GeorgiaFish, Wildlife and Biodiversity
Georgia Department of Natural Resources – Wildlife Resources Division (http://www.georgiawildlife.com/)
This is the state agency responsible for the conservation and management of natural resources including wildlife and aquatic resources. Sources of information on threatened and endangered species include:
Georgia Rare Species and Natural Communities (http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/1380?cat=conservation)
This program provides information on state and federal threatened and endangered plants and wildlife habitats of particular conservation concern, and stewardship actions designed to benefit these important natural resources. Lists of threatened and endangered species by county, quad or HUC8 watershed are available for download. GIS and database files of quarter quad locations for threatened and endangered species and natural communities of concern are also available. **Site-specific reviews are reviewed free of charge.
State Wildlife Action Plan (http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/1703)
In 2005, all states completed a State Wildlife Action Plan, to identify and focus management on fish and wildlife in greatest need of conservation. This document provides an overview of key species (primarily nongame) and habitats of conservation concern throughout the state.
Special Sites
Georgia Department of Natural Resources - Historic Preservation Division (http://hpd.dnr.state.ga.us)
This is the primary state agency with knowledge and expertise in historic preservation, providing assistance in identifying and protecting historic properties, archaeological sites, burial places, and other cultural sites in the state. The staff includes preservation specialists (including historians, architectural historians, historic architects, and archaeologists).
The Natural, Archaeological, and Historic Resources Geographical Information System (NAHRGIS) is a web-based geographical information system with information about Georgia’s natural, archaeological, and historic resources. Access to historical information is available to all users but archeological information requires special permission.
Natural Resources Conservation Service- Cultural Resources (http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/technical/cultural.html)
The NRCS provides financial and technical assistance, including guidance related to cultural resources,to implement conservation practices. Prior to implementation, NRCS staff or other conservation partners will normally conduct site visits that include an inventory of cultural resources. If resources are identified, they can help provide options for preservation and a variety of appropriate land uses. Even if you are not receiving funding from NRCS, the Cultural Resources Specialist or Coordinator can provide information regarding cultural resources and may be able to visit your property or connect you with other organizations or individuals for assistance. The Cultural Resources Directory can be used to locate your state’s Cultural Resources Specialist or Coordinator.
Georgia Archives (http://sos.georgia.gov/archives/)
The State Archives identifies, preserves, and makes accessible records (such as census records, military records, family histories, and various county, state and federal records) and other documents of historical value to the state.
Best Management Practices
States are required by the federal Clean Water Act to identify Best Management Practices to control surface runoff and other forms of nonpoint pollution. In many states in the US, BMPs are considered voluntary for forest owners. However, the AFF’s Standard of Sustainability says that to be certified, forest owners must apply BMPs (Standard 4, Performance Measure 4.1). States are given the flexibility to define their own BMPs appropriate to the management measure and approved by EPA and below is the link to your state’s BMPs:
http://www.gfc.state.ga.us/ForestManagement/documents/BMPManualGA0609.pdf |
