Grant-In-Aid
The Grant-In-Aid program from the New Hampshire Department of Natural & Cultural Resources funds scientific trail construction and maintenance projects for OHRV and snowmobile clubs to improve public recreational trails.
Funder: New Hampshire Department of Natural & Cultural Resources
Due Dates: May 1, 2026 (OHRV Summer 2026) | October 2, 2026 (Winter Snowmobile 2026-2027)
Funding Amounts: Typical reimbursement: 80% of eligible OHRV project costs; 70% for snowmobile winter grooming/plowing; storm damage up to $10,000/club/period; no strict upper limit—awards based on project scope and available funds.
Summary: Supports NH non-profit OHRV and snowmobile clubs for trail construction, maintenance, equipment, and grooming to benefit public recreational trail systems.
Key Information: Reimbursement-based; strict documentation, insurance, and landowner permission requirements; non-profit status and good standing required.
Description
The New Hampshire Grant-In-Aid (GIA) Program, administered by the Department of Natural & Cultural Resources (DNCR) Bureau of Trails, provides financial assistance to organized, non-profit off-highway recreational vehicle (OHRV) and snowmobile clubs for projects that improve public trail systems across the state. Funding supports trail construction, maintenance, grading, grooming, storm damage repairs, equipment purchase or refurbishment, and safety improvements. The program is funded by OHRV and snowmobile registration fees and un-refunded gas taxes, ensuring dedicated resources for trail-related projects that benefit recreational riders and the public.
