BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Georgia Forestry Association - ECPv6.8.2.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://gfagrow.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Georgia Forestry Association REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260712 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260717 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20260605T155339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T155339Z UID:184623-1783814400-1784246399@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:Billy Lancaster Forestry Youth Camp DESCRIPTION:Georgia’s Forestry Youth Camp\nJuly 12-16\, 2026\nAt Georgia’s five-day summer Forestry Youth Camp\, middle school students investigate the wonders of forest and wildlife ecology\, learn how to identify trees\, and discover the value and importance of forests in their daily lives. They spend time with professionals who manage Georgia’s forest land and others who work in the forest products industry. \nLearn More: https://www.billylancastercamp.com/ URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/billy-lancaster-forestry-youth-camp/ LOCATION:Georgia FFA-FCCLA Center\, 720 FFA FHA Camp Rd\, Covington\, GA\, 30014\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gfagrow.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Billy.Lancaster.Camp_16x9.png ORGANIZER;CN="Billy Lancaster Forestry Youth Camp":MAILTO:billylancastercamp@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T110000 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20260615T203646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T203712Z UID:184634-1782295200-1782298800@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:Quarterly ‘Office Hours’ with GFA/GFF Landowner Outreach Team DESCRIPTION:This month\, we’re launching quarterly Office Hours—an informal\, one-hour virtual session where landowners can drop in\, ask questions\, connect with the Landowner Outreach team\, and hear updates on upcoming programs and events in their region. \nNo agenda. No presentations. Just direct access to the people and resources available to help you make the most of your land. We look forward to connecting with you! \n  \nWHEN: Wednesday\, June 24\, 2026 from 10:00 – 11:00 AM ET \nTEAM LINK: \nMicrosoft Teams meeting\nJoin: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/214469845924585?p=B5mVwPwHMGP0Rdf9qF\nMeeting ID: 214 469 845 924 585\nPasscode: cc9Mq6mh\n________________________________________________________________________________ URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/quarterly-office-hours-with-gfa-gff-landowner-outreach-team/ CATEGORIES:Georgia Forestry Association,Georgia Forestry Foundation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gfagrow.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/OfficeHours_16x9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260612 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260614 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20260608T140930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T172608Z UID:184627-1781222400-1781395199@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:Ponsse 'In The Woods' Live Demo DESCRIPTION:CALLING ALL LANDOWNERS\, MILLS\, LOGGERS\, AND INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS!\nJoin us for an in-the-woods demo and watch the machines do what they do best!\nREAL TERRAIN. REAL TIMBER. REAL RESULTS. \nDEMO DETAILS:\nDATE ……………….Friday June 12 and Saturday June 13\nTIME………………..8am–4pm CST\nLOCATION ….. 20 miles east of Dothan\, AL\nRight off AL-95 – Espy Road\, Gordon\, AL 36343 \nLunch will be served from 11–2 both Friday and Saturday. \nIf you have questions\, contact Micah Laban 850-408-6728 URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/ponsse-in-the-woods-live-demo/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gfagrow.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Ponsse_In_the_Woods_Live_Demo_June_2026_1080x1350px_3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260606 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260607 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20260129T185205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T185205Z UID:184469-1780704000-1780790399@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:North Georgia Prescribed Fire Council Meeting DESCRIPTION:North Georgia Prescribed Fire Council Meeting\nSaturday\, June 6\, 2026 at Chattahoochee Technical College – Appalachian Campus (100 Campus Dr\, Jasper\, GA 30143) \nMore details to come soon. Learn more at garxfire.com URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/north-georgia-prescribed-fire-council-meeting/ LOCATION:Chattahoochee Technical College – Appalachian Campus\, 100 Campus Drive\, Jasper\, GA\, 30143\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gfagrow.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/GPFC_1920x1080.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T140000 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20260423T124346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T124441Z UID:184578-1779181200-1779199200@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:ArborGen Bellville Nursery Genetics Tour: From Seed to Stand DESCRIPTION:Join us at ArborGen’s Bellville Nursery for an immersive\, behind-the-scenes look at genetics\, seedling quality\, and operational decisions. \n\n\n\n\nWhat does it really take to turn advanced genetics into real-world performance in the field? \nJoin us at ArborGen’s Bellville Nursery for an immersive\, behind-the-scenes look at how genetics\, seedling quality\, and operational decisions come together to drive long-term value in your stand. \nThis one-day\, in-person experience is designed for landowners\, foresters\, and forestry professionals who want to better understand the science – and the process – behind the trees they plant. \nYou’ll hear directly from ArborGen experts and university partners\, see our processes up close\, and connect the dots between genetics\, nursery practices\, and field performance. \nREGISTER TODAY:\nWhat You’ll Experience:\n\nPrecision Silviculture Insights with David C. Clabo\, Ph.D. – Associate Professor of Silviculture Outreach\, UGA Warnell School of Forestry & Natural Resources\nA deep dive into genetics and seedling quality with ArborGen Product Development\nNursery & Seed Processing Tours – see how we ensure genetic integrity and quality from the start\nA firsthand look at our quality control processes\nOperational Stand Visit – connect nursery decisions to real-world outcomes in the field\n\nEvent Flow:\n\nWelcome + introductions\nExpert presentation on precision silviculture\nGenetics & seedling quality session\nNursery + seed processing breakout tours\nLunch (provided)\nField visit to an operational stand\nWrap-up discussion\n\nWhy Attend:\nBecause better decisions at planting lead to better outcomes at harvest. This tour is built to help you: \n\nUnderstand the real impact of genetics on ROI\nSee how quality is maintained from orchard to seedling\nGain practical insights you can apply to your next planting\n\nAttendees will receive 3.5 Continuing Forestry Education (CFE) credits\nSpace is limited to ensure a high-quality experience – Register TODAY to reserve your spot! URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/arborgen-bellville-nursery-genetics-tour-from-seed-to-stand/ CATEGORIES:Continuing Forestry Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gfagrow.