Our achievements that made a difference
Georgia ForestWatch has become a formidable influence in how our national forests are managed. Concerned citizens can accomplish great things when they work together for change. Below you can learn more about some of the successes we’re most proud of.
2011 Roadless Rule “Sets Some Aside”
Approximately 64,873 acres of Inventoried Roadless Areas are designated as Roadless Areas in Georgia. In addition, 8,590 acres have been recommended by the Forest Service as “Wilderness Study Areas” to be considered for future inclusion in the National Wilderness System.
GFW Reduces Scope of Forest Destruction on Brawley Mountain
Saving the Golden Winged Warbler does not have to cause large-scale destruction of older hardwood forest by thinning, burning and herbicide suppression of regrowth. Click the link below to find out more.
Permanent Closure of the Anderson Creek OHV Area
Old Growth Forests
Old growth forests in Georgia? Yes, indeed -- and way more than anyone thought.
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The End of Clear Cutting in Georgia
