Born: Syracuse, New York 1912 BSF and MS State University of New York PhD University of Michigan
Dean, School of Forest Resources, University of Georgia 1957-1980
Recognized leader in forestry education in America. Notable achievements in teaching, research and administration. Innovative changes and significant contributions to forest resources education at the University of Georgia.
Inducted in the Georgia Foresters Hall of Fame 1970.
Born: Giengen/Brenz, Germany 1905 BSF and MF University of Michigan
Project Leader, US Forest Service Hitchiti Forest, Macon, Georgia (1945-1975)
Outstanding authority on the silvics and silviculture of Piedmont loblolly pine. Untiring advocate of ecologically sound forestry practices. Active in the Society of American Foresters. Organized first sub-chapter in Georgia, at Macon.
Inducted in the Georgia Foresters Hall of Fame 1971.
Born: Edison, Georgia 1916 BA Middle Georgia College BSF and MF University of Georgia
Head, Forestry Extension, University of Georgia 1949-1970
Significant contribution to improved naval stores practices. Initiated many forestry activities for Georgia's 4-H clubs. Promoted sound forestry practices among small landowners.
Inducted in Georgia Foresters Hall of Fame 1971.
Born: Eatonton, Georgia 1910 BSF University of Georgia
Associate Area Director for State and Private Forestry, US Forest Service, Atlanta 1964-1969
Displayed outstanding leadership in the Soil and Conservation Society of America and the Society of American Foresters. USAID and FAO forestry consultant to Costa Rica and India. Respected for initiative and leadership.
Born: Anderson, South Carolina 1919 BSF University of Michigan
Director of Woodlands Union Camp Corporation
Served the Society of American Foresters in numerous offices at the chapter, section, and national levels. Active in civic, professional, and industrial organizations. Widely known for educational work in 4-H clubs and Future Farmers of America.
Inducted in Georgia Foresters Hall of Fame 1972.
Born: Placerville, Idaho 1908 BSF University of Idaho MF Yale University
Regional Forester US Forest Service, Atlanta. Served with distinction in US Forest Service for 43 years.
Promoted forestry on Georgia's soil banks lands.
President, American Forestry Association 1971-1973. President, Society of American Foresters 1960-1961.
Born: Lookout, Wisconsin 1900 BSF and MS University of Minnesota PhD University of Pennsylvania
Professor of Forestry, University of Georgia 1946-1967
Recognized research scientist in forest pathology, genetics, and silviculture. Directed studies on fiber length and other genetic variables. Developed grafting techniques used in genetic research.
Born: Forsyth County, Georgia 1913 BS and BSF University of Georgia
Forest Land Manager, Bowater Southern and Catawba Timber
Promoted sound forestry practices across the South by encouraging improved logging and the establishment of demonstration forests. Provided leadership and guidance to many young foresters.
Inducted in Georgia Foresters Hall of Fame 1973.
Born: Camp Hill, Alabama 1917 BSF University of Georgia
Owner, Ben Meadows Company
President, Society of American Foresters 1972-1973
Active in numerous forestry and conservation organizations. Encouraged banks, appraisers to make proper timber valuations.
Born: Waleska, Georgia 1911 AA Reinhardt College BSF University of Georgia MF Duke University
Silviculturalist and Project Leader, Forest Service Research Station, Cordele, Georgia and Olustee, Florida 1947-1975.
Pioneer in research of slash pine plantation management. Authority on growth and yield of planted slash pine. Prominent in Society of American Foresters affairs.
Inducted in Georgia Foresters Hall of Fame 1974.
Born: Binghamton, New York 1917 BSF State University of New York
Woodlands Manager, Union Camp Corporation 1945-1968 Westvaco 1968-1972
Pioneered evenaged southern pine silviculture. Instrumental in formulating the southern forest fire compact. Advocated of high professional standards, inspired professional integrity in young forestry employees.
Born: Claxton, Georgia 1916 BSF University of Georgia
Director, Georgia Forestry Commission, 1949-1960
Modernized the Georgia Forestry Commission, conceived the Forestry Center at Macon, placed employees under a merit system, established an effective statewide air patrol and radio communication network, fostered creation of the Georgia Forest Research Council and the first state seed orchard; greatly expanded nurseries.
Inducted in Georgia Foresters Hall of Fame 1975.
Born: Athens, Georgia 1911 BSF University of Georgia
Assistant Chief, Division of Information and Education, US Forest Service, Atlanta
Noted for conservation work in naval stores and fire control. Member of numerous forestry organizations, and an active supporter of Georgia's School of Forest Resources. Generous with his time in helping young foresters and students.
Inducted in Georgia Foresters Hall of Fame 1976.
Born: Milledgeville, Georgia 1918 BSF University of Georgia
Chief, Forest Management, Georgia Forestry Commission 1954-1972
Brought wildlife prevention and control to southeast Georgia. Successfully promoted forest management on private land. Modernized and computerized forest resource survey.
Inducted in Georgia Foresters Hall of Fame 1977.
Born: Pike County, Mississippi 1909 BSF Louisiana State University MS University of Georgia PhD Michigan State University
Forester, US Forest Service 1933-1949 Professor of Forestry, Auburn University 1949-1958 University of Georgia 1958-1977
Recognized authority in silviculture, soils, and tree nurseries. Consultant to state and industrial agencies across the South. Inspiring teacher.
Born: Detroit, Michigan 1912 BSF Michigan State University
Area Director, State and Private Forestry, USFS Forest Service, Atlanta, Georgia 1967-1974
Administered the Soil Bank Reforestation Program, adding nearly 2,000,000 acres of plantations across the South. Guided development of the Eastern Tree Seed Laboratory at Macon. Began the Southern Cooperative Forest Fire Prevention Program. Conceived Georgia Foresters Hall of Fame Award Program.
Inducted in Georgia Foresters Hall of Fame 1978.
Born: Boone, Iowa 1915 BS and MS Iowa State University
Professor of Forestry, University of Georgia 1940-1981
For 41 years, taught forestry students forest management, professionalism, and professional ethics. An active member of the Society of American Foresters. Served in many local, state, and national offices. Nationally recognized as the ethical conscience of the forestry profession, and as the father of forester registration.
Inducted in Georgia Foresters Hall of Fame 1979.