner, Landowner | External Website | |
Georgia Project Learning Tree (PLT) | Project Learning Tree (PLT) is an award-winning environmental education program designed for all educators working with students in Pre-K through 12th grade. review curriculums and more. | Educator | External Website | |
Georgia Project WET | Project WET is Water Education for K-12 Teachers! Our goal is to promote awareness, appreciation, knowledge, and stewardship of water resources through classroom-ready teaching materials and educator workshops. Our Mission is to bring WATER EDUCATION to the world! | Educator | External Website | |
Georgia Project WILD | Project WILD has been providing award winning, classroom tested, quality conservation education in Georgia, the U.S. and around the world for over 20 years. It is an environmental education program for students of all ages. This program is sponsored in Georgia by the Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Division and the Georgia Chapter of the Safari Club International. | Educator | External Website | |
Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB) | The mission of GPB is to create, produce and distribute high quality programs and services that educate, inform and entertain our audiences and enrich the quality of their lives. | Educator | External Website | |
Georgia Pulpwood Production Fact Sheet (2009) | This fact sheet is adapted from Southern Pulpwood Production, 2009. The full report presents the findings of a 100 percent canvass of pulpmills that drew roundwood or wood residues from the 13 Southern States during 2009. | |||
Georgia ReLeaf Program | Georgia ReLeaf efforts to help south Georgia communities replace tree canopy lost to severe storms and other communities planting trees for veterans. | Community, Community Planner | External Website | |
Georgia Senate Bill 119 12-6-90 | 1 To amend Code Section 12-6-90 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to | |||
Georgia Sentinel Landscape Prescribed Fire Initiative | ||||
Georgia Southern Pine Beetle Prediction Survey Report (2019) | Outline of projected expansion of southern pine beetle infestations. | |||
Georgia Species Fact Sheets | Review fact sheets on Georgia Species: Amphibians, Birds, Crayfish, Dragonflies, Mammals, Fishes, Mussels and Snails, Plants and Reptiles. | Educator | External Website | |
Georgia Species Management & Conservation Programs | As one of six divisions within Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR), the Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) is charged with conserving, enhancing and promoting Georgia’s wildlife resources, including game and nongame animals, fish and protected plants. | Educator | External Website | |
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. | External Website | ||
Georgia State Board of Registration for Foresters | Overview information about the Georgia State Board of Registration for Foresters. | External Website | ||
Georgia State Holidays (2021) | Listing of state holidays in Georgia for 2021 (GFC offices are closed on state holidays). | |||
Georgia State Wildfires 2012 to Present | View interactive map of wildfires in Georgia from 2012 to the present. | |||
Georgia Tree City USA, Tree Campus Higher Education® and Tree Line USA Map | View interactive map for Tree City USA, Tree Campus Higher Education® & Tree Line USA. | Educator, Student | External Website | |
Georgia Tree Council | Tree advocacy group who works to sustain Georgia’s green legacy by partnering with individuals, organizations, and communities in raising awareness toward improving and maintaining Georgia’s community forests. | Community, Community Planner, Educator | External Website | |
Georgia Water Planning | Georgia manages water resources in a sustainable manner to support the state’s economy, to protect public health and natural systems, and to enhance the quality of life for all citizens. | Landowner | External Website | |
Georgia’s Forests – 5 Year Report (2014) | Inventories provide information needed to formulate sound forest policies, provide information for economic development, develop forest programs, and provide a scientific basis to monitor forest ecosystems. | |||
Georgia’s Forest Legacy Program Brochure | The Forest Legacy Program protects environmentally important working forests threatened by conversion to non-forest uses. GFC assists private landowners with technical advice in forest management and by holding conservation easements that support working forests. | |||
Getting Started with Adopt-A-Stream | This workshop is based on the manual Getting To Know Your Watershed. Volunteers learn about the process of registering the stream, wetland or lake that they will monitor. | Educator | External Website | |
GFC 2008 Annual Report | ||||
GFC 2009 Annual Report | ||||
GFC 2010 Annual Report | ||||
GFC 2011 Annual Report | ||||
GFC 2012 Annual Report | ||||
GFC 2013Annual Report | ||||
GFC 2014 Annual Report | ||||
GFC 2015 Annual Report | ||||
GFC 2016 Annual Report | ||||
GFC 2017 Annual Report | ||||
GFC 2018 Annual Report | ||||
GFC 2019 Annual Report | ||||
GFC and Georgia ReLeaf Grant Program – How to Plant a 5 Gallon Containerized Tree | How to plant a 5 gallon containerized tree from the Southwest Georgia ReLeaf Tree Giveaway. | Video | ||
GFC District Map | ||||
GFC Firewise Communities | List of Firewise Communities in Georgia. | |||
GFC Forecast Area Map (2018) | Georgia is divided into ten areas for tracking fire weather forecast conditions. | |||
GFC HQ Map | Map to the State Agency Headquarters Complex | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | ||
GFC Reforestation Equipment Rentals | ||||
GFC Seedling Brochure 2022-23 | Complete brochure on seedling types, care, and ordering information. | |||
GFC Service Rates (effective 10/22) | Landowner | |||
GFC Services Handout | Overview document of GFC’s services and Area Contact information | |||
Gilmer CWPP -2019 | ||||
Girdling Roots in Trees | Healthy roots are the foundation for a long, beautiful relationship with your trees. A girdling root problem starts very early in a tree’s development and can cut short a plant’s life. | Homeowner | ||
Glascock CWPP -2017 | ||||
Glossary of Tree Ordinance Terms | Guide includes a list of tree ordinance terms. | Community, Community Planner | ||
Glynn CWPP -2019 | ||||
Gordon CWPP -2013 | ||||
GPB Virtual Leaning Journey: Georgia Forests | Take your students on an interactive journey through the working forests of Georgia to learn about forest ecosystems, food webs, and life cycles, as well as forestry management processes, career opportunities, and much more. Key concepts are presented through text, images, videos, 360º tours, and interactive elements. | Educator | External Website | |
Grady CWPP -2018 | ||||
Green Buffers for Screening and Noise Reduction | This document discusses basic landscape tools and guidelines for optimizing sound reduction and visual screening. | Homeowner | ||
Green Cities: Active Living | Recent research indicates that quality outdoor environments affect activity attitudes and behaviors. Urban greening contributes to more walkable places. | Community Planner, Educator | External Website | |
Green Cities: Crime & Public Safety | This briefing summarizes the research findings on the relationship between urban vegetation and crimes, aggressive behavior, and safety. | Community Planner, Educator | ||
Green Cities: Good Health | Metro nature – including trees, parks, gardens, and natural areas – enhance quality of life in cities and towns. The experience of nature improves human health and well-being in many ways. review these scientific studies that tell us how. | Community Planner, Homeowner | External Website | |
Green Cities: Mental Health & Function | Both visual access and being within green space helps to restore the mind’s ability to focus. This can improve job and school performance, and help alleviate mental stress and illness. | Community, Community Planner, Educator | External Website | |
Green Cities: Place Attachment & Meaning | Place attachment and meaning are particularly relevant when considering issues of urban development and community-building. Attachment and meaning emerge from a variety of experiences and situations, and are often related to parks, green spaces, and natural areas. Learn more with this brief summary. | Community Planner, Educator | External Website | |
Green Cities: Reduced Risk | Trees and vegetation can dampen ambient noise, improve air quality, cool over-heated urban centers, and be a food security solution. | Community Planner, Educator | External Website | |
Green Cities: Safe Streets | his article surveys the research on roadside vegetation benefits, and the scientific evidence concerning city trees, and transportation safety. | Community Planner, Educator | External Website | |
Green Cities: Social & Cultural Strengths | Urban green spaces can provide a neutral space within which people come together, social interactions occur (that include people from different backgrounds), and relationships or partnerships take form. Read this briefing for research studies. | Community Planner, Educator | External Website | |
