PAST PROJECTS – OHV RECREATION GRANT
Four Year Overview
OHV Recreation Grant FY23 Q2 – Spring
OHV Recreation Grant FY23 Q1 – Summer
Three Year Overview
OHV Recreation Grant FY22 Q4 – April
OHV Recreation Grant FY22 Q3 – January
OHV Recreation Grant FY22 Q2 – October
OHV Recreation Grant FY22 Q1 – July
Two Year Overview
OHV Recreation Grant FY21 Q4 – April
OHV Recreation Grant FY21 Q3 – January
OHV Recreation Grant FY21 Q2 – October
OHV Recreation Grant FY21 Q1 – July
OHV Recreation Grant FY20 Q4 – April
OHV Recreation Grant FY20 Q3 – January
OHV Recreation Grant FY20 Q2 – October
OHV Recreation Grant FY20 Q1 – July
OHV Recreation Grant FY20 – Annual
OHV Recreation Grant FY23 Q2 – Spring
| # | FY23 Q2 – Spring | Sponsor | Total Project Cost |
Requested OHVR Funding |
| 1 | Grand County Sheriff’s Office OHV Education and SAR Assistance: OHV use has increased in the state of Utah, which has created a unique situation for our community as Grand County has over 3000 miles of Off-Road trails that entice these vehicles to explore their public land. GCSO intends to purchase new UTVs and equipment which will be used for OHV Educational purposes, Search and Rescue missions, and the overall protection of our trails and public lands. With 133 search and rescues in 2022, GCSO has identified the need for this equipment to better serve the community and its visitors. | Grand County Government | $60,323.12 | $44,323.00 |
| 2 | SAR Hagglund & Trailer: The Uintah County Search and Rescue will use the Hagglund Unit when responding to calls that occur in remote and rugged locations. This machine will allow the search and rescue team to safely travel through extreme weather and near impassable terrain, including snow, mud, and water locations. | Uintah County | $214,956.50 | $150,000.00 |
| 3 | Paunsaugunt Roads Management: Properly sign and identify trails and roads associated with the Paunsaugaunt trail system and surrounding area to be more user-friendly. To build 3 informational kiosks that will help OHV and dispersed camping users in the Paunsaugaunt area travel and use trails and roads in accordance with the Forest Service travel management plan. Monitor that use in order to prevent resource damage and keep areas open to future users. | Dixie National Forest | $96,120.00 | $43,000.00 |
| 4 | Rescue on the Rocks – Moab BLM Rangers Seek New, Upgraded UTV: The BLM-Moab Field Office Ranger team is seeking to replace a heavily used and dated UTV currently in use. BLM Rangers in the Moab area respond to a high number of OHV-related SAR calls due to the popularity of Moab as an OHV destination and the difficulty of the trails. A new UTV with upgraded equipment and features that can meet the demand of the Moab area trails will improve the Rangers’ ability to respond to and assist with OHV-related SAR incidents. This will provide a great benefit to public land OHV users by increasing response times and access capabilities during SAR incidents. | Bureau of Land Management – Moab Field Office |
$45,000.00 | $32,500.00 |
| 5 | Utility Tractor (Originally requested $113,000): JROHV is wanting to purchase a utility tractor for grooming the tracks and/or hauling mulch, mowing, and snow removal, etc. With how busy the park is, having an extra tractor will give us the ability to prep more tracks.
