SNOW - Snowmobile Local Government (FY26)

The SNOW grant program provides financial assistance to local governments for the acquisition of property for snowmobiling, development of snowmobile trails, and equipment related to snowmobiling. The program aims to support projects that are open and available for general public use. Eligible projects include land acquisition, trail development, construction of parking areas and support facilities, and purchase of equipment. The grant program is competitive, and applications are evaluated based on criteria such as project need, concept and quality, environmental suitability, local support, and financial contribution. • Eligible applicants are government organizations. • Eligible projects include land acquisition, trail development, and construction of support facilities. • The grant program is funded by revenue generated from snowmobile registration fees, fines, and bond forfeitures. • The program has a competitive evaluation process, with criteria including project need, concept and quality, and environmental suitability. • Awarded projects will be announced after a review and evaluation process.