The Montana Trout Foundation (MTF) will once again be requesting grant proposals from individuals or groups this fall. The primary objectives of the MTF are:
1. To preserve and enhance the wild trout resources of Montana by the encouragement, support and funding of scientific research, education, and habitat enhancement projects.
2. To promote relevant educational activities in order to create a better awareness among the general public of the need for and value of the improvement and maintenance of open spaces, of wild trout habitat, and of the natural environment, whether public or private, with emphasis on the preservation of water quality and on the prevention, detection, and correction of water pollution.
This year's grant cycle is intended to promote restoration and enhancement of wild trout habitat. Other funding sources for improving fisheries habitat, such as Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks' Future Fisheries Improvement Program, are intended for project implementation. An MTF grant can fund initial project assessment, planning, and design that will qualify a project for additional funding through these other sources.
The deadline for submission of proposals is November 1, 2007 (postmarked).
Application forms are available below:
The MTF was also pleased to be able to be a part of 2 projects last cycle: the Chadbourne Diversion Dam on the Shields River; and the High Line Ditch Screen on the West Gallatin. We continue to monitor the progress of these projects and are pleased to help them come to fruition.
Photo Credits:
Above: Lower Madison River brown by David Thompson
Side: Fishing with a Guide by David Thompson
