The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking
applications for grants to support off-highway vehicle (OHV) trail projects and
new trail proposals.
Applications for grants to support projects on existing
trails are due by Monday, Nov. 30. New trail proposals are accepted throughout
the year.
Grant-in-Aid (GIA) funds are available to help develop
and maintain recreational trails for use by all-terrain vehicles, off-highway
motorcycles and off-road vehicles. First authorized in 1984, the GIA program
provides cost-sharing opportunities at the initiative of clubs and other
organizations, with the support and participation of local government sponsors.
Organizations can apply for GIA funds through counties,
cities or townships. All aspects of OHV trail development and maintenance are
eligible for funding, including project administration, site planning, trail
improvements, land acquisition for trail development, and trail maintenance.
Proposals with a focus on maintaining or improving existing trails and trail
systems will be assigned a higher priority.
For grant applications and more information, visit www.mndnr.gov, or contact the
DNR Information Center at info.dnr@state.mn.us or 888-646-6367 (8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday).