Green Cities: Work & Learning | Places that incorporate or are located near nature can help remedy mental fatigue and restore one’s ability to focus on tasks. The result can be better performance in the work place and classroom. | Community Planner, Educator | External Website | |
Green Infrastructure Center | Trees and stormwater calculator tool, case studies from Norcross and Alpharetta, GA. | External Website | ||
Green Infrastructure: A Landscape Approach | Report from the American Planning Association, shows how green infrastructure cleans the air and water, replenishes aquifers, reduces flooding, and moderates the climate. | Community Planner | External Website | |
Green Local Economies | Rad this article to learn about economic benefits of trees in cities. | Community, Community Planner, Homeowner | External Website | |
Greene CWPP -2017 | ||||
Guidelines for Forest Steward Designation | These guidelines are intended to set the standards for judging whether or not landowners have accomplished sufficient stewardship management of their forest resources to warrant their designation as a “Forest Steward” and their property certified as a Stewardship Forest by Georgia’s Forest Stewardship Program. | |||
Guiding Principles for a Practical and Sustainable Approach to Forest Carbon Sequestration Projects in the Southern U.S. | Key issues surrounding the development and application of forest-based offset projects in the southern region of the United States are examined in this paper. | External Website | ||
Guiding Principles for Forest Carbon Sequestration – Executive Summary | This paper examines the key issues surrounding the development and application of forest-based offset projects in the southern region of the United States and provides the Southern Group of State Foresters’ (SGSF) recommendations for how these issues should be addressed in federal climate policy, should legislation be enacted. | |||
Gummosis in Trees | Gummosis is a common infection found on various fruit and nut trees. In the landscape, gummosis is most often recognized as a glob of translucent, amber colored sap on the side of the stem or lower trunk of trunk of a tree. | Homeowner | ||
Gypsy Moth Fact Sheet | Details about managing gypsy moth infestation. | |||
Gypsy Moth Infestations Map | Overview of gypsy moth infestations across Georgia. | |||
Habersham CWPP -2017 | ||||
Habitats of Georgia | Georgia is a diverse state, with many habitats from coastal beaches to mountain hardwood forests. Check out information about the plants and animals of the habitats, the adaptations of species living there, and the environmental issues facing those habitats. | Educator | External Website | |
Hall CWPP -2013 | ||||
Hancock CWPP -2018 | ||||
Haralson CWPP -2017 | ||||
Hardwood Defoliating Caterpillars of North Georgia | Overview information for the hardwood defoliating caterpillar. | |||
Harris CWPP -2018 | ||||
Hart CWPP -2012 | ||||
Hazards of the Forest | Foresters and others who work outside and those who enjoy being in the outdoors are often confronted with hazards that can cause sickness, injury, or death. This booklet provides a brief description of those hazards to help you avoid an unpleasant encounter. | Community, Educator, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | ||
HB 1EX Bill | Bill provides emergency disaster relief assistance for cleanup efforts for timberland owners, as well as emergency funding for state agencies and local governments in heaviest-impacted areas. | External Website | ||
HB 4EX Bill | Bill creates a tax credit for timber growers in the 28 counties included in the disaster area who incurred significant damages and expenses due to Hurricane Michael. | External Website | ||
Healthy Trees, Healthy Lives Research | Take care of the forest, and it will take care of you. As research is being conducted and becoming available, findings reinforce what much of the urban forestry community already knows — that trees have a positive impact on human health. Check out research on why Healthy Trees make Healthy Lives. | Community Planner, Educator, Homeowner | External Website | |
Heard CWPP -2018 | ||||
Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA) in Georgia Fact Sheet | HWA is a serious pest of hemlock trees in Georgia. The aphid-like insect feeds on eastern and Carolina hemlock trees, eventually resulting in tree mortality. The very existence of the eastern and Carolina hemlock species is greatly threatened by HWA. | Homeowner, Landowner | ||
Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Infographic | Appearance, Life-Cycle and Quick Facts. | External Website | ||
Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Management in Georgia (2019) | Guidelines for addressing infestation of hemlock woolly adelgid pests. | Landowner | ||
Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Spread in Georgia Map (2012) | ||||
Hemlock Woolly Adelgid U.S. Map (2019) | ||||
HemlockFest Website | ||||
Henry CWPP -2017 | ||||
Heterobasidion Root Disease (Annosum Root Rot) Guide | Annosus root rot can be a serious problem of pines in plantations that have been thinned one or more times. Loblolly, slash and white pines are affected most but shortleaf and longleaf are sometimes infected. | External Website | ||
Heterobasidion Root Disease (Annosum Root Rot) Map | An overview map of area’s where Annosum Root Rot is most prevalent in Georgia | |||
Heterobasidion Root Disease (Annosum Root) Brochure | Detailed information about managing Heterobasidion Root Disease / Annosum Root Rot | |||
Hidden Hazards of Backyard Burning | Important information about the illegal practice of burning household waste | Homeowner, Landowner | ||
Hidden Hazards of Backyard Burning (Español) | Peligros ocultos de la quema del patio trasero. En Georgia, es ilegal quemar la basura que generamos en nuestros hogares. | Homeowner, Landowner | ||
Historical trends of timber product output in the South | Historical data of periodic canvasses of primary wood-using plants are presented for the 13 Southern States. | External Website | ||
History of the Georgia Forestry Commission | This document provides a detailed history of GFC and forest management in Georgia. | |||
Homeowner’s Role in Maintaining the Urban Forest | Download this guide to get tips on maintaining trees, selecting an arborist and a homeowner tree survey checklist. | Homeowner | ||
House Bill 790 | 2014 bill authorizing GFC Forestry Investigators to enforce laws related to the protection, security, conservation, and sale of forest resources. | Community Planner, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner | ||
Houston CWPP -2016 | ||||
How Many Trees Should I Plant? | The density of an initial planting of trees or plants depends upon both the species and objectives of the landowner. This table offers guidelines for the most tree planting densities. | |||
How to Evaluate and Manage Storm Damaged Forest Areas | Read this resource to learn what steps to take to evaluate storm damage. | |||
How to Hire a Tree Service | Helpful suggestions for finding a tree service and avoiding many of the pitfalls involved | Homeowner | ||
How to Plant Trees – A Homeowner’s Guide | “How do I plant a tree?” This is a common question, and tree planting and establishment guidelines have changed considerably over the past 20 years. Learning how to plant a tree and following proper practices when planting trees can lead to long term benefits from well established plants. | |||
How to Take Pictures of Your Tree | When requested to send photographic images of your tree to an arborist for review, it is important to remember the following photography “Do’s” and “Don’ts.” | Homeowner | ||
How to Water Your Trees | Summer heat often prompts us to wonder how our trees can survive when too little rain falls to keep the grass alive. There are important tips to follow for proper watering and maintenance. | Homeowner | ||
Huber Seedling Application 2022-23 | ||||
Huber Trees for GA 2022-2023 – Public Notice | ||||
Human Trafficking Information | Important details about reporting cases of human trafficking | Community | ||
Hurricane Matthew Timber Impact Assessment Georgia (2016) | Hurricane Matthew impacted multiple southern states, and all coastal counties of Georgia experienced extreme winds and heavy rain on October 7th and 8th, 2016. | |||
Hurricane Michael – Farm Recovery Block Grant Eligibility Map | Map of 95 counties eligible for the Recovery Block Grant program. | Community, Homeowner, Landowner | ||
Hurricane Michael – Farm Recovery Block Grants | The Georgia Department of Agriculture will accept online applications for the $347 million in block grant funds beginning March 18, 2020. Georgia farmers and forest landowners in 95 eligible counties, who suffered losses to beef, dairy, fruit and vegetable, pecan, poultry, timber, and uninsured infrastructure can enroll. The federal block grants seek to help recover losses not covered under existing USDA Farm Service Agency programs. Only online applications will be accepted. All applications must be completed and submitted by April 8, 2020. | Community, Homeowner, Landowner | External Website | |