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/ArborGen_event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T153000 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20260326T140331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T140550Z UID:184537-1778232600-1778254200@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:Storm Recovery Workshop: Timber Management & Urban Forestry DESCRIPTION:LOCATION:\nCoffee County Cooperative Extension Office\, \n709 E Ward St\, Douglas\, GA 31533 \nDATE:\nMay 08\, 2026 – 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM \nWORKSHOP FOCUS: \nExtreme weather events are causing considerable damage to managed forests and urban trees in middle and southern Georgia. Join this day-long workshop designed for Extension Agents\, forest landowners\, and managers to learn from UGA faculty and Extension specialists about: \n\nTimber management lessons learned from Hurricanes Irene and Michael on forest stand assessment\, lean pine recovery\, reforestation\, and invasive species management.\nUrban tree considerations for storm preparedness and recovery: tree risk assessment and wind damage\, tree health\, and species selection for replanting.\n\n  \nWORKSHOP AGENDA: \nMorning presentations at the Coffee County Extension office\nLunch (provided)\nAfternoon outdoor field discussions at the South Georgia State College campus \n  \nREGISTRATION: \nThe last day for registration is 05/01/2026 \nRegistration cost (by 5/4/26)……………………$50.00 \nRegistration is limited to the first 20 people to sign up.  If registration is full and you would like to be added to the waitlist\, please reach out to James Johnson (james.johnson26@uga.edu) or Holly Campbell (hollycam@uga.edu) \nREGISTER NOW! \n  \nCONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS:\n \nISA (Applied for)\nGeorgia Dpt. of Ag. Pesticide Applicator (Applied for)\nSAF (Cat 1) (Applied for)\nGeorgia Master Timber Harvester 4 hr (Cat B) (Applied for) \n  URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/storm-recovery-workshop-timber-management-urban-forestry/ LOCATION:UGA Extension Office – Coffee County\, 709 E Ward St.\, Douglas\, GA\, 31533\, United States CATEGORIES:Continuing Forestry Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gfagrow.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/UGA_office2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T091500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T153000 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20260326T132254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T134652Z UID:184530-1778058900-1778081400@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:Urban Forestry Workshop | Continuing Education DESCRIPTION:  \nLOCATION:\nHall County Extension Office\, \n734 E Crescent Dr\, Gainesville\, GA 30501 \nDATE:\nMay 06\, 2026 – 9:15 AM to 3:30 PM \n\nWORKSHOP FOCUS \nThis field-based\, outdoor training for Extension Agents\, tree care\, and green industry professionals will include a blend of discussions\, demonstrations\, and group activities to increase urban tree knowledge in the following areas:\n• young tree pruning\n• tree health\n• tree establishment\n• tree risk assessment \nInstructors include UGA faculty from the Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources and UGA Cooperative Extension. \nMore Details About the Event → \n  \nWORKSHOP AGENDA \nMeet at the Hall County Extension office and transport to Midlands Park for an outdoor demonstration and discussions\nLunch (provided in the field)\nAfternoon outdoor activity at Hall County School District headquarters \n\nREGISTRATION  \nThe last day for registration is 05/01/2026 \nRegistration cost (by 5/4/26)……………………$50.00 \nRegistration is limited to the first 10 people to sign up.  If registration is full and you would like to be added to the waitlist\, please reach out to James Johnson (james.johnson26@uga.edu) or Holly Campbell (hollycam@uga.edu) \nREGISTER NOW! \n  \nCONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS \nISA (Applied for) Georgia Dept. of Ag Pesticide Applicator CEUs (applied for) URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/urban-forestry-workshop-continuing-education/ LOCATION:UGA Extension Office – Gainessville\, 734 E Crescent Dr #300\, Gainesville\, GA\, 30501\, United States CATEGORIES:Continuing Forestry Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gfagrow.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/UGA_office-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T143000 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20260410T180336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T140908Z UID:184565-1777968000-1777991400@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:Landowner Field Day - Alapaha\, GA DESCRIPTION:A Hands-On Forestry & Land Management Experience for Georgia Landowners\nJoin the Georgia Forestry Association and its partners for the inaugural round of Landowner Field Days\, a new event series designed specifically for Georgia’s private landowners. This field-based experience brings together foresters\, loggers\, wildlife experts\, and industry professionals to share practical\, real-world insights you can apply directly to your property. \nWhether your goals include improving timber value\, enhancing wildlife habitat\, or strengthening the long-term health of your land\, Landowner Field Days offers hands-on learning\, expert guidance\, and meaningful peer connections—all in one place. \nWhat to Expect\n\nHands-on demonstrations led by foresters\, loggers\, and industry professionals\nPractical land management tips focused on timber value\, wildlife habitat\, and property health\nUpdates on programs and incentives available to Georgia landowners\nOpportunities to ask questions\, network\, and learn from experts in the field\n\nEvent Details\nDate: Tuesday\, May 5\, 2026Time: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PMRain Dates: May 6 and 7\, 2026 \nLocation:Gaskins Forest Education Center3359 Moore Sawmill Rd.