Applications for Recreational Trails Program (RTP) grants will be accepted from Nov. 12 to Jan. 16. RTP is a federally funded grant program administered through Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks that awards approximately $1.5 million annually.

Eligible activities include construction or maintenance of motorized and nonmotorized trails or trail-related facilities, purchase of trail equipment, and development of trail education or ethics programs.

Applicants may request up to $100,000 with a 20 percent required match. Grant applicants may include federal, tribal, state, county, or municipal agencies (including school districts), and private corporations, including nonprofits. An organization can submit only one grant application per grant cycle.

A webinar training and question-and-answer session will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 2 at 9 a.m. This session is highly recommended for new and returning applicants. The training will provide helpful information on program requirements, tips on writing a competitive application and using the grant management software to apply. Interested parties must register by emailing stephanie.adamscleme@mt.gov to receive a meeting link.

For more information on the program and how to apply, visit the Recreational Trails Program webpage or contact RTP Program Manager Stephanie Clemen at stephanie.adamsclemen@mt.gov.