Trying to predict the peak of fall color year to year is a challenge since much depends on the weather and the microclimate around each tree. Fortunately, Georgia’s variety of tree species ensures you can count on a show of fall colors each year, without re-runs.
Georgia Forestry Commission and Georgia Department of Natural Resources are partnering to provide updates on leaf color changes. For updates visit http://gfccommunityforestry.wordpress.com and GeorgiaStateParks.org/LeafWatch.
This year, outdoor enthusiasts are invited to submit their best camera or cell phone shots
of Georgia fall leaf color to the Georgia Forestry Commission’s Facebook page. Submissions will go into a posted weekly photo album and one winner a week will be chosen by the “Like” votes of GFC’s Facebook fans. In addition, a grand prize winner for the season will be randomly chosen from weekly winners with the most votes. The grand prize includes a collection of ornamental or wildlife seedlings from the GFC Nursery and a one year membership to Friends of Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites, which includes an annual ParkPass and other discounts and values.
Click here for details on the Georgia Forestry Commission’s Fall Color Photo Contest