Hurricane Michael – Farm Recovery Block Grants – Press Release | Description of the Farm Recovery Block Grant program. | Community, Homeowner, Landowner | ||
Hurricane Michael – FEMA Disaster Map | Map of counties in Georgia declared disaster areas for FEMA assistance following Hurricane Michael. | Community, Homeowner, Landowner | ||
Hurricane Michael – Forest Landowner Relief Program Meeting (Bainbridge Part 1) | Video 1 of 5 – Video footage of Bainbridge Meeting, 01/23/19 (broken into five sections) | Community, Homeowner, Landowner | External Website | |
Hurricane Michael – Forest Landowner Relief Program Meeting (Bainbridge Part 2) | Video 2 of 5 – Video footage of Bainbridge Meeting, 01/23/19 (broken into five sections) | Community, Landowner | External Website | |
Hurricane Michael – Forest Landowner Relief Program Meeting (Bainbridge Part 3) | Video 3 of 5 – Video footage of Bainbridge Meeting, 01/23/19 (broken into five sections) | Community, Homeowner, Landowner | External Website | |
Hurricane Michael – Forest Landowner Relief Program Meeting (Bainbridge Part 4) | Video 4 of 5 – Video footage of Bainbridge Meeting, 01/23/19 (broken into five sections) | Community, Homeowner, Landowner | External Website | |
Hurricane Michael – Forest Landowner Relief Program Meeting (Bainbridge Part 5) | Video 5 of 5 – Video footage of Bainbridge Meeting, 01/23/19 (broken into five sections) | Community, Homeowner, Landowner | External Website | |
Hurricane Michael – Forest Landowner Relief Program Meeting (Colquitt Part 1) | Video 1 of 3 – Video footage of Colquitt Meeting, 01/23/19 (broken into three sections) | Community, Homeowner, Landowner | External Website | |
Hurricane Michael – Forest Landowner Relief Program Meeting (Colquitt Part 2) | Video 2 of 3 – Video footage of Colquitt Meeting, 01/23/19 (broken into three sections) | Community, Homeowner, Landowner | External Website | |
Hurricane Michael – Forest Landowner Relief Program Meeting (Colquitt Part 3) | Video 3 of 3 – Video footage of Colquitt Meeting, 01/23/19 (broken into three sections) | Community, Homeowner, Landowner | External Website | |
Hurricane Michael – Forest Road and Firebreak Clearing Application | ||||
Hurricane Michael – Georgia State Timber Tax Credit Replant and Restoration Guideline | Tax credits can only be claimed in the taxable year in which the taxpayer first completes: | Landowner | ||
Hurricane Michael – Georgia Timber Tax Credit: Answers to Frequently Asked Questions | Learn more about Hurricane Michael tax credit and who is eligible. | Landowner | ||
Hurricane Michael – Georgia Timber Tax Program | Presentation from Scott Griffin, GFC’s Forest Management Chief. | Landowner | ||
Hurricane Michael – Georgia Timber Tax Program – General Eligibility Requirements | In November of 2018, the Georgia General Assembly enacted House Bill 4EX. This bill allows eligible taxpayers to apply for a Timber Tax Credit to assist in offsetting the substantial economic losses incurred during Hurricane Michael. This document outlines general eligibility requirements and guidelines. | Community, Homeowner, Landowner | ||
Hurricane Michael – Map of 28 GA Counties in declared state of emergency | Map of counties declared to be in a state of emergency following Hurricane Michael. | Community, Homeowner, Landowner | ||
Hurricane Michael – Resources for Impacted Forest Landowners | Press release about resource available to landowners impacted by Hurricane Michael. | Community, Homeowner, Landowner | ||
Hurricane Michael – Timber Casualty Losses and Involuntary Conversion | View presentation from Yanshu Li, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Forest Taxation and Economics. | Landowner | ||
Hurricane Michael – Timber Tax Credit Application Instructions | A taxpayer seeking pre-approval for the Timber Tax Credit, must apply electronically through Georgia Tax Center. Get instructions. | Landowner | ||
Hurricane Michael – Timber Tax Credit Program Press Release | In November of 2018, the Georgia General Assembly enacted House Bill 4EX. This bill allows eligible taxpayers to apply for a Timber Tax Credit to assist in offsetting the substantial economic losses incurred during Hurricane Michael. | Community, Homeowner, Landowner | ||
Hurricane Michael Forest Access Road and Firebreak Debris Clearing Program | The Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) has established procedures for landowners seeking assistance with debris clearing and restoration of pre-existing forest roads and firebreaks. | Landowner | ||
Hurricane Michael Timber Impact Assessment | This survey examined landscape‐level impacts and classified them accordingly. | Landowner | ||
Hypoxolon Canker in Urban Trees | Found in the outer bark areas of living and healthy trees, Hypoxylon are normally of little consequence. However, the fungi can severely injure or kill trees that have been weakened by factors such as drought, root disease, mechanical injury, logging or construction activities. T | Homeowner | ||
i-Tree Streets | Within the i-Tree software suite, street tree populations are assessed using i-Tree Streets, which is an analysis tool for urban forest managers that uses tree inventory data to quantify the dollar value of annual environmental and aesthetic benefits. | Community, Educator, Student | External Website | |
Identifying Cogongrass (Field Guide) | Helpful tips for identifying invasive cogongrass. | Landowner | ||
Insecticide Applicators and Vendors for Hemlock Woolly Adelgids | Get help with Hemlock Woolly Adelgids. View list of vendors. | Landowner | Page on GFC Website | |
Interactive Map of Wood-Using Industries in Georgia | On a yearly basis the Forest Utilization Department at the Georgia Forestry Commission conducts a survey to identify primary wood using industries in the state of Georgia. | External Website | ||
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) | The IRS is the nation’s tax collection agency and administers the Internal Revenue Code enacted by Congress. | Landowner | External Website | |
Introduction to Prescribed Fire in Southern Ecosystems | Helpful resource for managers to plan and execute prescribed burns in Southern forests and grasslands | Homeowner, Landowner | ||
Invasive Climbing Fern Fact Sheet | Overview information about invasive climbing ferns. | |||
Invasive Plants of Georgia Forests | Overview of invasive plants in forests across Georgia. | |||
Ips Engraver Beetle Outbreak (2016) | Ips engraver beetles continue to heavily infest drought-stressed trees in northern and central Georgia. | |||
Ips Engraver Beetle Outbreak Update (2017) | Ips engraver beetles continue to heavily infest drought-stressed trees in northern and central Georgia. | |||
Irwin CWPP -2018 | ||||
Is My Tree Safe? | All trees will fail at some point in their life, and all trees have some level of risk associated with them. Determining the likelihood of tree failure requires a significant level of experience and knowledge about how trees grow, how they fail, and what characteristics make a tree “risky.” | Homeowner | ||
ISA – Find an Arborist | ||||
iTree Software | i-Tree is a state-of-the-art, peer-reviewed software suite from the USDA Forest Service that provides urban and rural forestry analysis and benefits assessment tools. | Community Planner | External Website | |
Jackson County CWPP 2022 | ||||
January 2023 Tornado Timber Impact Assessment | Community, Community Planner, GFC Partners, Homeowner, Landowner | |||
January 21, 2014 | ||||
January 29, 2013 | ||||
Jasper CWPP -2016 | ||||
Jeff Davis CWPP -2019 | ||||
Jefferson CWPP -2017 | ||||
Jenkins CWPP -2019 | ||||
Johnson CWPP -2019 | ||||
Jones CWPP -2018 | ||||
July 17, 2014 | ||||
July 26, 2019 | ||||
June 24, 2010 | ||||
June 25, 2009 | ||||
June 26, 2008 | ||||
June 28, 2012 | ||||
Keys to Successfully Establishing a Longleaf Pine | Best practices for planting and maintaining longleaf pines | |||
Lamar CWPP -2017 | ||||
Landowner Field Trips Flyer Revised (10-01-20) | Would you like to see a live prescribed burn or visit a site that has been burned to see what it looks like afterward? Then Landowner Field Trip (LFT) is perfect for you. When our agency partners and volunteer landowners are conducting a prescribed burn, we will give you a guided tour of a burn. | Landowner | ||
Lanier CWPP -2019 | ||||
Laurel Wilt Disease FAQs | Informational overview regarding Laurel Wilt Disease | |||
Laurel Wilt Disease History in Georgia | Overview of the history of Laurel Wilt in Georgia since its arrival in 2002 | |||
Laurel Wilt Progression Map | Page on GFC Website | |||
Laurel Wilt USFS Pest Alert (2019) | 2019 update from the U.S. Forest Service on Laurel Wilt in the U.S. | |||
Laurens CWPP -2019 | ||||