\nAlapaha\, GA 31622 \nLunch: Provided by event sponsors \nTopics of Discussion\n\nEducation and Outreach\nPine Straw\nUnderstory Restoration\nChronic Wasting Disease in White-tailed Deer\nHurricane Helene Recovery\nLearn & Burn\n\nSponsors & Partnerships\nLandowner Field Days is made possible through the support of our generous sponsors and partners who share a commitment to Georgia’s working forests and private landowners. \nInterested in supporting this or other GFA regional meetings?Contact Ansley Whitley ansley@gfagrow.org (478) 992-8110 ext. 204 \nReady to Join Us?\n\n\n\n \n \n RSVP for the 2026 Alapaha Landowner Day (05.05.2026)\n This is a free event\, but you must RSVP to attend. \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Phone*What Best Describes You?*\n \n \n Landowner\n \n \n \n Partner/Sponsor\n Company / Organization*GFA Member?*\n \n \n YES\n \n \n \n NO\n How Did You Hear About This Event?*\n \n \n Email\n \n \n \n Facebook Advertisement\n \n \n \n GFA/Partner Social Media\n \n \n \n Industry Professional\n \n \n \n Other Landowner\n \n \n \n Other\n Consent*GEORGIA FORESTRY ASSOCIATION / FOUNDATION | EVENT PARTICIPANT WAIVER FORM\n\nI understand that I am choosing to participate in an event involving Georgia Forestry Association & Georgia Forestry Foundation. Further\, I understand that it is incumbent upon me to use the utmost care in the exercise of safety. I intend to do so and realize that I have an affirmative duty to do so. I further realize that Georgia Forestry Association\, Georgia Forestry Foundation\, their members\, agents\, employees\, licensees\, volunteers\, and associates are participating in this event to give me a quality educational and/or outdoor experience. This participation by the referenced individuals may include travel. I understand that I will conduct myself in a manner as to be safe around all the individuals mentioned herein.\n\nI may be exposed to or infected by COVID-19\, or another communicable disease(s)\, by participating in Georgia Forestry Association and/or Georgia Forestry Foundation event or activity\, including a spectator\, and that such exposure or infection may result in personal injury\, illness\, permanent disability\, and death. I understand that the risk of becoming exposed or infected by COVID-19\, or another communicable disease(s)\, may result from the actions\, omissions\, or negligence of myself and others\, including but not limited to\, Georgia Forestry Association\, Georgia Forestry Foundation\, employees\, agents\, representatives\, volunteers\, customers\, and any others to present on the premises of the event.\n\nFurther\, I hereby waive all rights to any claim\, cause of action\, right of litigation of any kind\, whatsoever\, originating from GFA/GFF LANDOWNER FIELD DAY event and thereafter for all time as to the Georgia Forestry Association\, Georgia Forestry Foundation\, members\, employees\, volunteers\, licensees or said \norganizations and their agents. I realize it is a privilege to participate in this event and accordingly I will conduct myself in a safe manner consistent with all affirmative duties which I have heretofore recognized.\n\nI grant to the Georgia Forestry Association and the Georgia Forestry Foundation\, its representatives and employees the right to take photographs of me and my property in connection with the above-identified subject. I authorize the Georgia Forestry Association and the Georgia Forestry Foundation to use and publish the same in print and/or electronically. I agree that the Georgia Forestry Association and the Georgia Forestry Foundation may use such photographs of me with or without my name and for any lawful purpose\, including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and Web content. I have read and understand the above: URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/landowner-field-day-alapaha-ga/ LOCATION:Gaskins Forest Education Center\, 3359 Moore Sawmill Rd\, GA\, 31622\, United States CATEGORIES:Georgia Forestry Association ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gfagrow.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/export_LO.Field_.Day_Culloden_03.10.26-01299-scaled-e1776280682778.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Georgia Forestry Association":MAILTO:michele@gfagrow.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T153000 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20260415T194446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T194446Z UID:184572-1776952800-1776958200@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:Timber Tax Basics from a Landowner’s Perspective DESCRIPTION:Join Guido van der Hoeven\, North Carolina State University Extension Specialist/Senior Lecturer Emeritus\, for an overview of Timber Tax Basics from a Landowner’s Perspective. Topics of interest regarding timber being held as a long-term asset will include understanding differences between timber and wood products\, the cost basis for timber which is needed to calculate any long-term gain on sale\, and what deductions might be available to the landowner. \nA question-and-answer session at the end of the webinar is planned. \nPersons with disabilities who require accommodations to participate in this webinar should contact Janet Wright at 352-379-4518 or dial 7-1-1 to access telecommunication relay services. \nEvent – Timber Tax Basics from a Landowner’s Perspective\nDate – April 23\, 2026\nTime – 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. Eastern\nPresenters – Guido van der Hoeven\, North Carolina State University \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/timber-tax-basics-from-a-landowners-perspective/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gfagrow.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/farmers-taxpayereducation-socialmedia-25-3-govdeliv_crop.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T133000 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20260216T152544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T152544Z UID:184477-1776844800-1776951000@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:Pine Straw Production - Stand Management and Economics DESCRIPTION:Tift County Extension Office—Conference Room 1468 Carpenter Road South\, Tifton\, GA 31794 \nSponsored by: Warnell School of Forestry & Natural Resources \nDate: Apr 22\, 2026 08:15 AM to Apr 23\, 2026 01:10 PM \n\n\nREGISTER HERE \nPurpose: Revenues for pine straw paid to forest landowners in Georgia have increased from an estimated $15.5 million in 1999\, to $25 million in 2003\, $50 million in 2007\, $80 million in 2008 –2011\, $60-$80 million in 2013-2020\, to $126 million in 2022. During the period from 1999 through 2020 pine chip-n-saw and sawtimber stumpage revenues in Georgia have declined by roughly 25% – 35%. Many forest landowners and land managers are interested in managing their