Wetland Reserve Program (WRP)
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources' Wetland Reserve Program supports landowners in restoring and enhancing wetlands and bottomland forests through technical and financial conservation assistance.
Funder: Indiana Department of Natural Resources
Due Dates: Rolling (applications accepted year-round; ranking/funding cutoffs set by NRCS)
Funding Amounts: Cost-share/financial assistance; actual amounts depend on NRCS rules, practice type, and available funds.
Summary: Supports Indiana landowners in restoring and enhancing wetlands and bottomland forests with technical and financial assistance.
Key Information: Contact your local NRCS office for current deadlines and funding availability.
Description
The Wetland Reserve Program (WRP) is a voluntary conservation initiative administered by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) in partnership with the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). The program is designed to help private Indiana landowners restore, enhance, and protect wetlands and bottomland forests on their property. Through technical guidance and cost-share financial support, the WRP aims to improve wetland hydrology, reestablish native vegetation, enhance wildlife habitat, and increase biodiversity, all while maintaining private land ownership.