Lawful Presence Affidavit | ||||
Leaf Coloring Pages | US Forest Service | External Website | ||
Leaning Trees – What’s up with that? | Unfortunately, neither Mother Nature nor the character of a tree can reduce the very real risks associated with leaning. It’s not that trees that lean are inherently bad; it’s just that gravity creates problems. | Homeowner | ||
Learn & Burn Flyer | More information on Learn & Burns | Landowner | ||
Learn about Fall Foliage | Learn about how leaves change colors in the fall with Chelsea York, our Conservation Education Coordinator. | Video | ||
Learn, Plan, Act | GFC and the Southern Group of State Foresters launched “Learn, Plan, Act” as a way to promote sound forest management practices and provide helpful educational materials, guidance and other resources to Georgia landowners. | Community Planner, Landowner | External Website | |
Lee CWPP -2017 | ||||
Liberty CWPP -2016 | ||||
Lightning Struck Trees | For trees, the impact of a lightning strike may be light, leaving no obvious damage, or it may be severe, with catastrophic results. | Homeowner | ||
Lincoln CWPP -2015 | ||||
Long CWPP -2019 | ||||
Longleaf Pine Conservation Reserve Initiative | The Longleaf Pine Initiative restores and enhances longleaf pine ecosystems. The Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) provides farmers and landowners with initiatives like this to achieve many farming and conservation goals. | |||
Longleaf Pine Conservation Reserve Initiative | The Longleaf Pine Initiative was established to convert suitable, environmentally sensitive cropland to longleaf pine forests. | |||
Longleaf Pine Forest Establishment Hub | The Forest Stewardship Program is designed to integrate forest management objectives of sustaining quality native timber, native wildlife populations, soil & water resources, aesthetics, & recreation, over a 10-year planning period. This template provides landowners with technical guidance that places near-equal emphasis of these objectives. It prescribes conservation practices to establish new longleaf pine forests using either artificial planting methods or natural regeneration methods. | |||
Longleaf Pine Mortality – Rhizoctonia Blight (2010) | Rhizoctonia blight is typically published as a fungal disease pathogen causing blight or mortality in seedling stock of pine nursery beds. | |||
Longleaf Range Map | ||||
Looking for Lunch Maze | Help the deer find his way thru the maze for food. | Educator, Student | ||
Lowndes CWPP -2018 | ||||
Lula Lake Land Trust (LLLT) | Since 2014, LLLT has treated 7,500 Hemlocks against the Hemlock Wooly Adelgid, and the core preserve serves as a State of Georgia research site for chemical and biologic controls. | External Website | ||
Lula Lake Land Trust Website | ||||
Lumpkin CWPP -2017 | ||||
Macon CWPP -2017 | ||||
Madison CWPP -2011 | ||||
Make That Paper! | This online game designed to help high school students learn about the forestry industry and career employability skills. In the game, students are managers in three varied forestry career pathways, hiring personnel, solving industry-related problems, and making sound business decisions. To attain their goal of sustainable, efficient, and successful management of the forest and production of forest products, they must use best practices in hiring and staff management while using the resources and information provided by industry experts.
| Student | External Website | |
Making the Shade Application | Download form to apply for Making the Shade Program. | Educator | ||
Making the Shade Program | Get shaded playground areas for your elementary school with Making the Shade Program. | Community, Educator | Page on GFC Website | |
Making the Shade Program-Liability Waiver Letter of Endorsement | Complete form for application submission. | Educator | ||
Making Your Home More Energy Efficient By Planting Trees | Learn the best ways to save money and energy through tree planting – a time tested method for reducing energy use. | Homeowner | ||
Management Plans | A forest management plan is the roadmap to a healthy forest. There are many reasons why it is helpful to have a forest management plan for your property. Find out how to develop a plan. | Landowner | Page on GFC Website | |
Managing Storm Damaged Trees: Do’s and Don’ts | Check out this resource for the Do’s and Don’ts on how to manage damaged trees from a storm. Includes: how to hire a professional for clean up, chainsaw safety, pruning and maintenance for damaged trees and more. | Community Planner, Homeowner, Landowner | ||
Map of 28 Counties Declared Under State of Emergency | View GA Map of counties declared under State of Emergency EO under Hurricane Michael. | Landowner | ||
March 15, 2013 | ||||
March 20, 2012 | ||||
Marietta TreeKeepers | Tree advocacy group. | Community Planner, Educator | External Website | |
Marion CWPP -2018 | ||||
May 18, 2010 | ||||
May 18, 2011 | ||||
May 23, 2012 | ||||
May 23, 2019 | ||||
May 9, 2007 | ||||
McDuffie CWPP – 2019 | ||||
McIntosh CWPP -2018 | ||||
Mechanisms for Securing Longterm Forest Biomass Supply | ||||
Meriwether CWPP -2017 | ||||
Miller CWPP -2018 | ||||
Mitchell CWPP -2017 | ||||
Monday, February 6th, 2023 Board Meeting Notice | ||||
Monroe CWPP -2016 | ||||
Montgomery CWPP -2018 | ||||
Morgan CWPP -2020 | ||||
Murray CWPP -2011 | ||||
NAAEE Guidelines for Excellence | The National Project for Excellence in Environmental Education, initiated by NAAEE in 1994, has developed a series of guidelines that set the standards for high-quality environmental education. | Educator | External Website | |
National Arbor Day 2013 | ||||
National Arson Awareness Week | The U.S. Fire Administration provides resources to spread important messages in your community to prevent arson. Access resources. | Educator | External Website | |
National Project Learning Tree (PLT) | Project Learning Tree is an award-winning environmental education program designed for teachers and other educators, parents, and community leaders working with youth from preschool through grade 12. View trainings, curriculums, family activities and more. | Educator | External Website | |
National Timber Tax Website | A reference source for timberland landowners; also for accountants, attorneys, consulting foresters and other professionals who work with timberland owners regarding the tax treatment of timber related activities. | Landowner | External Website | |
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. | External Website | ||
Native Trees of Georgia | Georgia’s forests are home to approximately 250 species of trees. Native Trees of Georgia describes 92 of them. | |||
Native Trees of Georgia Book | Book showing illustrations of trees native to Georgia. | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | ||
Nature’s Water Filter Fact Sheet | Did you know working forests are the most significant factor affecting water quality and quantity in Georgia? Download fact sheet to learn more. | Community Planner, Educator | ||
New Ambrosia Beetle Detected (2010 Update) | The Early Detection Rapid Response (EDRR) trapping program helps detect exotic wood boring beetles entering our state. The trapping in Georgia for 2007 detected a new introduction of the camphor shot beetle, an exotic ambrosia beetle from Asia. | |||
New Stewardship Plan Shapefile Requirements | View shapefile requirements and GFC District Stewardship Foresters. | |||
Newton CWPP -2017 | ||||
NFP/VFA Volunteer Fire Assistance Grant Announcement Letter FY2023 | Community, Community Planner | |||
NFP/VFA Volunteer Fire Assistance Grant Application FY2023 | ||||
NIIMS Operational System Description | Operational system descriptions and procedures for general use | GFC Partners | ||
Nonnative Invasive Plants of Southern Forests | Information on accurate identification and effective control of the 33 plants or groups that are invading the forests of the 13 Southern States at an alarming rate, showing both growing and dormant season traits. | External Website | ||
North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE | We bring the brightest minds together to advance environmental literacy and civic engagement through the power of education to create a more sustainable future for all. | Educator | External Website | |
NORTH GEORGIA BURN BAN BOOSTS AIR QUALITY | On May 1, an outdoor burn ban will begin in 54 Georgia counties, primarily in the northern half of the state. Affected residents are asked to refrain from burning yard and land clearing debris, whose smoke can negatively impact the state’s air quality during the hot summer months by contributing to high ozone levels. These conditions have been linked to lung and heart disease in humans. Please see this .pdf for more details. | |||
November 17, 2010 | ||||
November 2, 2010 | Page on GFC Website, PDF | |||
November 7, 2013 | ||||
NTG Fall Color Supplement | These are generally considered the fall colors during peak season. Habitat, weather, genetics, and other components can give variations to the general. Nature determines fall color, not exact science. | |||