longleaf or slash pine stands for pine straw. This course will provide information necessary to effectively manage pine stands for pine straw. \nParticipants will:  \n• Learn about pine straw yields by species\, site quality\,  land-use history\, and basal area. \n• Review cut-over and old-field pine straw studies\, as well as other factors that affect pine straw yields. \n• Learn how the effect of pine straw raking (semiannual\, annual\, periodic and raking method) relates to soil moisture status\, nutrient cycling\, and stand growth. \n• Learn the effect of fertilization on pine straw yields on cut-over and old-field sites. \n· Learn how to use diagnostic tools and soils information to determine fertilizer needs and recommendations. \n· Understand how leaf area index and growing conditions can determine pine straw yields. \n• Learn herbicides that can be used in pine stands to control unwanted vegetation and herbicides that are grass friendly \n• Learn how to control invasive\, exotic species. \n• Learn management alternatives to moving a cut-over pine stand into pine straw production\, hear about sequencing fertilizer and herbicide use\, and discuss the economics of  pine straw in overall pine stand management. \n  \nHow One Will Benefit:  \nUpon completion of this course\, a forest landowner or land manager will be able to make effective silvicultural and economical management decisions on managing slash and longleaf pine stands for straw. \n  \nWho Should Attend?  \nForesters\, land managers\, forest landowners\, pine straw contractors\, and others interested in effectively managing their pine stand for pine straw. \n  \nInstructors:  \nDr. David Dickens – Professor of Forest Productivity UGA-WSFNR \nDr. David Clabo – Associate Professor of Silviculture Outreach UGA-WSFNR \nNoah Shephard—PhD candidate UGA-WSFNR \n  \nAdditional Information: \nSpecial Needs – For special services contact David Clabo @ 229-386-3672 or e-mail him @ david.clabo@uga.edu prior to September 8\, 2025. \n  \nTake Home Materials: Each presentation will be provided as digital pdf files. \n  \nParking: Please park in the back of the office. \n  \nHotels: \nLa Quinta Inn and Suites: 1215 US-82 West. 229-586-8025 \nSpringHill Suites: 401 Boo Dr. 229-520-5135 \nHilton Garden Inn: 201 Boo Dr. 229-382-8484 \nHoliday Inn Express: 814 7th St West. 229-382-3300 \nComfort Inn & Suites: 320 South Virginia Ave. 229-375-5903 \nFairfield Inn & Suites: 806 7th St West. 229-387-8288 \nSpark by Hilton: 1199 US-82. 229-382-8505 \n  \nAgenda \n\n\nWednesday\, April 22 \n\n\n\n\nTime\nEvent\n\n\n8:15 a.m.\nWelcome\, sign-in sheets\, continuing education certificates\, and other items – Dickens and Clabo\n\n\n8:30\nIntroduction—Pine straw revenues vs. stumpage factors affecting pine straw yields – Dickens\n\n\n9:30\nCutover and old-field pine straw studies (longleaf\, and slash Pine) – Dickens\n\n\n10:15\nBreak\n\n\n10:30\nMagnitude and duration of fertilization benefits — Case studies; fertilization payoffs; weed re-growth with fertilization –Dickens\n\n\n11:20\nUsing diagnostic tools (leaf area index estimations\, soil\, and foliar sampling)\, soils\, and yield information for \ndetermining effective recommendations—Dickens\n\n\nNoon\nLunch break\n\n\n1:00\nUsing leaf area index and growing conditions to determine pine straw raking yields—Shephard\n\n\n1:45\nForest floor nutrients—Dickens\n\n\n2:15\nRaking regimes (semi-annual\, annual\, and periodic) and pine straw production\, stand growth\, and soil moisture—Dickens\n\n\n2:45\nOld-field and cutover stand conditions after Hurricane Helene—Shephard\n\n\n3:30\nQuestions and adjourn\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, April 23 \n\n\n\n\nTime\nEvent\n\n\n8:15 a.m.\nPossible stand stressors imparted by pine straw raking— Clabo\n\n\n9:00\nHerbicides and herbicide use—Clabo\n\n\n9:45\nBreak\n\n\n10:00\nIdentification and control of invasive exotic species– Clabo\n\n\n10:45\nForest management alternatives for moving a cutover pine stand into pine straw production—Dickens\n\n\n11:30\nSequencing fertilization and herbicide use to reduce overall costs—Dickens\n\n\n12:00 p.m.\nLunch Break\n\n\n1:00 p.m.\nDepart for UGA Alapaha Farm near Alapaha\, GA OR visit an operational raking in a stand that did not receive storm damage\n\n\n1:45 p.m.\nEconomics of pine straw at various returns per acre in overall pine stand management on cutover vs old-field stands –field visit to a pine straw raking study or operational raking area —Dickens\, Shephard\, and Clabo\n\n\n3:30\nAdjourn\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\nThe last day for early registration is 03/25/2026 \nThe last day for registration is 04/03/2026 \nEarly registration through April 08\, 2026……………………………$300.00 \n  \nAfter 03/25/2026\, Registration \nRegular registration after April 08\, 2026:……………………………$350.00 \n  \nContinuing Education Credits \n\n\n· 11 hrs Continuing Forestry Education (CFE) hours- Category 1 (approved) \n· 11 hrs Continuing Logger Education hours – Environment  (Category B) (approved) \n· 2 hrs Cat 23 and 1 hr Cat 10 Pesticide Applicator credits for GA (approved) URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/pine-straw-production-stand-management-and-economics/ LOCATION:Tift County Extension Office\, Carpenter Rd S\, Tifton\, GA\, 31793 CATEGORIES:Continuing Forestry Education,Continuing Logger Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gfagrow.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Pine.Straw_1920x1080.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T153000 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20260415T182457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T182457Z UID:184568-1776780000-1776785400@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:Webinar Series: Forest Landowner Support DESCRIPTION:The Society of American Foresters is proud to partner with the USDA Forest Service and the US Endowment of Forestry and Communities to empower small landowners to maintain healthy and resilient working forests through Forest Landowner Support (FLS) grants. \nJoin us on Tuesday\, April 21\, 2:00-3:30 PM ET to learn about the impact \nthat FLS funding has had on various cost-share programs across the US. This FREE webinar features professionals from various FLS-awarded programs who will share information about their programs\, challenges\, and success stories. Panelists will discuss how they are using FLS funding to support existing or emerging cost-share programs. \nLearn more here! URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/webinar-forest-landowner-support/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gfagrow.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/a8889deb-536b-4138-6e77-041297125611.