Hunter R3 (Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation)
The Hunter R3 grant program is a cost-sharing grant for local clubs, organizations, communities, governments, Wisconsin tribes, colleges, universities and technical schools to ensure the education, training and development of safe and ethical hunters and mentors with a preference towards applicants focusing on adults, females and families. This grant program is administered as a reimbursement program; all costs associated with the project must be incurred before seeking reimbursement from DNR.
Organization
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Eligibility
Nonprofit Organization
Government and Tribes
University or School
Focus
Education
Infrastructure and Acquisitions
Maintenance and Stewardship
Marketing
Planning
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