Oak Leafminer Factsheet | Oak Leafminer Factsheet | |||
Observed Fire Danger Ratings for the Co-Op area | Observed weather conditions and Fire Danger Ratings for the Co-Op Area (Oakland Station – North Marion County) | Landowner | External Website, Page on GFC Website | |
Oconee CWPP -2019 | ||||
October 12, 2011 | ||||
October 17, 2006 | ||||
October 21, 2019 | ||||
October 25, 2007 | ||||
October 29, 2009 | ||||
October 30, 2008 | ||||
Oglethorpe CWPP -2016 | ||||
Ongoing Silviculture In Bottomland Hardwoods | ||||
Optimized Insecticide Dosage for Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Control in Hemlock Trees | Important dosage information when treating for hemlock woolly adelgid. | Landowner | ||
Ordering Tree Seedlings | GFC offers a wide variety of pine and hardwood seedlings. We cater to small, private, non-industrial landowners and we serve thousands of customers in that capacity. Seedlings are available in small or large quantities and we offer varieties suitable for all environments in Georgia. | Landowner | Page on GFC Website | |
Other Careers in Georgia State Government | A resource for employment opportunities in Georgia State government (outside of GFC). | External Website | ||
Outstanding GA Forestry Commission Employees | The Georgia Forestry Commission has named its outstanding groups of employees for 2019, and last week they were recognized at the state capitol. | |||
Overview of Timber and Biomass Supply Chain | ||||
Paulding CWPP -2013 | ||||
Paulding Forest Base Map | ||||
Peach CWPP -2016 | ||||
Pecan Trees for the Home or Backyard Orchard | Pecan trees are commonly found surrounding both urban and rural dwellings throughout Georgia. They can enhance the environment and provide additional income from the sale of nuts. Pecans are recommended for home planting in the Coastal Plain and Piedmont, but are not recommended for the north Georgia mountains. | Homeowner | ||
People of Forestry Career Video Series | Career forestry videos from GFC. | Educator | External Website | |
People of Forestry: Discover Careers in the Forest Activity Booklet | People of Forestry – Discover Careers in the Forest is an outreach project of the Southern Group of State Foresters and the state forestry agencies representing 13 southern states. It is intended to help children across the South become interested in careers in forestry at an early age. | Student | External Website | |
Pickens CWPP -2011 | ||||
Pierce CWPP -2019 | ||||
Pike CWPP -2017 | ||||
Pine Bark Beetles in Urban Areas | Helpful information about managing pine bark beetle infestations in an urban environment. | Landowner | ||
Pine Bark Beetles in Urban Areas Brochure | Overview information regarding pine bark beetles in the urban environment. | Landowner | ||
Pine Beetle – The Urban Problem | Awareness of the location of pine beetle infestations near them and research based information relative to the management options available is the best defense a homeowner can have. | Homeowner | ||
Pine saw-timber Volumes in Georgia, 2017 | Utilization and Marking Analysis: Study of SYP Standing Volumes and Acreage | Community, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Landowner | ||
Planting Container Trees | Containerized trees may come in many different sizes but and are usually available in 1,3,5,7 10 or 15 gallon-sized containers. Ideally, the size diameter of the container should be 8-10 inches for every inch of trunk diameter measured at 6” above the ground. | Homeowner | ||
Planting Containerized Trees | How to plant a containerized tree. | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | Video | |
Polk CWPP -2013 | ||||
Pre-suppression Firebreak Plowing | The GFC provides the service of plowing pre-suppression firebreaks to landowners. | Landowner | Page on GFC Website | |
Prescribed Burn Certification Affidavit Form | ||||
Prescribed Burn Plan – 2021 Update | A resource for all GFC personnel when conducting prescribed burn assistance for landowners and when conducting prescribed burning on GFC owned lands | GFC Staff | ||
Prescribed Burning | Assistance with prescribed burning, including firebreak installation, burn plan development and assistance carrying out a burn | Landowner | Page on GFC Website | |
Prescribed Burning Brochure | Overview of best practices for preparing a prescribed burn plan | Homeowner, Landowner | ||
Prescribed Burning Management | Assistance with prescribed burning, including firebreak installation, burn plan development and assistance carrying out a burn. | Landowner | Page on GFC Website | |
Prescribed Fire – Sprewell Bluff Natural Area | Overview of a prescribed fire near Thomaston, GA conducted by members of an inter-agency burn team | GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner | Video | |
Prescribed Fire Certification Class | External Website | |||
Prescribed Fire Certification Course – Calhoun, GA | Date: May 24-25, 2023 Time: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM EDT Location: Georgia Northwestern Technical Collete, Gordon County Campus, 1151 Highway 53 Spur, Calhoun, GA 30701 You must register for an account in order to register for this course. | External Website | ||
Prescribed Fire in Georgia – A Strategic Plan 2008-2020 | Helpful resource for detailed information on prescribed burning | Homeowner, Landowner | ||
Products From Trees Word Search | Discover products made from trees. | Educator, Student | ||
Project Learning Tree – Activities for Families | Nature is a great teacher! Try these activity ideas from Project Learning Tree to connect the children in your life to the outdoors and nature. | Educator, Student | External Website | |
Project WINGS brochure | Project WINGS (Wildlife Incentives for Nongame and Game Species) is a rights-of-way management campaign designed to create new wildlife lands along gas and electrical transmission lines. | |||
Proper Tree Mulching | Mulch is organic material placed on the soil’s surface around trees and plants to enhance their growing conditions. Mulch helps maintain soil temperature and moisture, reduce water loss from soil, reduce weed competition, improve soil structure, and give landscapes a clean appearance. Often overlooked, spreading mulch around your trees is one of the easiest and most beneficial techniques that can have great impact on the health and vitality of your trees. | Community, Community Planner, Educator, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner, Student | ||
Public Law 94-519 (as amended) | ||||
Public Use Regulations | ||||
Public Wildfire Risk Assessment Portal | A consistent, comparable set of scientific results to be used as a foundation for wildfire mitigation and prevention planning in the Southern states | Community Planner, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner | External Website | |
Pulaski CWPP -2012 | ||||
Putnam CWPP -2019 | ||||
Quantifying the Value of Non-Timber Ecosystem Services from Georgia’s Private Forests | 2011 study led by Dr. Rebecca Moore at the University of Georgia’s Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources quantifying the value of non-timber ecosystem services from Georgia’s private forests. | |||
Quitman CWPP -2018 | ||||
Rabun CWPP -2016 | ||||
Randolph CWPP -2018 | ||||
Recommendations to Assist Federal Regulatory Agencies in the Determination of Ongoing Silviculture In Bottomland Hardwood and Cypress Swamps | The SGSF Water Resources Committee developed this general guidance document to assist Environmental Protection Agency and other federal regulatory agency representatives in making field level distinctions between ongoing silviculture for bottomland hardwood and cypress swamps and other land uses that may have similar operational aspects. | External Website | ||
Recommended Community Tree Ordinance Tree Conservation Standards | Download guide for recommended conservation standards, tree care and maintenance practices, recommendations for utility corridors, tree Selection and planting standards, design standards for trees plus more. | Community Planner | ||
Redbay Laurel Wilt Recovery Plan (2015) | Overview of efforts to reclaim and replenish areas impacted by Laurel Wilt Disease | |||
Rockdale CWPP -2016 | ||||
RX Burn Trailer Flyer | A trailer containing tools which supplement and assist landowners in conducting safe prescribed burning is now available for rent through the Georgia Forestry Commission. The West Central Georgia Forest Landowners Association initiated the idea to provide local forestland managers with professional equipment needed to conduct safer and more efficient prescribed burns. The trailer and tools are also used at training events for private landowners. | Landowner | ||
Safety First For Landowners Burning Debris | This video provides helpful tips for safely burning debris. | Homeowner, Landowner | Video | |
Salvaging the Bradford Pear | These trees were genetically selected for their perfect “lollypop” shaped crown, but it is that shape that is responsible for a shortened life span. The limited life of these trees is a function of structural failure, not “natural causes.” | Homeowner | ||
