Protecting our Forests Through Aviation: Insights from the Georgia Forestry Commission

Our April 17th luncheon featuring Tim Lowrimore,  the Director of the Georgia Forestry Commission, will offer valuable insights into the innovative use of aerial tactics in forest conservation. Attendees can expect to learn about the Commission's strategic approach to forest protection, including the utilization of aircraft for firefighting, monitoring, and surveillance purposes. This event provides a unique opportunity to understand the crucial role aviation plays in safeguarding Georgia's forests.

About Tim Lowrimore

Tim Lowrimore was appointed as Director/State Forester of the Georgia Forestry Commission in December 2020. Lowrimore is a registered forester with the Georgia Board of Foresters who has more than 20 years of forestry and professional experience. Prior to his appointment at GFC, he served as public affairs manager for Interfor, one of the largest lumber producers in the world. There, he worked with all levels of government regulatory agencies and community and economic development officials to promote and protect operations and sustainability initiatives. Professional recognition includes SAF Fellow Designation, Georgia Forestry Association Forest Champion Award, and Georgia Trend’s Top 500 Most Influential Georgians. Lowrimore is a University of Georgia Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources graduate. Lowrimore and his wife, Wendi, have two daughters. The family lives in Macon.