South River Water Trail South River Water Trail
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South River Water Trail
South River Water Trail
What is a Water Trail? A water trail is a section of river with public access used for recreational boating, canoeing, kayaking and fishing. ils a r T r e t a ils W a r d T e r h e s i t l a b W ta s g E n i 15 op l e v e D 7 1
Water Trail Criteria Public access areas where paddlers can unload boats and park vehicles River access sites appropriately spaced apart for full day or 2 -3 hour paddling trips Depending on the length of the trail, water access to public overnight camping sites Water Trail information provided through website and maps Trail is sponsored, maintained and promoted by a local entity or partnership
Georgia Water Trails 15 Established Water Trails ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ Altamaha River Canoe Trail Augusta Canal Broad River Water Trail Chattahoochee River NRA Chattooga Wild and Scenic River Coosawattee River Water Trail Etowah River Water Trail Gainesville Upper Lanier Water Trail Okefenokee Wilderness Canoe Trails Ocmulgee River Water Trail The Dub Denman Canoe Trail (Tallapoosa) Toccoa River Canoe Trail Southeast Coast Saltwater Paddling Trail Upper Chattahoochee River Water Trail Yellow River Water Trail 17 Developing Water Trails • • • • • Alapaha River Water Trail Chattahoochee Valley Blueway Columbus Whitewater Park Conasauga Canoe Trail Coosa River Water Trail Flint River Water Trail Little Ohoopee Blue Trail Lower Chattooga Canoe/Kayak Trail Middle Chattahoochee Blueway Ochlockonee River Water Trail Lower Oconee River Water Trail Oconee Rivers Water Trails Oostanaula River Water Trail Satilla River Water Trail South River Water Trail St. Mary’s River Water Trail W/S Chickamauga Creek Blue Trail
Mission The mission of the South River Water Trail (SRWT) is to encourage restoration and preservation of the South River; establish the river as a valued natural community resource and refuge for native flora and fauna; promote sustainable recreation and economic development; and community-wide environmental education and stewardship.
Vision Within ten (10) years, the SRWT will become a nature and recreation destination in the region and the South River will sustain its official designated use of “swimmable” and “fishable”.
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SRWT Benefits • • • Economic Recreation Social Conservation Education
Economic Benefits ● Increased tourism and spending in the local area ● Existing businesses increase profits → restaurants, outfitters, lodging. . . ● New businesses develop to support the trail ● Festivals and events around the trail support the local community ● Benefit local community with higher quality of life & improved tax base
2012 Georgia Visitor Information Center Survey What is your main area of Interest? Answer Options Historic Site Attractions Wineries Outdoor recreations Visit family/friends Shopping Museums Fairs and festivals National & State Parks Other (please specify) Response Percent Count 54. 3% 3527 40. 8% 2654 10. 2% 664 20. 9% 1361 26. 7% 1733 19. 4% 1261 22. 9% 1491 11. 0% 717 22. 6% 1467 7. 2% 465 answered question 6500 skipped question 479
% People Participating in Outdoor Recreation
Spending on Type of Trip
Recreation
River Recreation is Economical • Access can be minimal and inexpensive. • Not as much land to buy or as many structures to build. • Can utilize existing public land facilities on rivers and lakes. Panola Shoals (De. Kalb County)
Gateway to Conservation
Educating River Users • Safety • River Etiquette • Plants & Animals • Unique Features • Maps
De. Kalb County Proposed Access – Panola Shoals
De. Kalb County Proposed Access – Panola Shoals
De. Kalb County Proposed Access – Everett Property
De. Kalb County Everett Property Parking
Rockdale County Proposed Access – Lorraine Park
Rockdale County Proposed Access – Lorraine Park
Rockdale County Proposed Access – Lorraine Park
Newton County Proposed Access – Water & Sewer Pty
Newton County (Jackson Lake) Proposed Access – Georgia Power Pty
Collaborating Partners
Thank You www. southriverwatertrail. org
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