The Georgia Forestry Forum
Welcome to the Georgia Forestry Forum! This is a podcast that explores trees and forests - the rich and renewable resources - and the innumerable benefits we humans get from them! Expect this podcast to cover topics that will affect YOU! We want to share how trees impact every part of your life - from the air you breathe, the water you drink, to the cost of our energy bills, and the products we use daily - and we'll tell you how our folks here at the Georgia Forestry Commission support it all.
The Georgia Forestry Forum
23. Saluting Service: Meet GFC’s 2025 Firefighter and Forester of the Year
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Welcome to the Georgia Forestry Forum!
In today’s episode, we’re saluting service as GFC Media Relations Specialist Stasia Kelly sits down with our recently announced 2025 Firefighter and Forester of the Year, Will Dale and Matt O'Connor. These two outstanding team members share their career journeys, the lessons they’ve learned in the field, and what drives their commitment to protecting Georgia’s forests and communities. From leadership and teamwork to service and dedication, this conversation highlights the heart of GFC’s mission.
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Stasia Kelly
Media Relations Specialist
Georgia Forestry Commission
skelly@gfc.state.ga.us
Will Dale
Ranger III, Habersham County
Georgia Forestry Commission
wdale@gfc.state.ga.us
Matthew O'Connor
Lead Forester, Region 4
Georgia Forestry Commission
moconnor@gfc.state.ga.us
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- Land of a Loss by Dan Lebowitz
- Pure Magic by Chris Haugen
- The Painted Night by National Sweetheart
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- Chainsaw by ItsTheGoodstuff
- Cinematic Impact Boom by Universfield
- Digital Wildfire by vekoN
- Dun Dun Dun by Simon_Lacelle
- Gravel Climbing by jorickhoofd
- Helicopter Spraying Herbicide by Benboncan
- Rock Tumble by AGC66
- Sleigh Bells Sound Effect by GowlerMusic
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