Sample Tree Ordiance | This document provides an example of basic formatting and verbiage to include in a Tree Ordinance. | Community Planner | ||
Savannah Tree Foundation | Tree advocacy group. | Community Planner, Educator | External Website | |
Save Energy – Plant Trees! | Plant trees to lower utility bills, save energy, and add value to your property. A homeowner learns how in this Georgia Forestry Commission video. | Video | ||
Save Energy – Plant Trees! | This video provides insights into the value of planting trees. | Community | Video | |
SCFP Area Map – Sept 2021 | SCFP Area Map by County | |||
Schley CWPP -2017 | ||||
School of Agriculture and Natural Resources (ABAC) | The Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College (ABAC) School of Agriculture and Natural Resources leads the South in advancing the agriculture field through hands-on experience and rigorous academic preparation. The school offers six baccalaureate programs. | External Website | ||
Screven CWPP -2019 | ||||
Seedling Care And Planting Guidelines | Overview guidelines for successfully planting and caring for seedlings. | |||
Seedling Delivery Schedule 2022-23 | Seedling delivery schedule map | |||
Seedling Order Form 2021 | Form to order tree seedlings. | |||
Selling Storm Damaged Timber | Selling timber is a relatively involved process even in the best of times, requiring patience and diligence so that | |||
Selling Your Timber | Overview of the steps necessary for a successful timber sale. | |||
Selling Your Timber (Webinar – .wmv file) | Community, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner | Video | ||
Selling Your Timber Guide | A timber sale is a serious matter requiring careful preparation. Download guide for best practices on selling timber. | |||
Seminole CWPP -2017 | ||||
September 1, 2010 | ||||
September 18, 2018 | ||||
September 27, 2012 | ||||
Service Rate Increases Oct 1, 2022 | ||||
SFI Report: Forests for Georgia, Georgia for Forests | Georgia is an ideal place to live and work – offering a quality of life that is unmatched. We are business friendly, benefit from a temperate climate and boast world class recreational and cultural experiences. Key to this way of life is the state’s robust forest industry, which supports our economy, natural resources and recreational opportunities. | |||
SGSF Forest Certification Report | The Southern Group of State Foresters created an overview document about recommendations for actions with regard to Forest Certification. | |||
SGSF Forest Certification Report | Forest Certification Programs: Status and recommedations in the South | |||
Shortleaf Pine & Oak Restoration in the Georgia Cumberlands Cost Share Project Application | Application for the Shortleaf Pine & Oak Restoration in the Georgia Cumberlands Cost Share Project | |||
Sirex Woodwasp – U.S. Forest Service | Landowner | |||
Slime Flux | Helpful information about “weeping water” from the trunk of a tree – usually a sign of a bacterial disease called Slime Flux or Bacterial Wetwood. | Homeowner | ||
Smoke Management Plan | Georgia’s basic procedures and requirements for managing smoke from prescribed burns | Homeowner, Landowner | ||
Smokey Bear | Wildfire safety through educational programs in schools, civic club gatherings and other public events | Educator | Page on GFC Website | |
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 | Educator, Student | External Website | |
Smokey Bear Website | Visit the official Smokey Bear website for all types of resources on how to prevent wildfires, safe camp fires, and learn about the history of Smokey Bear Wildfire Prevention campaign. | Educator, Student | External Website | |
Smokey Bear Wildfire Prevention Program | A Smokey Bear wildfire prevention program is available for kindergarten to second grade students and public events that do not conflict with the national guidelines. Programs are available by appointment to groups of 100 or more. Get more information. | Student | Page on GFC Website | |
Smokey BINGO | Mark items you find around your home or while traveling and try to get BINGO. | Educator, Student | ||
Society of American Foresters (SAF) | SAF challenges landowners, decision makers, and society at large to make choices about our forests based on professional knowledge, leading-edge thinking, and a century of practical experience. | External Website | ||
Society of American Foresters Career Center | Career Opportunities with The Society of American Foresters, which sets the standard in forest management by bringing science, best practice, and the best people together to actively shape the future of the profession. | External Website | ||
South Georgia Landscape Cost Share Initiative Guidelines | ||||
South Georgia Landscape Restoration Cost Share Project | ||||
Southern Pine Bark Beetle Brochure | Landowner | |||
Southern Pine Bark Beetle Brochure (2013) | Overview information regarding pine bark beetles. | Landowner | ||
Southern Pine Bark Beetle Coloring Book | Landowner | |||
Southern Pine Beetle – Biology, Pevention, & Restoration Brochure | Overview information regarding the southern pine beetle. | |||
Southern Pine Beetle – Historical Data (1972-2007) | Comprehensive numbers covering 35 years of southern pine beetle infestations. | |||
Southern Pine Beetle – Biology, Prevention, and Restoration | Landowner | |||
Southern Pine Beetle (SPB) County Hazard Rating Maps | Southern Pine Beetle (SPB) is the most economically important forest pest in the southern United States, causing an estimated $1.5 billion in damage in recent years. Preferred hosts are shortleaf, loblolly, Virginia, and pitch pines. These county summary hazard maps help identify areas with potential for experiencing significant SPB activity. | External Website | ||
Southern Pine Beetle Coloring Book | Educational tool for learning about the southern pine beetle. | Educator | ||
Southern Pine Beetle County Hazard Rating Maps | Landowner | |||
Southern Pine Beetle Fact Sheet | Overview information about the southern pine beetle. | |||
Southern Pine Beetle Outbreak (2017) | Overview data and information for the southern pine beetle. | |||
Southern Pine Beetle Prediction Map (2016) | Forecasting map for the spread of southern pine beetle infestations. | |||
Southern Pulpwood Production (2010) | A 2010 analysis of pulpwood production across the 13 Southern States. | External Website | ||
Southern Pulpwood Production (2012) | A 2012 analysis of pulpwood production across the 13 Southern States. | External Website | ||
Southern Regional Extension Forestry – Hemlock Woolly Adelgid | Overview info and resource documents for the hemlock woolly adelgid, originally from Asia, which was first discovered in the eastern U.S. in the 1950’s. It has since spread throughout the range of hemlock in the East, and caused extensive mortality of mature hemlock – especially in the Appalachian Mountains. | Landowner | External Website | |
Southern Regional Forests and Drinking Water (Infographic) | ||||
Spalding CWPP -2017 | ||||
Standards for Forest Stewardship Plans & Renewals | Georgia’s Forest Stewardship Program utilizes the unprecedented cooperation of resource professionals from both the public and private sector with backgrounds in forestry, wildlife biology, soil science, and recreation management. Working together, they produce detailed and comprehensive management plans called Forest Stewardship Plans for landowners enrolled in the program. | |||
State of Georgia Application | ||||
Stem Quality Summary for Old‐field Planted, Unthinned Longleaf Stands in Georgia | Full Academic Longleaf Stem Quality Publication – This publication provides full data sets observed during the inventorying process, as well as some additional observations not covered in the landowner version. | |||
Stephens CWPP -2016 | ||||
Stewart CWPP -2018 | ||||
Storm Damage and Forest Health Issues in Streamside Management Zones | Forestry BMP Requirements for Streamside Management Zones can be temporarily suspended for certain | |||
Storm Damage: Information for Landowners | Storms cause varying degrees of damage to forests and damage can be highly variable across affected areas of the landscape. Landowner objectives for the forest will help determine what actions are needed to restore the health and productivity of the forest resource. View steps to take after any storm. | |||
Storm Damaged Trees – Pruning Decision Guide | Right after a hurricane, communities and homeowners need to decide what to do with storm-damaged trees. Although damaged trees may seem to be dying, some trees can be restored, others will need to be removed, and still others will not require any special treatment and can be left alone. | |||
Storm Mitigation Template | Community Forest Storm Mitigation Plan for Georgia Communities Template | Community, Homeowner, Landowner | ||
