Club Snowmobile Grant
This grant reimburses Maine snowmobile clubs for trail preparation and winter grooming to maintain safe, accessible snowmobile trails for public use.
Funder: Maine Department of Agriculture Conservation and Forestry
Due Dates: June 1, 2027 (club registration/incorporation) | December 1, 2026 (application deadline) | April 30, 2027 (final reimbursement request)
Funding Amounts: Up to $210 per mile for up to 30 miles (max $6,300 per club per year); reimbursement cannot exceed approved amount.
Summary: Supports Maine snowmobile clubs with costs for trail preparation and winter grooming through direct reimbursement.
Key Information: Clubs must be incorporated and in good standing by June 1 to be eligible for funding each year.
Description
The Club Snowmobile Grant, administered by the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry – Bureau of Parks and Lands, provides direct funding to eligible snowmobile clubs in Maine to support the preparation and maintenance of snowmobile trails. The grant helps offset costs for pre-season trail work and winter grooming, ensuring the state-funded trail system remains accessible and well-maintained for public use. Funding is provided on a reimbursement basis for eligible expenses, with specific requirements for documentation and compliance.
