Grants Awarded to 17 States for Public Access Programs

Seventeen states will receive a portion of the $11.76 million grant to help improve access to private lands for recreation through the USDA Voluntary Public Access and Habitat Incentive Program. The program encourages owners of privately held farm, ranch or forest land to voluntarily give hunters, fishermen and recreational outdoor enthusiasts access to their land for enjoyment. Funding may be used to provide rental payments and other incentives to land owners. Learn more.