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T130000 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20260331T210622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T210622Z UID:184545-1776247200-1776258000@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:Wildlife and Forestry Management Webinar Series DESCRIPTION:When:\nApril 15th – 10 AM \nWhere:\nStewart County Extension Office\n7062 Green Grove Rd.\nLumpkin\, Ga 31815\nor Attend Zoom Virtually \nFood Plot Management with Dr. James Johnson\, University of Georgia Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources. \nRegister Here →\nAttend in person by contacting (229) 838-4908 \n  \nAttend and Win! \nIf you attend 3 webinars in this year’s series\, your name will be entered into a drawing for a prize consisting of outdoor goodies at the end of the year!\nBE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR INFORMATION REGARDING UPCOMING WEBINARS! \n  URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/wildlife-and-forestry-management-webinar-series/ CATEGORIES:Continuing Forestry Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T200000 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20260330T203334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T203334Z UID:184542-1775757600-1775764800@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:Landowner Appreciation Supper DESCRIPTION:Join Us For Food\, Fun\, Fellowship and Door Prizes \nThursday – April 9\, 2026 | 6PM \nIgnite CCA Cafe\n903 South Georgia Tech Parkway\nAmericus\, Ga 31709 \nRSVP Here → \n\nFor More Information Contact: \nGabe Brogdon (478) 595-7644\nCasey Brinson (478) 488-0381\nMark Shutters (229) 591-6931 \n  URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/landowner-appreciation-supper/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gfagrow.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Screenshot-2026-03-30-at-4.28.43-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T163000 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20260316T210000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T210006Z UID:184528-1775550600-1775579400@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:Paradise Public Fishing Area - Learn & Burn DESCRIPTION:Paradise Public Fishing Area – Learn & Burn\nHosted by: Quail Forever \nApril 7\, 2026 | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (Rain Dates: April 8-10\, 2026) \nParadise Public Fishing Area (536 Paradise Drive\, Enigma\, GA 31749) \nRegister by April 3\, 2026 at: https://events.pheasantsforever.org/events/ \nJoin us for the Learn and Burn at Paradise PFA— a one-day\, hands-on prescribed fire training designed for landowners who desire to use prescribed fire as a land management tool and are interested in learning the basics of safe burning. Participants will take part in a live prescribed burn\, gain practical experience using fire tools\, and learn directly from experienced fire managers. \nLunch will be provided. \nWhat to Expect \nActive participation in a live prescribed burn \nWalking on uneven terrain and carrying tools \nRequirement to wear natural fiber clothing (cotton\, wool\, linen\, silk) and leather boots \nBring eye protection\, leather gloves\, a bandana\, sunscreen\, and a refillable water bottle. \nRequirements \nAll participants must sign a hold-harmless liability waiver on the day of the event. \nThis is an outdoor\, all-day training — come prepared for weather and physical activity. \nRain Date 4/8-10 URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/paradise-public-fishing-area-learn-burn/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gfagrow.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Ladies.Learn_.Burn_QF.PF_2026.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T143000 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20260304T200530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T143314Z UID:184493-1775548800-1775572200@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:Landowner Field Day - Summerville\, GA DESCRIPTION:A Hands-On Forestry & Land Management Experience for Georgia Landowners\nJoin the Georgia Forestry Association and its partners for the inaugural round of Landowner Field Days\, a new event series designed specifically for Georgia’s private landowners. This field-based experience brings together foresters\, loggers\, wildlife experts\, and industry professionals to share practical\, real-world insights you can apply directly to your property. \nWhether your goals include improving timber value\, enhancing wildlife habitat\, or strengthening the long-term health of your land\, Landowner Field Days offers hands-on learning\, expert guidance\, and meaningful peer connections—all in one place. \nWhat to Expect\n\nHands-on demonstrations led by foresters\, loggers\, and industry professionals\nPractical land management tips focused on timber value\, wildlife habitat\, and property health\nUpdates on programs and incentives available to Georgia landowners\nOpportunities to ask questions\, network\, and learn from experts in the field\n\nEvent Details\nDate: Tuesday\, April 7\, 2026Time: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PMRain Dates: April 8 & 9\, 2026 \nLocation:Mullinax Property415 Henderson Circle\,\nLyerly\, GA 30747 \nLunch: Provided by event sponsors \nTopics of Discussion\n\nLandowner Testimonial\nMontane Longleaf\nHardwood Management\nWildlife Management\nCarbon Markets\nLearn & Burn\n\nSponsors & Partnerships\nLandowner Field Days is made possible through the support of our generous sponsors and partners who share a commitment to Georgia’s working forests and private landowners. \nInterested in supporting this or other GFA regional meetings?Contact Ansley Whitley📧 ansley@gfagrow.org📞 (478) 992-8110 ext. 204 \nReady to Join Us? URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/landowner-field-day-summerville/ LOCATION:Landowner outreach Summerville\, 415 Henderson Cir\, Lyerly\, Georgia\, 30730\, United States CATEGORIES:Georgia Forestry Association,Georgia Forestry Foundation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gfagrow.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Rome_LFD_1920x1080.png ORGANIZER;CN="Georgia Forestry Association":MAILTO:michele@gfagrow.