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The Montana Trails, Recreation and Parks Association (MTRPA) is requesting qualifications from interested individuals or organizations capable of providing services that result in increased memberships, sustainable funding and increased awareness and advocacy for parks and recreation as a Resource Development Coordinator. Please see the Requests for Qualifications Resource Development Coordinator 2016 for a complete description and qualifications. Services will begin September...read more »

Need more money? Who doesn't? Please find information below about a grant program to fund multiple use trails.  This is from the Rails-To-Trails Conservancy. https://www.railstotrails.org/our-work/doppelt-family-trail-development-fund/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=TEN_newsletter Doppelt Family Trail Development Fund | Rails-to-Trails Conservancy RTC launched the Doppelt Family Trail Development Fund in 2015 to support organizations and local governments that are implementing projects to build and improve rail-trails. www.railstotrails.org  ...read more »

NRPA just released findings of the economic impact of parks for each state for 2013. Take a look to see where Montana ranks for Jobs created by State for 2013 and Economic Impact by State. For more stats and charts, visit the NRPA website.read more »

It's no secret that access to parks, trails and green space improve the quality of life for people. Parks have shown to be a great investment for communities. According to a study conducted by the National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, nearly half of all adults in the U.S. have chronic health conditions such as heart disease,...read more »

A new study has been published that links active cities to better communities. What is an active city? An active city depends on how active its citizens are. This in depth study shows why being an active city is so important not only to the overall health of citizens (we all know that being active leads to a healthier lifestyle),...read more »

Request for Proposals: Exploratory Scenario Planning Grant Interested in using exploratory scenario planning to assist in a planning or community decision-making process? Apply today!   Western Lands and Communities (WLC), a joint program between the Sonoran Institute and the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy, is seeking communities interested in using exploratory scenario planning to assist in a planning or community...read more »

Montana State Parks (stateparks.mt.gov) announced today that federal Land & Water Conservation Fund Program (LWCF) grants will be available for local, public and outdoor recreation projects in Montana. Applications are due by Friday, February 7, 2014.  Cities, counties, school districts, conservation districts, Indian Nations and similar entities are eligible to apply. Typical facilities funded in the past include ball fields,...read more »

Montana State Parks (stateparks.mt.gov) announced today that public comment is being sought on the draft Montana Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP). The plan provides strategic recommendations to help maintain outdoor recreation as a priority in Montana because it benefits the quality of life for Montanans, and helps sustain economic vitality of our communities. This plan, titled Creating a Vibrant Future...read more »

Governor Steve Bullock signed HB24 creating a state Parks and Recreation Board on April 29, 2013 at the Pictograph Caves State Park interpretive center.   The bill provides powers, duties, and rule making authority to the Board to oversee state parks, primitive parks, state recreational areas, public camping grounds, state historic sites, state monuments, and other heritage and recreational resources.  The...read more »