Sportfish Restoration - Fishing Piers
These grants may be used to construct fishing piers and facilities that provide access to public shore fishing.
Organization
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Eligibility
Government and Tribes
Focus
Infrastructure and Acquisitions
Maintenance and Stewardship
Related Resources
National Park Service
Land and Water Conservation Fund Program
This is a federal program administered in all states that encourages the creation and interpretation of high-quality outdoor recreational opportunities.
International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA)
Trail Accelerator Grant
Trail Accelerator Grants provide a jump-start to communities that have the interest and political support to grow the quantity and quality of mountain bike trails, but need assistance to get projects up and running.
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Angler R3 (Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation)
The goals of the Angler R3 grant program are to grow the numbers of anglers in Wisconsin and expand angling participation among adults, particularly from non-traditional audiences.
Explore the Trends Shaping Outdoor Recreation
Outdoor Industry Association: 2025 Outdoor Participation Trends Report
Bureau of Economic Analysis: 2024 Economic Statistics for Wisconsin
Adventure Travel Trade Association: Travel Market Sizing and the New Adventure Traveler
KOA: 2025 Camping & Outdoor Hospitality Report
American Sportfishing Association: Economic Contributions of Recreational Fishing
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