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T170000 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20260316T205451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T205451Z UID:184527-1775130300-1775149200@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:2026 Marion County Extension Office - Forestry Update DESCRIPTION:Overview: Please join us for the 2026 Forestry Update meeting at the Marion County Extension Office at 11:45 AM on Thursday\, April 2\, 2026. \nHosted by: UGA Extension \nDate: Apr 2\, 2026 11:45 AM \nWhere: Marion County Extension Office – 102 E. Burkhalter Ave\, Suite B\, Buena Vista\, GA 31803 \n\n\nREGISTER BY PHONE OR EMAIL BY MONDAY\, MARCH 30. \nPhone: (229) 649-2625 \nEmail: uge2193@uga.edu \n\nThis meeting has been approved for pesticide recertification credits in Categories 10\, 21\, 23\, 24\, and 27\, as well as Georgia Master Timber Harvester and Society of American Foresters CEU’s. \n\n  \n  \n\n\n  URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/2026-marion-county-extension-office-forestry-update/ CATEGORIES:Continuing Forestry Education,Continuing Logger Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T130000 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20260226T205741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T205754Z UID:184488-1775118600-1775134800@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:GACD Group 2 Meeting DESCRIPTION:GACD Group 2 Meeting\nApril 2\, 8:30 AM – 1 PM (Lincolnton\, GA)\nErosion control topics. Speakers. Breakfast and lunch provided.\nREGISTER HERE! URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/gacd-group-2-meeting-apr2026/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gfagrow.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/GACD.events_1920x1080.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T130000 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20260204T173541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T173617Z UID:184472-1774353600-1774530000@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:After the Storm: Continued Post-Hurricane Forest Management DESCRIPTION:Virtual – Zoom Webinar | REGISTER HERE \nSponsored by: Warnell School of Forestry & Natural Resources \nDate: Mar 24\, 2026 12:00 PM to Mar 26\, 2026 01:00 PM \n\n\nHurricane Helene caused massive timber damage in the southeast.  Recovery will take a multi-year effort for forest landowners.  Topics covered in the webinar include decisions landowners will face and forest insects\, diseases\, and invasive plant issues after a hurricane. \nThis is a free webinar led by Dr. Elizabeth McCarty and Dr. David Clabo\, offering 3 hours of Cat 1 SAF CFEs and 1.0 hour of Cat 23 pesticide applicator credits. \n  \n\n\nAgenda\nTuesday\, March 24th \n\n\n\n\nTime\nEvent\n\n\n\n\n12:00PM\nAssessing storm damaged stands and reforestation decisions (Dr. Clabo)\n\n\n1:00\nAdjourn\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, March 25th \n\n\n\n\nTime\nEvent\n\n\n\n\n12:00PM\nInsects and diseases associated with hurricane-damaged stands (Dr. McCarty)\n\n\n1:00\nAdjourn\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, March 26th \n\n\n\n\nTime\nEvent\n\n\n\n\n12:00PM\nInvasive plants and hurricanes: monitoring and control options  (Dr. Clabo)\n\n\n1:00\nAdjourn\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\nThe last day for registration is 03/26/2026 \n\n\n\nContinuing Education Credits\n\n3.0 Cat 1 SAF CFE (approved)\n3.0 hour Category 23 and 1.0 hour Category 10 GA pesticide applicator credit (approved)\n\n\n\nInstructor(s)\n\n\nDr. Elizabeth McCarty \n229-386-3078 \nelizabeth.mccarty@uga.edu \n\n\n\n\nDr. David Clabo \n229-386-3672 \ndavid.clabo@uga.edu URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/after-the-storm-continued-post-hurricane-forest-management/ CATEGORIES:Continuing Forestry Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gfagrow.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Online.Helene_1920x1080.png ORGANIZER;CN="Warnell School of Forestry & Natural Resources":MAILTO:ingvar@uga.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T130000 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20260226T205124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T205408Z UID:184485-1773306000-1773320400@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:GACD Group 3 Meeting DESCRIPTION:GACD Group 3 Meeting\nMarch 12\, 9 AM – 10 AM (Perry\, GA)\nGACD Group 3 (Flint River\, Lower Chattahoochee River\, Middle South Ga\, and Ocmulgee River Conservation Districts) are invited to tour UGA’s Grand Farms\, hear a Quail Forever presentation\, along with partner updates and lunch on Thursday\, March 12th at 9:00am.\nREGISTER TODAY! URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/gacd-group-3-meeting-march2026/ LOCATION:1101 Limerock Pkwy Perry\, Ga 31069\, 1101 Limerock Pkwy\, Perry\, GA\, 31069\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gfagrow.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/GACD.events_1920x1080.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T143000 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20260219T175938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T144013Z UID:184481-1773129600-1773153000@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:Landowner Field Day - Culloden\, GA DESCRIPTION:Landowner Field Days\nRegister Here \nA Hands-On Forestry & Land Management Experience for Georgia Landowners\nJoin the Georgia Forestry Association and its partners for the inaugural round of Landowner Field Days\, a new event series designed specifically for Georgia’s private landowners. This field-based experience brings together foresters\, loggers\, wildlife experts\, and industry professionals to share practical\, real-world insights you can apply directly to your property. \nWhether your goals include improving timber value\, enhancing wildlife habitat\, or strengthening the long-term health of your land\, Landowner Field Days offers hands-on learning\, expert guidance\, and meaningful peer connections—all in one place. \nWhat to Expect\n\nHands-on demonstrations led by foresters\, loggers\, and industry professionals\nPractical land management tips focused on timber value\, wildlife habitat\, and property health\nUpdates on programs and incentives available to Georgia landowners\nOpportunities to ask questions\, network\, and learn from experts in the field\n\nEvent Details\nDate: Tuesday\, March 10\, 2026Time: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PMRain Dates: March 11 & 12\, 2026 \nLocation:Oxford Family Farms461 Oxford RoadCulloden\, GA 31016 \nLunch: Provided by event sponsors \nTopics of Discussion\n\nEstate Planning Spotlight\nMill/Producer Roundtable\nLongleaf Pine Management\nChemical Applications\nBurning for Birds\nCost Share Updates\nPrescribed Fire Drone Demonstration\n2:30 PM – Depart\n\nSponsors & Partnerships\nLandowner Field Days is made possible through the support of our generous sponsors and partners who share a commitment to Georgia’s working forests and private landowners. \nInterested in supporting this or other GFA regional meetings?Contact Dillon Hendrix📧 dillon@gfagrow.org📞 (478) 992-8110\, ext. 206 \nReady to Join Us? Visit our registration page to RSVP. URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/landowner-field-day-culloden-ga/ CATEGORIES:Georgia Forestry Association,Georgia Forestry Foundation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gfagrow.