The Georgia Forestry Forum

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13. Hurricane Helene Timber Impact and Recovery Advice with Troy Clymer and Ryan Phillips

2025-01-1036:11

Welcome to the Georgia Forestry Forum! In today's episode, join GFC's Troy Clymer and Ryan Phillips as they break down the findings of our Hurricane Helene Timber Impact Assessment, share advice for affected landowners, and detail cost-share opportunities provided by our partners as well as the state of Georgia. For more information on the Hurricane Helene and any of the programs mentioned in today's episode - please visit: Hurricane Helene Recovery Assistance | Georgia Forestry Commission ...

12. Bring One For The Chipper Event with Seth Hawkins and Meagan Whitehead

2024-12-0617:27

Welcome to the Georgia Forestry Forum! Today's episode is all about treecycling through Keep Georgia Beautiful Foundation's Bring One for the Chipper Event! Join GFC's Seth Hawkins and KGBF's Megan Whitehead as they share the history behind the event, the benefits of recycling your Christmas tree, and how you can participate on Jan 4th! For more information on the Bring One for the Chipper Event - please visit: www.kgbf.org/bring-one-for-the-chipper Find us on socials: -Facebook: https:/...

11. Reforestation in Action: Planting the Future of Georgia with Jeff Fields and Anita Johnson

2024-11-2227:00

Welcome to the Georgia Forestry Forum! Today's episode is all about reforestation! Join GFC's Jeff Fields and Anita Johnson as they guide you through a typical year for our reforestation team, what makes our seedlings special, and the importance of growing seedlings for a greener future. For more information on reforestation - please visit our website: www.gatrees.org To order GFC seedlings, please visit our seedlings store: www.gaseedlings.org Find us on socials: -Facebook: https...

10. Leaf Watch 2024 with Stasia Kelly and Ben Cobb

2024-10-0816:44

Welcome to the Georgia Forestry Forum! Today's topic is Leaf Watch 2024! Join GFC's Stasia Kelly and Ben Cobb for a discussion on fall leaf change, including recommended routes and travel tips for experiencing the fall foliage in North Georgia! Note: This episode was recorded prior to Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. For more information on Leaf Watch - please visit our website: www.gatrees.org Find us on socials: -Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GeorgiaForestryCommission...

9. Seedlings to Solutions Experience at the Georgia National Fair with Wendy Burnett and Oak + Willow Creatives

2024-09-3032:23

Welcome to the Georgia Forestry Forum! Today, we have an exciting announcement to share! Join GFC's Wendy Burnett and Becca Turner and Jessica Akins of Oak + Willow Creatives for a discussion on the brand-new Seedlings to Solutions Experience coming to the Georgia National Fair this October 3-13, 2024! This new exhibit is a collaboration between Georgia Forestry Commission, Georgia Rural's Center, Georgia Forestry Association, and the Georgia Department of Agriculture. The experience was des...

8. Selling Your Timber with Troy Clymer and Morgan Cook

2024-08-3029:31

Welcome to the Georgia Forestry Forum! Today's topic is selling your timber! Join GFC's Troy Clymer and Morgan Cook for an in-depth discussion on how to sell your timber, including a step-by-step breakdown with tips straight from the experts. For more information on forestry, timber sales and land management - please visit our website: www.gatrees.org Find us on socials: -Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GeorgiaForestryCommission/ -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gatrees/ -Twitter:...

7. Teaching Forestry with Chelsea York and Sandi Parrish

2024-07-3126:43

Welcome to the Georgia Forestry Forum! Today's topic is teaching forestry and environmental education at a K-12 level! Join GFC's Education Coordinator Chelsea York and educator Sandi Parrish for a discussion on how to inspire a love for the outdoors in your children and students as we transition into a new school year. For more information on forestry, education and how to get involved - please visit our website: www.gatrees.org Find us on socials: -Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Geo...

6. A Guide to Forestry in Higher Education with Casey Tudor and April McDaniel

2024-06-2834:26

Welcome to the Georgia Forestry Forum! Today's topic is the forestry in higher education! Join GFC forester Casey Tudor and April McDaniel of the Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources at UGA for a discussion on what options are available to anyone who is interested in studying forestry at the college level. For more information on forestry, careers and how to get involved - please visit our website: www.gatrees.org Find us on socials: -Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Georgia...

5. Southern Pine Beetle Predictions with Troy Clymer and Michael Torbett

2024-05-2322:43

Welcome to the Georgia Forestry Forum! Today's topic is the southern pine beetle! Join GFC's Troy Clymer and Michael Torbett for a discussion on southern pine beetle, how to mitigate the issue, and their predictions on southern pine beetle activity for 2024! For more information on southern pine beetle, forest health, and how to get involved - please visit our website: www.gatrees.org Find us on socials: -Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GeorgiaForestryCommission/ -Instagram: https...

4. Forestry Communications with Seth Hawkins and Ashley Frasca

2024-04-2230:11

Welcome to the Georgia Forestry Forum! Today's topic is communicating the importance of forestry with our communities! Join Seth Hawkins, Urban & Community Forestry Coordinator, and Ashley Frasca, host of WSB Radio's Green and Growing on 95.5 us for a discussion on invasive species, urban forestry, and the benefits of trees! For more information on urban forestry, trees, and how to get involved - please visit our website: www.gatrees.org Find us on socials: -Facebook: https://www.fac...

3. International Women's Month with Aurora Geoghagan and Rachel Fonvielle

2024-03-2423:25

Welcome to the Georgia Forestry Forum! Today's topic is women in forestry! Join us for a discussion on the importance of International Women's Month and learn more about different career paths that the Georgia Forestry Commission offers. For more information on careers, and any of the programs mentioned today, please visit our website: www.gatrees.org Credits: YouTube Audio Library - - Birdseye Blues by Chris Haugen -Dance of the Fireflies by Nathan Moore - Duck in the Alley by Tr...

2. Georgia Arbor Day with Seth Hawkins & Mary Lynne Beckley

2024-02-1919:40

Welcome to the Georgia Forestry Forum! Today's topic is all things Georgia Arbor Day! Join us for a discussion on the importance of Arbor Day and learn more about how you can participate in this year's festivities. For more information on Georgia Arbor Day, tree planting, and any of the programs mentioned today, please visit our website: www.gatrees.org Special thanks to Mary Lynne Beckley of the Georgia Tree Council for participating in today's episode. For more information o...

1. Safe Burning with Seth Hawkins & Mark Wiles

2023-12-1216:31

Welcome to the Georgia Forestry Forum! This is a podcast that explores trees and forests - the rich and renewable resources - and the innumerable benefits we humans get from them! Expect this podcast to cover topics that will affect YOU! We want to share how trees impact every part of your life - from the air you breathe, the water you drink, to the cost of our energy bills, and the products we use daily - and we'll tell you how our folks here at the Georgia Forestry Commission support it all...

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