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The South Carolina Forestry Commission publishes documents on a variety of topics about forestry in South Carolina, including fire activity reports, citizen pamphlets, guides for teachers, and law enforcement guidelines.
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Publication Strategic plan progress report(South Carolina State Library, 2024-07-31) South Carolina State Commission of ForestryThe Strategic Plan is one that Commissioners and agency personnel should use to guide their budgets, plans, and actions during the coming years. It is intended to be a living document, to be amended and updated as needs dictate.Publication How to Plant a Tree(South Carolina State Library, 2019-12-10) South Carolina State Commission of ForestryThis gives directions on how to plant a tree.Publication Equipment & services catalog 2024-25(South Carolina State Library, 2024-06-18) South Carolina State Commission of ForestryThis is a catalog of equipment and services provided by the Forestry Commission to landowners. It contains pictures of the equipment and prices as well as addresses and phone numbers for offices throughout the state.Publication Portugal Market Profile(South Carolina State Library, 2023-10-07) South Carolina State Commission of Forestry; Barlow, JohnThis report summarizes a study conducted by the South Carolina Forestry Commission on this European market during the second half of 2022, and it is intended to help the U.S. Southern states’ forest products sector (producers, manufacturers, traders and policy-makers) in examining and preparing for the opportunities this market may offer, by providing them with detailed information on India’s economics, wood fiber network, trade flows and international contacts. This document should be used as a reference, and in conjunction with primary market information from key forestry organizations, to help formulate strategies to participate in the Portuguese market.Publication Lichens : are they algae or fungi?(South Carolina State Library, 2024-02-29) South Carolina State Commission of Forestry; Huyler, AnnThis paper discusses lichens.Publication SC Project Learning Tree : 2023 annual report(South Carolina State Library, 2024-01-29) South Carolina State Commission of ForestrySC Project Learning Tree serves conservation educators who are better equipped to teach children about the connection between the environmental, social and economic benefits of sustainable forest management and natural resource conservation. Project Learning Tree has continued to develop new programs and curricula to stay current with new educational trends and practices.Publication Plant this, not that : native alternatives to invasive species in SC(South Carolina State Library, 2024-01-24) South Carolina State Commission of Forestry; Whitesides, DenaInvasive plants threaten the natural integrity of South Carolina forests as they often out-compete native trees, shrubs and plants for light, space, water and nutrients in their natural communities. Serious invasive plant problems increase maintenance costs for landowners and communities alike and compromise biodiversity. Plant native trees, shrubs and other plants in South Carolina. If you identify invasive species on your property, take action to remove plants and control their spread.Publication Daddy longlegs : worry not, arachnophobes!(South Carolina State Library, 2023-12-13) South Carolina State Commission of ForestryThis paper describes the Daddy longlegs spider.Publication A guide to urban forest plans(South Carolina State Library, 2023-10-23) Firehock, Karen; Doran, Lauren; Green Infrastructure Center, Inc.; South Carolina State Commission of ForestryThis guide was written to assist local governments and tree advocacy groups in understanding what to request and what should be expected when undertaking a planning process for their urban forest. While this guide was written for South Carolina, it can be applied universally. This guide came about following GIC’s review of 100 cities and towns in South Carolina and research into other management plans from multiple U.S. cities. Before embarking on an urban forestry plan, reference this guide to determine the type of plan to pursue and the steps to get there.Publication Urban and Community Forestry Grant Program 2023-2024 funds(South Carolina State Library, 2023-10-23) South Carolina State Commission of Forestry; Waite, Francis; Firehock, Karen; White, M. J.Through the Urban and Community Forestry Program, SCFC provides financial assistance for urban and community forestry projects to local governments and organized groups living and working within established developing and populated areas. This PowerPoint presentation explains the program and how to apply for funds.Publication Unbeleafable! A Kid-Friendly, Self-Led Guide to Identifying Trees in Harbison State Forest(South Carolina State Library, 2023-12-20) South Carolina State Commission of ForestryBy using this tree identification guide, you will be able to identify 10 tree species in Harbison State Forest and learn some fun facts. This activity guide is designed to be completed alongside an adult with access to a smartphone.Publication South Carolina Forestry Commission wildfires by county and fiscal year(South Carolina State Library, 2020-11-04) South Carolina State Commission of ForestryThis chart gives statistics from 1946/47 to 2019/20. It is broken down by year, county and the number of fires and acres burned in the county.Publication Strategic plan progress report(South Carolina State Library, 2023-08-31) South Carolina State Commission of ForestryThe Strategic Plan is one that Commissioners and agency personnel should use to guide their budgets, plans, and actions during the coming years. It is intended to be a living document, to be amended and updated as needs dictate.Publication Harbison State Forest trail guide(South Carolina State Library, 2021-06-10) South Carolina State Commission of ForestryThis maps shows the trail system in Harbison State Forest.Publication SC forest products industry export report 2021(South Carolina State Library, 2022-04-01) South Carolina State Commission of ForestryThe goal of this report is to provide timely information on international markets and export activities that are and will be relevant for the development of the South Carolina forest products industry. This document offers insights on international trade of the state's forest products and the most promising destinations for each product category.Publication The forests and forest industry of South Carolina(South Carolina State Library, 2021-10-11) South Carolina State Commission of Forestry; Danskin, ScottThis PowerPoint presentation gives statistics on the forests and forest products industry in South Carolina.Publication Equipment & services catalog 2023-24(South Carolina State Library, 2023-06-28) South Carolina State Commission of ForestryThis is a catalog of equipment and services provided by the Forestry Commission to landowners. It contains pictures of the equipment and prices as well as addresses and phone numbers for offices throughout the state.Publication The economic impact of South Carolina's forestry industry(South Carolina State Library, 2022-11-03) Von Nessen, Joseph C.; South Carolina State Commission of ForestryThis PowerPoint presentation provides a comprehensive assessment of the current economic impact of the forestry industry in South Carolina.Publication Larger elm leaf beetle : Monocesta coryli(South Carolina State Library, 2020-07-28) South Carolina State Commission of ForestryThis paper shows how to recognize and manage damage from the Elm leaf-beetle.Publication SC forest products industry trade report: 2022(South Carolina State Library, 2023-06-08) South Carolina State Commission of Forestry; Adams, Tim; Barlow, JohnThe goal of this report is to provide timely information on international markets and export activities that are and will be relevant for the development of the South Carolina forest products industry. This document offers insights on international trade of the state's forest products and the most promising destinations for each product category.