ATV grant applications are now available from the DNR
MADISON- Local units of government can now submit applications for the All-Terrain Vehicle Grant Program. Counties, towns, cities, villages and tribes are encouraged to apply for these grant dollars that can be used to acquire, insure, develop and maintain ATV trails, areas and routes.
The Department of Natural Resources has established eligible items and funding levels for this grant program. They are as follows:
All-terrain vehicle trails available for spring, summer, and fall reimbursable up to 100 percent of eligible maintenance costs. Maximum: $600 per mile
All-terrain vehicle trails available for winter riding reimbursable up to 100 percent of eligible maintenance costs. Maximum: $100 per mile
Development of ATV trails and areas reimbursable up to 100 percent of eligible costs.
Major rehabilitation of bridge structures or trails reimbursable up to 100 percent of eligible costs.
Maintenance of ATV intensive use areas reimbursable up to 50 percent of eligible costs.
Trail funds are ranked and distributed for the following purposes:
Maintenance of existing, approved trails, areas, and routes
Liability insurance acquisition
Easement acquisition
Major rehabilitation of bridge structures or trails
Land acquisition and development of new ATV trails and areas
Please consult the ATV Application Guidelines for information about eligible/ineligible costs for development and maintenance projects.
The Wisconsin State Legislature made specific changes to Chapter NR 64 ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES resulting in the creation of a Hybrid Trail or "Troutes [PDF]," which is an all-terrain vehicle trail and route combination. Applications are due in the regional offices by April 15, 2015, for the following season. For questions or additional information on this grant program, contact your community services specialist. Any costs incurred prior to receipt of a grant are not reimbursable and may jeopardize your entire grant.