HR 147: Rabun County; Waterfall Capital of Georgia; commend

House Resolution 147

By: Representative Anderson of the 10th

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing Rabun County as the Waterfall Capital of Georgia; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Rabun County, Georgia, located in the Northeast corner of the state, consists of over 240,000 acres, most of which are public lands owned by the United States Forest Service and the Georgia Power Company; and

WHEREAS, these thousands of professionally managed acres consist mostly of mountains and watersheds that lend themselves to the formation of abundant waterfalls; and

WHEREAS, there are approximately 120 waterfalls in Rabun County including Mud Creek, Hemlock, Minnehaha, Dicks Creek, Martin Creek, Holcomb Creek, and others—more than double the number of waterfalls in any other county in the Peach State; and

WHEREAS, these waterfalls provide recreation and enjoyment for citizens of not only Rabun County but also all citizens of Georgia; and

WHEREAS, part of the enjoyment of these waterfalls is known as the "Waterfall Effect," which occurs when water collides with itself and releases negative ions into the air that are believed to relieve stress, aid sleep, and increase energy in humans; and

WHEREAS, Rabun County's waterfalls have attracted thousands of onlookers from all over the United States and created a culture of hiking and other outdoor activities that has spawned outfitters and other businesses that provide tours, equipment, and clothing; and

WHEREAS, these businesses provide "green" economic activity that generates jobs and strengthens the overall economy of Rabun County and all of North Georgia.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body recognize Rabun County as the Waterfall Capital of Georgia. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the public and the press.