Renovate the existing boat launch facility and construct a recreational fishingfacility at frenchman WMA, in hayes county, nebraska to improve public access, enhance safety, and increaseaccessibility,…

Federal Grant Award Summary

The Nebraska Game & Parks Commission (NGPC) received a $475,000 Sport Fish Restoration formula grant (CFDA 15.605) from the U.S. Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service Region 6, effective September 1, 2025, with completion scheduled for May 31, 2027. The project focuses on renovating the existing boat launch facility and constructing a new recreational fishing facility at Frenchman Wildlife Management Area (WMA) in Hayes County, Nebraska. The primary deliverables include improvements to public access infrastructure, enhanced safety features at the launch site, and increased accessibility for individuals with disabilities.

This award aligns with the Sport Fish Restoration program's mandate to fund activities that restore and enhance sport fish populations while providing public access to aquatic recreational resources. The project at Frenchman WMA represents a direct investment in boating infrastructure development and recreational access—both core eligible activities under the program. The grant supports NGPC's broader conservation mission by improving visitor facilities at a designated wildlife management area, thereby promoting public engagement with Nebraska's sport fishery resources while ensuring that recreational opportunities meet accessibility standards for all users.

Renovate the existing boat launch facility and construct a recreational fishingfacility at frenchman WMA, in hayes county, nebraska to improve public access, enhance safety, and increaseaccessibility, particularly for individuals with disabilities.