Western Bark Beetle Initiative Grants
Forecasted
Western Bark Beetle Initiative Grants fund science-based forest thinning and treatments to reduce bark beetle risks in Montana’s public and state-managed forests.
Funder: Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation
Due Dates: TBD (Grant cycle not yet announced)
Funding Amounts: Variable, typically up to $150,000 per project.
Summary: Supports thinning and slash treatments on Montana’s public and state-managed forests to reduce bark beetle risk.
Key Information: Contact the program manager for application details; grant cycle dates are not yet set.
Description
The Western Bark Beetle Initiative Grants, administered by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) with funding from the USDA Forest Service, aim to support proactive forest management on non-federal public lands in Montana. The program focuses on reducing the risk and impact of western bark beetle infestations by funding projects such as thinning and slash treatment. By enhancing forest resilience, these grants help protect Montana's public and state-managed forests and promote long-term ecosystem sustainability.
