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G
ood news… It’s June and that means it’s National Great Outdoors Month! In 2019, the US Senate joined state governors from across the country in officially designated June as the month in which to celebrate the great outdoors. And why is this such great news, you may ask? This celebration brings not only obvious health benefits, but social and economic benefits as well, especially here in Rabun County. In past years, outdoor recreation has contributed more than $400 billion to the US economy, approximately 2.2% of total US GDP, and provided over 4.5 million jobs across the country. Over the past few years these numbers have only continued to rise. Outdoor recreation is a vital part of life and living in our area and aren’t we lucky that our viability depends on something so wonderful as the beautiful natural landscape that surrounds us, rather than something like heavy industry or other environmentally unfriendly businesses. We are so fortunate as to live amongst the mountains, trees, lakes and streams and as a result, we live a better quality of life. Whether you’re embarking on your very first hike or pitching a tent for the hundredth time, National Great Outdoors Month is the perfect excuse to head outside and explore. So, join in the party! The list of ways to celebrate the outdoors is virtually endless. Here are a few ideas… June 4th is National Trails Day. Volunteers around the
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