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Georgia Rivers urges clearer small‑stream public‑access rules, says uncertainty deters paddlers and rural tourism
Summary
Georgia Rivers told the committee that unclear state policy on public passage for small streams discourages out‑of‑state paddlers and reduces rural tourism opportunities. The group said neighboring states that explicitly allow passage on streams that will float a recreational watercraft attract more river tourism.
A representative of Georgia Rivers told the Economic Development & Tourism committee that uncertain state policy on public passage for small streams is deterring paddlers and reducing river‑based tourism in rural communities.
The Georgia Rivers speaker said the organization runs the state water trails program and that outdoor recreation, including paddling, contributes substantially to rural economic activity. The presentation cited boating and fishing as…
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