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ValdostaHLStrategyDJI_0237-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Georgia Forestry Association":MAILTO:michele@gfagrow.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T140000 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20260126T164413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T210136Z UID:184461-1772272800-1772287200@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:2026 Savannah River Fire Festival (RESCHEDULED) DESCRIPTION:5th Annual Savannah River Fire Festival\nYou and your family are invited to attend the 5th annual Savannah River Fire Festival! \nEnjoy a fun day outdoors celebrating how prescribed fire is good for Georgia’s forests and meet some of the organizations using it to support healthy wildlife habitat and reduce the risk of wildfires. It’s a FREE festival for the whole family with fire equipment\, food trucks\, face painting\, and games! \nIn case of inclement weather\, the rain date for this event is February 28th. \nWhile we love your pets\, we ask that you please leave them at home during the festival to respect the Center’s no-pet policy. \nEvent Details\nDate: Saturday\, February 28\, 2026 (RESCHEDULED FROM 2/21)Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM (EST) \nLocation:Mary Kahrs Warnell Forest Education Center5960 GA-17\,Guyton\, GA 31312 \nQuestions?  Contact mkwarnellcenter@uga.edu URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/2026-savannah-river-fire-festival/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gfagrow.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/sff.2.28.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T143000 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20251210T211310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T144944Z UID:184419-1771920000-1771943400@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:Landowner Field Day - Butler\, GA DESCRIPTION:Landowner Field Days\nTHE EVENT REGISTRATION IS CLOSED DUE TO MAXIMUM CAPACITY. PLEASE ATTEND A FUTURE EVENT. THANK YOU!\nA Hands-On Forestry & Land Management Experience for Georgia Landowners\nJoin the Georgia Forestry Association and its partners for the inaugural Landowner Field Days\, a new event series designed specifically for Georgia’s private landowners. This field-based experience brings together foresters\, loggers\, wildlife experts\, and industry professionals to share practical\, real-world insights you can apply directly to your property. \nWhether your goals include improving timber value\, enhancing wildlife habitat\, or strengthening the long-term health of your land\, Landowner Field Days offers hands-on learning\, expert guidance\, and meaningful peer connections—all in one place. \nWhat to Expect\n\nHands-on demonstrations led by foresters\, loggers\, and industry professionals\nPractical land management tips focused on timber value\, wildlife habitat\, and property health\nUpdates on programs and incentives available to Georgia landowners\nOpportunities to ask questions\, network\, and learn from experts in the field\n\nEvent Details\nDate: Tuesday\, February 24\, 2026Time: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PMRain Dates: February 25 & 26\, 2026 \nLunch: Provided by event sponsors \nTentative Schedule of Events\n\n8:00 AM – Registration Opens\n8:30 AM – Sponsor & Partner Introductions\n9:00 AM – Pond Management\n9:00 AM – Food Plots & Dove Fields (No-Till Drill Demonstration)\n10:00 AM – Wildlife Management\n10:30 AM – Longleaf Pine Management\n11:00 AM – Timber Sale Contracts\n11:30 AM – Lunch (provided by sponsors)\n12:30 PM – Prescribed Fire Drone Demonstration\n2:30 PM – Depart\n\nSponsors & Partnerships\nLandowner Field Days is made possible through the support of our generous sponsors and partners who share a commitment to Georgia’s working forests and private landowners. \nInterested in supporting this or other GFA regional meetings?Contact Dillon Hendrix📧 dillon@gfagrow.org📞 (478) 992-8110\, ext. 206 \nTHE EVENT REGISTRATION IS CLOSED DUE TO MAXIMUM CAPACITY. PLEASE ATTEND A FUTURE EVENT. THANK YOU! URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/landowner-field-day-butler-ga/ CATEGORIES:Georgia Forestry Association ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gfagrow.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Butler.GA_1920x1080.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T200000 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20260126T162802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T162802Z UID:184459-1770836400-1770840000@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:Artemis Georgia - Fireside Chat DESCRIPTION:Artemis Georgia – Fireside Chat (Online)\nRegister Here! \nAs the new legislative session begins\, it’s important to know what bills and policies are on the table that could impact Georgia’s wildlife\, natural resources\, and outdoor recreation. Join us for an online discussion on how to stay informed\, understand what’s at stake\, and take meaningful action when it matters most. We’ll cover practical ways to track legislation\, stay “in the know\,” and make your voice heard for conservation in Georgia. \nEvent Details\nDate: Wednesday\, February 11\, 2026 (ONLINE)Time: 7:00 – 8:00 PM (EST)Learn More: https://gwf.org/artemisgeorgia/ URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/artemis-georgia-fireside-chat-feb26/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gfagrow.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Artemis-GA_1920x1080.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T170000 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20260126T162124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T162621Z UID:184455-1770712200-1770742800@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:Ladies Learn & Burn DESCRIPTION:Ladies Learn & Burn (Oakfield\, GA)\nLearn More Here! \nJoin us for the Learn & Burn at Red Oaks Plantation — a one-day\, hands-on prescribed fire training designed for landowners\, natural resource professionals\, and beginners interested in learning the basics of safe burning. Participants will take part in a live prescribed burn\, gain practical experience using fire tools\, and learn directly from experienced fire managers. \nInstructions will cover: \n\nPrescribed burn planning and permitting\nSmoke management and fire weather\nLiability laws and financial resources\nHands-on practice with drip torches and other tools of the trade\nOpportunities to ask questions and learn from experts\n\nLunch will be provided. \nEvent Details\nDate: Tuesday\, February 10\, 2026 (Rain Dates: Feb. 11-13)Time: 8:30 AM (ALL DAY EVENT) \nLocation:Red Oaks Plantation3581 GA Highway 300\,Oakfield\, GA 31772-1826 \nFor accommodations or questions please contact anthony.kroeger@dnr.ga.gov URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/ladies-learn-burn-feb10-2026/ LOCATION:RED OAKS PLANTATION\, 3581 GA HIGHWAY 300\, OAKFIELD\, GA\, 31772-1826\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gfagrow.