Fishing is Fun Grant
Forecasted
Fishing is Fun Grant supports local agencies, landowners, and nonprofits with habitat, public access, and facility improvements to enhance Colorado’s sportfishing resources and anglers’ recreation.
Funder: Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Reimbursement of up to 75% of approved project costs; minimum 25% local match
Summary: Matching grants support habitat, public access, and facility improvements benefiting Colorado’s sportfishing resources and anglers.
Key Information: Sponsors must maintain public access and improvements throughout their useful life, normally 20 years.
Description
Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s Fishing Is Fun program supports projects that improve Colorado’s sportfishing resources and anglers’ access to them. Its four main areas are new angler access, habitat development, fishing site improvements, and boat access. Projects can open previously inaccessible waters, secure public access through property interests, develop fishing ponds, restore stream or lake habitat, and build or renovate fishing and boating facilities.
The program seeks substantial, cost-effective improvements that increase angler recreation days or satisfaction. Supported work includes bank stabilization, erosion control, revegetation, fish migration improvements, fishing piers, trails, ramps, docks, and angler amenities. Innovative projects beyond the four traditional categories are encouraged when they improve Colorado’s angling recreation resources.