The OHV Advisory Council proposed a $50,000 increment to the applicant’s request as they believed that the initial amount was insufficient for completing the project. However, the recommendation did not involve an increase in the applicant’s matching funds. |
Jordan River OHV Center | $200,850.00 | $163,000.00 |
| 6 | Manti-La Sal National Forest Motorized Single Track Maintenance: The Manti-La Sal National Forest, Ferron Ranger District has a motorcycle trail system that is composed of nine single-track trails. These trails require yearly maintenance including timber removal, yearly growth, and erosion protection. | Manti-La Sal National Forest Ferron Ranger District | $30,626.00 | $22,198.00 |
| 7 | Emery County Trail Excavator: Emery County has a thriving trails committee and crew. In the last year alone our crew was able to maintain over 80 miles of motorized trails alongside local public land managers. It is our hope to expand this program by purchasing new equipment that will make our crew more effective. | Emery County | $182,320.00 | $122,320.00 |
| 8 | Ashley National Forest Mini Excavator Purchase: The Ashley National Forest requests additional funding for the purchase of a Mini Excavator with its associated attachments, to support its growing OHV Program, trail network, and users. This piece of equipment would be used to maintain and improve the OHV trail systems in the Vernal and Flaming Gorge Ranger Districts of the Ashley National Forest. | Ashley National Forest | $110,000.00 | $60,000.00 |
| 9 | Grand County Search and Rescue Winter Vehicle Refresh: Grand County Search and Rescue is continuing an effort to refresh our aging winter rescue equipment with the purchase of two snowmobiles to replace/supplement our twenty-year-old snowmobiles and one argo to allow for passenger/patient transport out of winter terrain. | Grand County Search and Rescue | $78,600.00 | $58,950.00 |
| 10 | 2024 UWC Dispersed Recreation: This project aims to improve the management of motorized recreation and travel management on roads and routes within the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, with a focus on five key elements. These elements include heavy maintenance, general maintenance, visitor education, installation of route markers and junction signs, and having the right equipment to do the work. This project will take place in Wasatch, Summit, Weber, Juab, Utah, Cache, Rich, and Tooele counties. | Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest | $481,398.00 | $341,898.00 |
| 11 | Coral Pink Sand Dunes Trail Machine: To replace our UTV for operations in the park and patrolling the dunes and trails around the park. We will also use this machine to assist Kane County with SAR calls as we have several times in the past. We would like to request a Honda Pioneer 1000-5 Deluxe to help with the everyday operations of Coral Pink Sand Dunes. | Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park | $34,220.00 | $24,970.00 |
| 12 | Behind Wild Horse Butte Signage: We would like a wooden three-paneled kiosk at the beginning of road B7217/EM4030. This kiosk would include tread lightly signage, road conditions, stay on designated roads, safety precautions, and a map of the area. We would also like some carsonite posts and stickers for the area as well as another smaller kiosk for the opposite side of this road. | Goblin Valley State Park | $3,067.79 | $1,759.00 |
| 13 | Sand Hollow & SITLA Maintenance: The project is to help access trails to help with Trail management. The project is to help aid in efforts to get to the trails by motorbike that is at times impassable by other OHVs. The motorbike would help an individual get to the trails to pick up trash, look for washed-out roads after heavy rainfall, upkeep signage, and trail status due to heavy use. | Utah State Parks | $10,738.07 | $4,999.00 |
| 14 | Wayne County Trail Maintenance & Construction (Originally requested $69,300): Wayne County is proposing the purchase of a New Holland Model # C332 (skid steer) w/attachments to implement reconstruction, and repairs to trail access roads and OHV trails that have experienced extensive flood damage, and in some instances neglect, some to the extent that access and safe travel has been severely reduced or inaccessible. Wayne County has many areas that are adjacent to and or connect to other major trail systems, i.e. Piute Trails, Piute County, and Big Ridge, Garfield County.Due to a mathematical error, the OHV Advisory Council suggested increasing the applicant’s request and total project cost by $595. |
Wayne County | $131,907.00 | $69,895.00 |
