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Connecticut Recreational Trails Program

This year, Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP)’s Recreational Trails Program will make up to $1 million available for trail projects. All projects utilizing CT Recreational Trails Grant funds must be accessible to the public. Grant amounts vary and will depend upon the availability of currently uncommitted state funds.

Additional Information:
Connecticut Recreational Trails Program funds may be requested for uses including: 1) Planning, design and construction of new trails (motorized and non-motorized); 2) Maintenance and restoration of existing trails (motorized and non-motorized); 3) Access to trails by persons with disabilities; 4) Purchase and lease of trail construction and maintenance equipment; 5) Acquisition of land or easements for a trail, or for trail corridors; and 6) Operation of educational programs to promote safety and environmental protection as related to recreational trails.
Funding Agencies: CT DEEP
Eligibility: Local Government Entity, Nonprofit/501(c)3 Organization, State Agency, Tribal Government/Organization
Frequency Details: Annual
Match Requirement: 20%
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