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This resolution formally recognizes Rabun County, located in the northeastern corner of Georgia, as the "Waterfall Capital of Georgia" based on its exceptional natural landscape. The resolution highlights that the county contains approximately 240,000 acres, mostly owned by the United States Forest Service and Georgia Power Company, and features around 120 waterfalls—more than double the number in any other Georgia county. The waterfalls, including notable ones like Mud Creek, Hemlock, and Minnehaha, not only provide recreational opportunities for Georgia residents but also attract tourists from across the United States. The resolution notes the "Waterfall Effect," a phenomenon where water collisions release negative ions believed to have health benefits like stress relief and increased energy. Additionally, the waterfalls have stimulated local economic growth by creating a tourism ecosystem of hiking outfitters, tour guides, and outdoor equipment businesses that generate "green" economic activity. The resolution formally declares Rabun County as the Waterfall Capital and directs the Senate Secretary to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.

https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71288