| 15 | Utah Division of Wildlife SAR Assist in Bullfrog: Utah’s Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR) is working to acquire a side-by-side for the Bullfrog district that can be used to provide support to local search and rescue (SAR) operations, as well as statewide support by DWR. DWR officers already assist their county, state, and federal SAR efforts, but this SAR side-by-side will allow DWR Officers to provide a higher level of support on those operations. This side-by-side will provide support to SAR teams in Kane, Wayne, Garfield, and San Juan counties, as well as local Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Park Rangers, DNR Outdoor Recreation Rangers, National Park Service Rangers and Bureau of Land Management Rangers. | Division of Wildlife Resources | $33,902.08 | $16,951.04 |
| 16 | Sevier County Sheriff Office – SAR: The UTV and equipment needed for Sevier County Search and Rescue will serve for emergency vehicle access to the trail systems. This will provide efficient emergency response time for the community that utilizes the trail systems in Sevier County. | Sevier County Sheriff | $60,000.00 | $44,950.00 |
| 17 | Motorized Avalanche Forecasting: The Utah Avalanche Center’s (UAC) Motorized Avalanche Forecasting Project enhances the free, life-saving avalanche and mountain weather forecasts and public safety resources provided to guide the backcountry decision-making and terrain choices of snowmobilers, snowbikers, and other motorized users across Utah. The project supports UAC forecast staffing dedicated to serving motorized users in the Logan, Ogden, Provo, Skyline, and Uinta regions; funds a new weather station in Logan; funds upgrades to existing Uinta weather stations; provides two snowmobile trailers for forecasters to safely travel to and from motorized trailheads; and provides personal protective equipment for forecasters to safely carry out their fieldwork. The implementation of this project allows the UAC to provide more accurate avalanche and mountain weather forecasts for motorized regions by improving the weather data available and helping our staff more safely access the mountains for field observations. | Utah Avalanche Center | $172,210.81 | $128,787.40 |
| 18 | Six-Passenger Side-by-Side for Cache County Sheriff’s Office SAR: A six-passenger side-by-side will be used to efficiently transport people and resources during active searches and for training purposes. A six-passenger side-by-side is a piece of equipment that team members have as a personal resource that the team has used. After seeing the need for such a resource, the Cache County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue would like to add this tool to our organization to respond better and provide the services we can in the safest manner possible. | Cache County | $34,316.00 | $18,316.00 |
| 19 | Helper City – Search and Rescue Equipment: Search and rescue come into play during emergency situations to help hurt or injured people. Unlike other first responders, such as emergency medical technicians (EMTs), search and rescue professionals help people trapped in unique environments or situations, including natural disasters and specifically difficult terrain. This request is to purchase an off-highway vehicle (OHV) and trailer to transport the OHV to locations where search and rescue are required. | Helper City | $44,214.00 | $33,160.50 |
| 20 | Picnic Tables for Garfield County OHV Trails: The Garfield County Rough Riders OHV Club will be installing 5 aluminum picnic tables at various locations across Garfield County. The tables will be placed at new locations along different OHV trails. Currently identified locations for the tables will be Powell Point, Top of Clear Creek Canyon, and Smith Canyon. | Garfield County | $6,887.00 | $4,344.00 |
| 21 | Color Country OHV Trail Supplies and Maintenance 2023-2024 (Originally requested $94,206.70): The project consists of trail repairs (flooding, trimming, signage, etc.), supporting equipment (trailer and OHV), and seasonal work for the Color Country OHV Trail System. It also includes continued work on creating virtual trail mapping by a GIS contractor and sufficient resources to replace equipment and supplies for trail maintenance (PPE, tools, etc.)
The OHV Advisory Council advised re-allocating the funding for the applicant by moving their matching funds to the request and relocating an ineligible request to the matching funds. This change did not alter the total project cost. |
Iron County | $125,674.70 | $89,896.70 |
| 22 | Helmet Project: Paiute Helmet project provides helmets to youth in 6 county areas of south-central Utah. Helmets are distributed via cooperating law enforcement officers who encounter youth riding OHVs without proper headgear. Tickets may be issued, but then the certificate is given to youth to acquire helmets at participating dealerships that sell helmets. The objective is to get kids into helmets while riding or operating MCs and ATVs. | Paiute Trail Committee | $29,995.30 | $22,500.00 |
| 23 | Moab Motorized Trail Ambassador Program: Moab is known nationwide as an OHV destination, and the use of the motorized trail system has been increasing steadily over the past decade. Education about minimum impact behaviors in the desert environment is crucial to maintaining the trails, the landscape, and a sustainable economy centered on outdoor recreation.
