1-800-GA-TREES FIND OFFICE LAW ENFORCEMENT RESOURCES NEWS & EVENTS ABOUT CAREERS CONTACT FOREST MANAGEMENT & CONSERVATION FIRE PREVENTION & SUPPRESSION FOREST INDUSTRY URBAN & COMMUNITY FORESTRY LEARN & EXPLORE We provide leadership, service and education to protect and conserve Georgia’s forest resources. SEARCH SERVICES, RESOURCES, NEWS AND EVENTS e.g. outdoor burn, burn permits, tree seedlings, office locations, jobs GFC CENTENNIAL Long, long before there were people dedicated to the sustainability of the resource, there were trees. Millions upon millions of acres, stretching beyond the horizon in every cardinal direction. Learn More GEORGIA’S BURN NOTIFICATION SYSTEM CHANGES As of July 1, 2021, changes went into effect regarding the legal responsibilities of Georgia landowners burning outdoor yard debris. Learn More SEEDLING SALES IN FULL SWING Seedling deliveries begin the first week in December, but there's still time to get your order in! Hardwoods are in limited supply and genetically improved loblolly and slash are moving fast. Ordering online is easy and buyers can receive orders at their local GFC office or pick them up at GFC's Flint River Nursery in Byromville. Orders may also be placed by mail to: GFC Seedlings, P.O. Box 100269, Atlanta, GA 30384-0269, and please call Shawn Akins, Macon office, at 478-751-3520 to confirm the order amount or to place an order. Learn More IT’S LEAF PEEPING TIME! Trees in Georgia are magnificent all year but in fall they take center stage. GFC foresters track foliage color changes weekly, reporting on species and color highlights, best viewing locations, and updates on seasonal activities. Learn More GEORGIA'S FORESTS GROW 64 CUBIC FEET – OR TWO TONS – OF WOOD PER SECOND There are many ways to protect and conserve your trees. CARE FOR YOUR TREES FIRE WEATHER FORECAST DAILY UPDATES ON CONDITIONS AROUND THE STATE Stay informed on fire dangers in Georgia. VIEW FIRE WEATHER FORECASTS TREES PROTECT AND IMPROVE WATER QUALITY Trees naturally protect our water by reducing stormwater run-off and soil erosion. LEARN ABOUT WATER QUALITY BURN PERMITS AND NOTIFICATIONS Some outdoor burning in Georgia require a permit from GFC. LEARN MORE ABOUT OUTDOOR BURNING TRACTOR & BULLDOZER RATES Changes to the Tractor & Bulldozer rates go into effect on September 1, 2021. REPORT A WILDFIRE First, keep yourself safe. Then, call 911 and alert GFC. REPORT A FIRE TO GFC Georgia Forestry Commission Open Records Requests Law Enforcement Site Map Accessibility Privacy Policy An official website of the State of Georgia AT YOUR SERVICE GeorgiaGov Agencies Popular Topics ELECTED OFFICIALS Governor More Officials NEED HELP? 1-800-436-7442 Contact Us Human Trafficking Notice