Storm Mitigation Workbook | Community Forest Storm Mitigation Planning for Georgia Communities Workbook | Community, Homeowner, Landowner | ||
Storm Timber Impact Assessment Report | The National Weather Service (NWS) determined an EF-4 tornado crossed Heard, Coweta, and Fayette Counties in the late hours of March 25, 2021 and into the early hours of March 26, 2021. The tornado touched down at approximately 11:37 PM EDT, west of Franklin, Georgia, ending at approximately 12:30 AM EDT just north of Peachtree City, Georgia | |||
Stormwater to Street Trees | Report from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on how to engineer urban forests for stormwater management. | Community Planner | ||
Student Activity on Planting a Tree | Student Activity Instructions on planting a tree properly. | Educator, Student | ||
Sudden Oak Death Brochure | Overview of the causes, impacts and preparations for Sudden Oak Death | |||
Sudden Oak Death Survey Map (2006) | Map showing areas of Georgia experiencing Sudden Oak Death | |||
SuddenOakDeath.org | The information below provides both quick answers to general questions about Sudden Oak Death, as well as more in-depth information. | Landowner | ||
Sumter CWPP -2017 | ||||
Super Fire Knocker | The “Fire Knocker” is a self contained “slip-on” tanker unit. | |||
Sustainability Report for Georgia’s Forests – January 2019 | Report details the condition of the state’s 24-million acres of forestland. It outlines the numerous economic, environmental, and social benefits of Georgia’s forests and details specific challenges to the resource that provided more than 147,000 jobs and generated nearly $36 billion in economic value to the state in 2017. | |||
Sustainable Forest Management in Georgia (2008) | Georgia’s forests are being sustainably managed to meet the numerous needs of our state today. To ensure our forests will continue to meet the ever increasing demands of future generations, many challenges must be met. This initial report, submitted to the General Assembly on July 1, 2008, highlights the conditions of our forest resources, along with the challenges and opportunities being faced by Georgia’s forest managers and owners. | |||
Talbot CWPP -2018 | ||||
Taliaferro CWPP -2019 | ||||
Tattnall CWPP -2019 | ||||
Tax Tips for Forest Landowners | This is a collection of documents published by the Forest Service. It includes previous versions of the “Annual Tax Tips for Forest Landowners” as well as other publications related to the tax treatment of timber and timberland. | Landowner | External Website | |
Taylor CWPP -2017 | ||||
Teacher Conservation Workshop | Premier forestry, natural resources, and environmental education workshop for educators in Georgia | Educator | External Website | |
Telfair CWPP -2018 | ||||
Terrell CWPP -2017 | ||||
The Bay Bank Conservation Marketplace | Forests for the Bay: Keeping woodlands healthy. | External Website | ||
The Longleaf Alliance | The mission of the Longleaf Alliance is to ensure a sustainable future for the longleaf pine ecosystem through partnerships, landowner assistance and science-based education and outreach. | External Website | ||
The Science of Color in Autumn Leaves | US National Arboretum | External Website | ||
The Value of Conservation Easements in Georgia | Intact forestlands provide numerous benefits. However, as these areas are fragmented and disappear, so do the irreplaceable benefits they provide. The donated conservation easement, then, is the most logical legal tool to secure long-term conservation in Georgia. | |||
The Vast Impacts of Georgia’s Forest Landowners | ||||
Thomas CWPP -2018 | ||||
Thousand Cankers Disease (2010 Update) | Currently, there are no reliable means for controlling Thousand Cankers Disease. | |||
Thursday, August 25, 2022 Board Meeting Notice | ||||
Thursday, August 26, 2021 – Meeting Notice | ||||
Thursday, August 27, 2020 – Meeting Notice | ||||
Thursday, February 18, 2021 – Meeting Notice | ||||
Thursday, July 21, 2022 Board Meeting Notice | ||||
Thursday, July 30, 2020 – Meeting Notice | ||||
Thursday, May 19, 2022 – Meeting Notice | ||||
Thursday, October 27th, 2022 Board Meeting Notice | ||||
Thursday, October 28, 2021 – Meeting Notice | ||||
Thursday, October 29, 2020 – Meeting Notice | ||||
Thursday, October 29, 2020 – UPDATED Meeting Notice | ||||
Thursday, September 10, 2020 – Meeting Notice | ||||
Tift CWPP -2018 | ||||
Timber Buyers Directory | This list is made up of buyers/harvesters who have submitted information to GFC and is not meant as an endorsement of any individual or company. For a full list of Georgia Master Timber Harvesters (GAMTH), visit the GAMTH database. To be added to the timber buyers directory, contact Angela Kimberly at akimberly@gfc.state.ga.us. | Page on GFC Website | ||
Timber Harvest Notifications Website | The purpose of this website is to provide a state-wide timber harvest notification platform for the report of timber harvests to Georgia’s counties or municipalities. | Page on GFC Website | ||
Timber Impact Assessment – April 2020 Tornadoes | On the evening of April 12 and the morning of April 13, 2020, Georgia was part of a severe weather event that extended across the Southeast. The National Weather Service confirmed that 30 tornadoes touched down across the state, ranging in levels from EF-0 to EF-3 and from 0.5 miles to approximately 17 miles long. These storms affected a number of landscapes across the state, including urban, suburban and rural areas. | |||
Timber Security Law Fact Sheet | Overview of enforceable laws for harvesting of timber and forest resources in the state of Georgia | Community Planner, GFC Partners, GFC Staff, Homeowner, Landowner | ||
Timber Tax Credit program | More information about the Timber Tax Credit program from the Department of Revenue. | Landowner | External Website | |
TimberMart South | Timber and timberland market data, with analysis on current and historic trends and events. | External Website | ||
Toombs CWPP -2019 | ||||
Total Maximum Daily Loadings (TMDL) | In July of 1997, the state of Georgia came under a federal court order to develop Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) rates and implementation plans on water quality impaired stream segments. GFC was tasked with developing the forestry component for TMDL plans. | External Website | ||
Towns CWPP -2018 | ||||
Tree Benefits Calculator | The Tree Benefit Calculator allows anyone to make a simple estimation of the benefits individual street-side trees provide. | Community, Educator, Student | External Website | |
Tree Campus Higher Education® Application | The Tree Campus Higher Education® program helps colleges and universities around the country establish and sustain healthy community forests. Sign up! | Community, Educator, Student | ||
Tree Campus Higher Education® Program | The Tree Campus Higher Education® program helps colleges and universities around the country establish and sustain healthy community forests. | Community, Educator, Student | External Website | |
Tree Campus K-12® | The Arbor Day Foundation’s Tree Campus K-12® inspires collaboration between schools, students, and communities to facilitate experiences with trees as a learning tool. | Educator | External Website | |
Tree Care Manual | ||||
Tree City USA Application | Tree City USA is a great opportunity to celebrate the importance of an urban tree canopy and improve care of these vital city trees. Complete application. | Community, Educator | External Website | |
Tree City USA Standards | To qualify as a Tree City USA community, you must meet four standards established by the Arbor Day Foundation and the National Association of State Foresters. View standards. | Community, Educator | External Website | |
Tree City USA, Tree Campus Higher Education® and Tree Line USA Programs | Celebrating communities all across America that are creating healthier and more abundant community forests. | Community, Student | Page on GFC Website | |
Tree ID | Chart to help identify leaves found in the forest. | Educator, Student | ||
Tree Line USA Program Benefits for Utility Companies | View benefits for Utility Companies joining the Tree Line USA Program. | Community Planner | External Website | |
Tree Line USA® Program | The Tree Line USA® program exists to recognize best practices in public and private utility arboriculture, demonstrating how trees and utilities can co-exist for the benefit of communities and citizens. | Community Planner | External Website | |
Tree Line USA® Program Application | The Tree Line USA® program exists to recognize best practices in public and private utility arboriculture, demonstrating how trees and utilities can co-exist for the benefit of communities and citizens. Join now! | Community Planner | External Website | |
Tree Ordinance Development Guidebook | This guide provides information ranging from how to form a working group to developing a draft tree ordinance. | Community Planner, Homeowner | ||
Tree Risk Management | Trees provide a host of benefits, but we have a responsibility to assess and minimize risks associated with the forest canopy. | Homeowner | ||
