The
Georgia Forestry Association,
one of the oldest conservation organizations in the United States,
was founded in 1907. At that time, tree farming was a family
tradition. Land was passed from generation to generation and
with it, a love of the land that became our heritage. 
Through
the years, GFA has worked with landowners in protecting their
property rights and adopting sound land management practices
to ensure that our forests continue to provide clean air,
clean water, soil conservation, wildlife habitat, recreation
and products that we all use every day.
Georgia's forests are vital to lives of many state residents,
from private landowners and foresters to loggers and thousands
of others employed by the forestry community. Who better to
manage Georgia's forests than the very people who want to see
them prosper? The Georgia Forestry Association is committed to protecting
our forests and their future.
For
over 100 years, GFA has been the "voice of forestry," working
to educate business, environmental and political leaders about
responsible forest management practices, reforestation, benefits
derived from forestry and landowner rights. In turn, GFA serves
as a resource, keeping members informed of legislative and
regulatory issues
that can affect the long-term health and value of forested land.
GFA also provides a diverse resource
of technical information that can help you better grow your
forestry investment. GFA members can assist in implementing
responsible land management practices and offer sound advice
on making the most of your resources.
 Georgia Forestry
Education Center
551 N. Frontage Rd.
Forsyth, GA
478-992-8110
info@gfagrow.org
The Georgia Forestry Education
Center was opened in October of 2003 as a result of a $2.1
million capital campaign that started in 2000. Throughout the Forestry Community,
donations were given to the Georgia Forestry Foundation to realize the goal of
the campaign of "Building a Foundation for Forestry".
The building was constructed
using many
Georgia species of wood, including white oak, red oak, bald
cypress, and green ash for walls, flooring, and molding. The
atrium features cypress beams and refurbished pine for the
flooring.
The building is available for
meetings and forestry events. Call for room rental information.
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