What is GROWS?

We have 23.6 million acres of forest land in Georgia. With that great gift comes the responsibility to manage it well. GROWS is a new approach to the goal of planning and caring for Georgia forest land.

Members exchange ideas on how to manage this resource more effectively in Georgia. GROWS also recognizes those owners and managers who manage it best. If you have innovative, practical ideas, then GROWS will help you share these ideas with others who want to hear about them. Together, we can touch future generations through managing forests wisely today.

Who should join GROWS?

Any individual or organization caring about Georgia forests may join GROWS. The one concept which unites members is the desire to see Georgia's forest lands managed carefully for future generations to enjoy and use. Members have the opportunity to influence decisions about these short-and long-term issues.

Why join GROWS?

Membership offers the opportunity to

• Strengthen the information flow between forest landowners in Georgia with tips and information from other members
• Encourage others to participate in local landowner organizations
• Influence how Georgia's forests are managed
• Join with others who also treasure Georgia forests and believe in stewardship
• Inspire others to discover, respect, and conserve the forest resources of Georgia

Those who join will receive

• A GROWS sign to mark your property as participating in this new program
• News from the Georgia Forestry Commission on the latest management ideas
• Assistance in working towards the Certified Forest Steward Award

GROWS is sponsored by the Georgia Forestry Commission and the Forest Stewardship Program.

Contact GROWS

If you'd like to contact us, call us at 1-800-GA-TREES.