Tree Roots – Driveways and Sidewalks | When planting trees near our homes, we have to be aware of the serious and expensive consequences of tree roots growing under driveways and sidewalks. | Homeowner | ||
Trees & Storm Safety | During a storm, trees are at risk and can cause significant damage to infrastructure and personal property. A storm mitigation plan keeps citizens safe and protects valuable urban forest canopy in the event of a natural disaster. | Landowner | Page on GFC Website | |
Trees and Drought | Drought is a main contributing factor to shade tree decline. Extended drought can influence the health of shade trees by the loss of absorbing roots. | Homeowner | ||
Trees Atlanta | Tree advocacy group. | Community Planner, Educator | External Website | |
Trees Columbus | Tree advocacy group. | Community Planner, Educator | External Website | |
Trends in Southern pulpwood production, 1953-2006 | An analysis of southern pulpwood production during a span of more than 50 years. | External Website | ||
Treutlen CWPP -2019 | ||||
Troup CWPP -2017 | ||||
Tuesday, December 1, 2020 – Meeting Notice (Director Interviews) | ||||
Tuesday, February 11, 2020 – Meeting Notice | ||||
Tuesday, February 28, 2022 – Meeting Notice | ||||
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 – Meeting Notice | Board Meeting note for Tuesday, May 12, 2020. | |||
Tuesday, May 19, 2020 – Meeting Notice | ||||
Turner County CWPP 2023 | ||||
Twiggs CWPP -2017 | ||||
U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook | Explore employment opportunities through the U.S. Department of Labor. | External Website | ||
U.S. Forest Service – Hemlock Woolly Adelgid | Overview information for management of HWA invasive insects | Landowner | External Website | |
U.S. Forest Service – Invasive Insects | Resource information for invasive insects from the U.S. Forest Service | External Website | ||
U&CF Area Map 2022 Jan | ||||
UGA’s Rock Eagle | County: Putnam County | Community, GFC Partners, Landowner | ||
UNG Ecological Protection Lab | The University of North Georgia (UNG) Ecological Protection Lab (formerly the Beetle Lab) has led in regional efforts to protect the Eastern Hemlock from the invasive Wooly Adelgid by initiating biological control efforts through the rearing and release of predatory beetles to reduce adelgid numbers and impacts. | External Website | ||
Union CWPP -2011 | ||||
University of North Georgia Ecological Protection Lab | ||||
Upson CWPP -2017 | ||||
Urban Forest Strike Team | This video outlines the work of GFC’s Urban Forest Strike Team, which helps communities deal with the aftermath of severe storms. | Community, Community Planner, Homeowner | Video | |
Urban Forest Sustainability and Management Review – Checklist | The Urban Forest Sustainability & Management Review System is designed to provide a framework for comprehensively evaluating urban forest management programs. This review system (the checklist and the process) can be used for municipal or county urban forest management programs, or to evaluate college or corporate campus management programs | Community Planner | External Website | |
USDA APHIS EAB Story Map | External Website | |||
USDA Forest Service – Cooperative Forestry | The Cooperative Forestry unit of the USDA Forest Service works closely with partners to enhance and maintain forests across watersheds and ecosystems, both on private and public land, for the benefits they provide to the American people. | Landowner | External Website | |
USDA Forest Service Jobs | Forest Service job opportunities through the U.S. Department of Agriculture | External Website | ||
USDA Office of Environmental Markets | The Office of Environmental Markets (OEM) is a new office created within the U.S. Department of Agriculture to catalyze the development of markets for ecosystem services. | External Website | ||
USFS FIA Hurricane Michael Assessment | Please click on this link for more information. | External Website | ||
V Smoke | VSmoke-Web is a web-based implementation of VSmoke (Lavdas, 1996) and is designed to assist with planning prescribed burns in the Southern United States. | External Website | ||
Vendor Management Form | ||||
VERRA – Verified Carbon Standard | Verra develops and manages standards that help countries, the private sector and civil society achieve their sustainable development and climate action goals. | External Website | ||
Vibrant Cities Lab | Case Studies, Research Guides and Tools to help cultivate thriving urban forests that boost public health, safety, sustainability and economic growth. | Community, Educator, Student | External Website | |
Vibrant Cities Lab | Vibrant cities cultivate urban forests that support public health, safety, sustainability, and economic growth. | External Website | ||
W-9 Form | ||||
Walker CWPP -2013 | ||||
Walton CWPP -2018 | ||||
Ware CWPP -2019 | ||||
Warnell School of Forestry & Natural Resources (UGA) | Warnell prepares leaders in the conservation and sustainable management of forests and other natural resources; to discover ways to restore and better use the earth’s natural resources; and to put into practice forestry and natural resources knowledge. | External Website | ||
Warren CWPP -2018 | ||||
Washington CWPP -2019 | ||||
Waste Fraud and Abuse Reporting Form | Human Resources filing document. | |||
Wayne CWPP -2018 | ||||
Weather Conditions within a 24 hour period | If you would like to see the current weather conditions within a 24 hour period for the Co-Op Area (Oakland Station – North Marion County), please click this link. | Landowner | External Website, Page on GFC Website | |
Webster CWPP -2017 | ||||
Wednesday, August 19, 2020 – Meeting Notice | ||||
Wednesday, December 16, 2020 – Meeting Notice | ||||
Wednesday, May 19, 2021 – Meeting Notice | ||||
Wednesday, May 24th, 2023 Board Meeting Notice | ||||
What is my tree worth? | Homeowners often believe that trees in their landscape have economic value for use as lumber or other wood products. The main impediment to selling your landscape trees is the cost of their removal. | Homeowner | ||
What is my yard tree worth? | Homeowners often wonder about the value of their trees when removals appear necessary or when a tree has suffered damage at the hands of a contractor, neighbor, or storm. | Homeowner | ||
What it cost to remove a tree? | Tree removal costs can vary widely depending upon a number of factors, many of which may be beyond control. There could be any number of scenarios requiring you to contract with a tree removal service, from storm damage to home remodeling. Requiring immediate service may drive up the cost, perhaps unnecessarily, if there are no structures involved or damage is minimal. | |||
What To Do About Surface Roots in Your Landscape | Roots on the surface of the soil can cause all kinds of problems, but not necessarily for the tree. | Homeowner | ||
What’s Not To Lichen | Helpful information about various forms of lichen. | Homeowner | ||
Wheeler CWPP -2018 | ||||
Where are my trees’ roots? | Many people think removing a few of the tree’s encroaching roots will cause little long term harm and that large trees can easily recover from minor root loss, but that | Homeowner | ||
White CWPP -2018 | ||||
Whitfield CWPP -2013 | ||||
Why Do Leaves Change Color? | Coloring sheet explaining what causes leaves to change color in the Fall. | Educator, Student | ||
Wilcox CWPP -2016 | ||||
Wildfire Damage Assessment – West Mims Fire (2017) | As of May 31, 2017 the West Mims Fire had consumed 145,315 acres (113,170 acres of federally owned land and 32,145 acres on private and industrial property). | |||
Wildfire Risk Assessment Portal | Tool to provide a consistent, comparable set of scientific results to be used as a foundation for wildfire mitigation and prevention planning | Homeowner, Landowner | External Website | |
Wildland Brush Slip-In Unit | ICS Type 6/7 Engine – Tanks are constructed of 3/16” aluminum and are baffled to meet current NFPA specifications | |||
Wilkes County Community Wildfire Protection Plan (2018) | ||||
Wilkinson CWPP -2017 | ||||
Will someone buy my trees | Many homeowners believe that the trees in their landscape have significant economic value for use as lumber or other wood products. These trees, whether pine or hardwood, seem to occupy such a large space in the landscape that it’s difficult to imagine they can’t be used to build houses, furniture or put to some other valuable use. Landowners also hope that this value will help offset the cost of the tree’s removal, which can be very expensive. | |||
Worth CWPP -2018 | ||||
YHC – Hemlock Project | The Young Harris College (YHC) Hemlock Proiect is a volunteer effort of community members and students to help raise Sasajiscymnus tsugae, a tiny ladybird beetle that is one of the few natural predators of the HWA. The organization works in conjunction with the Forest Service and GFC to decide where to release the adult beetles. | Landowner | External Website |