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Ladies.Learn_.Burn_QF.PF_2026.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T190000 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20260121T195319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T195320Z UID:184445-1770645600-1770750000@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:2026 Forestry Day at the Capitol DESCRIPTION:REGISTER TODAY!\nForestry Day at the Capitol\n📅 February 9-10\, 2026 | 📍Atlanta\, GA\nWe hope you will join fellow Georgia Forestry Association members and the broader forestry community in Atlanta on February 9-10\, 2026\, to advocate for policies that will help to keep Georgia the #1 Forestry State in the Nation! URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/2026-forestry-day-at-the-capitol/ CATEGORIES:Georgia Forestry Association ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gfagrow.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/FDAC_1920x1080.png ORGANIZER;CN="Georgia Forestry Association":MAILTO:michele@gfagrow.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260206 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260209 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20260126T161010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T161010Z UID:184451-1770336000-1770595199@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:2026 Fisharama/Turkeyrama DESCRIPTION:Fisharama/Turkeyrama\nLearn More Here! \nFisharama/Turkeyrama is an annual 3-day\, family-friendly outdoor expo held at the Georgia National Fairgrounds in Perry\, GA. Sponsored by the Georgia Wildlife Federation (GWF)\, it serves as a major fundraiser featuring over 100 vendors selling hunting and fishing gear\, turkey calls\, guns\, and outdoor equipment. It includes\, seminars\, activities for kids\, and wildlife displays.  \nEvent Details\nDate: February 6-8\, 2026Time: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PMRain Dates: February 25 & 26\, 2026 \nLocation:Georgia National Fairgrounds401 Golden Isles Pkwy\,Perry\, GA 31069 \nShow Times\n\nFriday (2/6): 1:00 – 7:00 PM\nSaturday (2/7): 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM\nSunday (2/8): 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM\n\n\n  URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/2026-fisharama-turkeyrama/ LOCATION:Georgia National Fairgrounds\, 401 Golden Isles Pkwy\, Perry\, GA\, 31069\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gfagrow.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/GWF_Buckarama.Fisharama.Turkeyrama.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T120000 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20260115T143302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T143302Z UID:184432-1770026400-1770033600@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:Landowner Resources Luncheon DESCRIPTION:What to Expect \n\n\n\n\nJoin the Georgia Conservancy and our partners on February 2 at the Landowner Resources Luncheon at the Mary Kahrs Warnell Forest Education Center in Guyton \nGeorgia Conservancy’s landowner resources luncheon is a great opportunity for private landowners in Georgia to learn about the different technical and financial resources available to them\, often free of charge. This event will have information on which agencies and organizations offer free or subsidized services unique to private landowners in Georgia. \nRegister by 2/1/26 → \n\nHere are the quick facts: \nWhat: Georgia Conservancy’s Landowner Resources Luncheon\nWhen: Monday\, February 2 from 10 AM – 12 PM  (lunch provided)\nWhere: Mary Kahrs Warnell Forest Education Center – 5960 Highway 17 South\, Guyton\, GA 31312 \n\nThank you to our Landowner Resources Luncheon partners: The Longleaf Alliance\, Georgia Forestry Commission\, Georgia Forestry Association\, University of Georgia\, USDA-NRCS\, and Georgia Department of Natural Resources – Wildlife Resources Division. \nQuestions? Please reach out to Georgia Conservancy Land Stewardship Manager Jason Alsad at jalstad@georgiaconservancy.org URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/landowner-resources-luncheon/ LOCATION:Mary Kahrs Warnell Forest Education Center\, 5960 GA-17\, Guyton\, GA\, 31312\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gfagrow.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Georgia.Conservancy_16x9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T160000 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20251120T170117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T170117Z UID:184410-1765886400-1765900800@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:Burke County Forest Landowner Meeting DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\nDec. 16 // 12 PM – 4 PM\nHosted by: UGA Extension – Burke County (Cliff Collins)\nLocation: Burke County Office Park Auditorium (715 W 6th Street\, Waynesboro\, GA 30830)\nCall to RSVP 706-526-7001 URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/burke-county-forest-landowner-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T120000 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20251120T171513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T171609Z UID:184411-1764669600-1764676800@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:Statesboro Landowner Resources Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\nDecember 2\, 2025 | 10AM – NOON\nHosted by: Georgia Conservancy + Other Partners\nLocation: Bulloch County Agricultural Complex (151 Langston Chapel Road\, Statesboro\, GA 30458)\nRSVP ONLINE by 12/1/25 to attend \nLearn More: Landowner Resources Luncheon – Flyer 2025 \n  URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/boro-landowner-luncheon-2025/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T200000 DTSTAMP:20260726T174328 CREATED:20250715T193259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T193311Z UID:184314-1761674400-1761681600@gfagrow.org SUMMARY:Middle Georgia Regional Forestry Event DESCRIPTION:Join us for an opportunity to learn from forestry experts! \nThis is a free event\, but you must RSVP to attend. \nMiddle Georgia Regional Forestry Meeting\nWHEN\nOctober 28\, 2025\n6:00 – 8:00 p.m. \nWHERE\nHouston County Extension Office\n2030 Kings Chapel Rd\,\nPerry\, GA 31069 \nQUESTIONS\nDillon Hendrix\nDirector of Membership\ndillon@gfagrow.org\n478-992-8110 URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/middlega-rfg-oct25/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR