The Department of the Interior's National Park Service awarded a $936,448 Project Grant to the Wyoming State Parks and Cultural Resources department. This grant will fund the development of a new 6.3-acre Rotary Clubs Park in Laramie, Wyoming through a sub-award to the City of Laramie. The Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916) is providing the grant funding to support the construction of new playground equipment for 2-5 year olds and 5-12 year olds, a...
The National Park Service awarded a $450,000 Project Grant to the Wyoming Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources to install 12 small shelters around 4 existing softball fields at the Energy Capital Sports Complex in Gillette, Wyoming. This project, funded through the Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916), aims to improve public outdoor recreation experiences for visitors of all ages and abilities. The Wyoming Department of State Parks and...
The National Park Service awarded a $900,000 Project Grant under the Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916) to the Wyoming State Parks and Cultural Resources Division. This grant will enable the division to subcontract with the City of Gillette to develop the Heritage Village Park. The key products and services to be delivered include: Providing ADA-accessible connections and permanent facilities such as drinking fountains, lighting improvements, and an...
The Department of the Interior's National Park Service awarded a $1,042,696 Project Grant under the Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916) to the State of Wyoming's Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources. The grant will fund the development of two new multi-purpose grass sports fields, an access road, and parking at the Douglas Middle School athletic facility in Douglas, WY. This project will benefit the school's recreation and sports programs,...
The Wyoming Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources received a $1,773,968 Project Grant under the U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Reclamation's Recreation Resources Management program (CFDA 15.524). The grant will fund a parkwide asphalt road rehabilitation project covering 4 miles of roads and the construction of a 2,500 sq ft housing facility for staff and interns at Keyhole State Park. These improvements will enhance health and safety, recreation facilities, and...
The U.S. Department of the Interior's National Park Service awarded a $600,000 Project Grant under the Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning (CFDA 15.916) program to the Wyoming State Parks and Cultural Resources Division. This grant will fund the rejuvenation of the Greenbelt Trail Playground at Optimist Park in Laramie, WY. The project aims to replace the outdated play structures with an innovative, inclusive playground design and install a new safety surface. This will...
The U.S. National Park Service awarded a $402,995.48 Project Grant under the Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916) to the Wyoming State Parks and Cultural Resources division. The grant will support a project to resurface and upgrade a walking path around Panther Pond and the visitor center in Wright, Wyoming. Key project elements include: Installing a concrete overlay on the existing aged asphalt sidewalk Replacing the existing metal grate bridge with two...
The Department of the Interior National Park Service awarded a $500,000 Project Grant to the Wyoming State Parks and Cultural Resources (WYPR) division through the Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA #15.916). This grant will enable WYPR to subgrant funds to the City of Powell to install a splash pad in the previous wading pond area and landscape Homesteader Park. This project will increase outdoor recreational opportunities, benefitting the Powell community...
The U.S. Department of the Interior's National Park Service awarded a $400,000 Project Grant to the State Parks & Cultural Resources division of the State of Wyoming. This grant, funded through the Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916), will enable the State to provide a $400,000 sub-grant to Teton County to install a multipurpose sports court, renovate the irrigation system and landscaping, and construct sidewalks and fencing at the Alta Community...
The Department of the Interior National Park Service National Office awarded a $460,000 Project Grant under the CFDA Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program to the Wyoming Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources. The funds will support construction of welcoming pedestrian wayfinding trail kiosks at McMurry Mountain Biathlon Course, Beartrap Meadow North and South, and Robert L. Adams Memorial Archery Park within Casper Mountain Recreation Area in Casper, WY. The...