Snowmobile Trail Aids
Counties and tribes may apply for funds for trail and bridge rehabilitation projects for snowmobile trails. Snowmobile trail aids are entirely funded by snowmobilers and help reimburse Wiscosnin snowmobiles for some of their expenses.
Organization
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Eligibility
Government and Tribes
Focus
Infrastructure and Acquisitions
Maintenance and Stewardship
Related Resources
Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin
C.D. Besadny Conservation Grants
This Fund supports conservation and education projects that benefit Wisconsin's lands, waters, and wildlife that connect people to Wisconsin's outdoors.
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
ATV/UTV Trail Aids
Counties, local units of government and tribes can apply for funds to acquire, develop, insure and maintain ATV/UTV trails, areas and routes. This reimbursement grant only covers costs incurred once a contract is signed.
Wisconsin Economic Development
Small Business Development Grant
The program offers financial incentives for these communities and organizations to develop innovative programs that directly support small businesses and small business creation
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