Description
The Enhanced Hunter Education and Safety Program provides funding to States, Commonwealths, and territories to enhance programs for hunter education, hunter development, and firearm and archery safety. The program aims to support the conservation and management of fish and wildlife and their habitats, and to promote recreational activities such as hunting and shooting sports. Eligible activities include training participants in the safe and proficient use of hunting equipment, constructing facilities for instruction purposes, and gathering information to help develop and evaluate hunter education and safety grants. The program is administered by the Fish and Wildlife Service, and applicants must submit a completed application package, including a project statement, budget, and other required forms.
• Eligible applicants: State, Commonwealth, or territorial agencies with lead management responsibility for fish and wildlife resources
• Eligible activities: hunter education, hunter development, firearm and archery safety, construction of facilities, gathering information for grant development and evaluation
• Funding: up to 75% of project costs, with a minimum 25% non-Federal match required
• Application deadline: August 31, 2019