The Grand County Active Transportation and Trails Department (GCATT) has established a successful Trail Ambassador program for non-motorized user groups that are tailored to local issues. Now the county, with support from local partners, seeks to expand the program to include the growing OHV community. This year, paid part-time Motorized Trail Ambassadors with a background in OHV recreation and knowledge of local trails will educate the public at popular trails and trailheads and provide “preventative SAR” services to improve trail safety. This application requests funding to expand the program by hiring a full-time Motorized Trail Ambassador who can continue to develop the program with the addition of two UTVs and two trailers. |
Grand County Economic Development | $347,527.00 | $256,531.00 |
| 24 | Paving from HWY 7 to Sand Mtn OHV Staging Area & Restroom: The project will pave the sand access road from Hwy 7 (Sand Hollow Road) to the Sand Mountain OHV staging area and the Hurricane City Water Tank. A 2 vault restroom will be installed in the OHV staging area. | Desert Roads and Trail Society | $299,059.03 | $238,949.03 |
| 25 | 2024 Uinta-Wasatch-Cache Motorized Trails Program: This project goal is to improve the overall management of motorized trails on the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest by focusing on four key elements. These elements are heavy maintenance, general maintenance, visitor education/information, and obtaining appropriate equipment to complete project goals. | Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest | $453,000.00 | $334,000.00 |
| 26 | Woodland Bypass: The 22mile long Woodland/Francis trail in Wasatch County is known as one of the most beautiful and challenging trails in Utah. Unfortunately, the current road that currently connects this trail into a loop is illegal for non-licensed OHV-registered vehicles to use and users can be ticketed and fined for using this road. | Western Singletrack Alliance | $461,890.60 | $383,211.00 |
| 27 | Millard County OHV Search and Rescue Trailer and Equipment: The Search and Rescue unit of the Millard County Sheriff’s Office, is seeking grant funding to purchase a trailer and associated rescue equipment for our specially equipped Search and Rescue UTV unit. The trailer and equipment will improve the mobility of the SAR UTV resulting in decreased response times and an increase in the SAR unit’s response area and capabilities. | Millard County Sheriff’s Office | $24,540.73 | $18,405.55 |
| 28 | Parker Mountain Signing Project: This project will provide and install trail signage on the newly approved Parker Mountain trail system, a sister system to the Paiute Trail. Signage will include trail numbers, trail direction indicators, trail difficulty ratings, and trail logo. | Paiute Trail Committee | $32,145.04 | $8,250.00 |
| 29 | Improvements to the Badlands Trail System & Others: Improvements to trails in Duchesne County (Badlands), Garfield County(Ticaboo/Hanksville) and San Juan County (Blanding/Bluff) | Utah OHV Advocates | $17,990.00 | $12,000.00 |
| 30 | Green River, Yokey Bottom OHV Destination Interpretive Kiosk: Yokey Bottom is part of the Tumbleweed Geyser loop that is approximately 15 miles from Green River City. This is part of the Green River OHV trail system. It is accessed by motorcycles, OHVs, and high-clearance machines.
Initially, the applicant lacked matching funds for the project, which is a requirement for obtaining OHVR Grant funds. The OHV Advisory Council supplemented the applicant’s match by $30, thereby increasing the overall project cost. |
Sage Riders Motorcycle Club | $2,019.00 | $1,989.00 |
| 31 | Jordan River OHV Skills Course: As we see the growth of the two wheels off-road trail riding discipline the need for a safe controlled area to practice the required skills riders encounter on the trail is fundamental. The proper approach and use of these trails create longevity and enjoyment for everyone. We propose an Enduro Skills and Riding course, with fencing for rider and spectator safety. | Western Singletrack Alliance | $208,807.80 | $154,090.00 |
| 32 | Manti-La Sal National Forest Trail Dozer Replacement: The Manti-La Sal National Forest North Zone is seeking to replace our 20-year-old SWECO 480 Trail Dozer. After over 2000 operating hours on OHV trails of various challenges and technical levels, our current machine is wearing out. It is starting to incur higher maintenance costs and lost time maintaining trails. We respectfully request grant funds to acquire a new Trail Dozer, using our current one for trade. The Forest Service will continue to pay for a full-time operator. | Manti-La Sal National Forest Ferron Ranger District | $144,535.00 | $134,535.00 |
| 33 | Bridge Replacement on the High Desert Trail: Beaver County is going to remove the old bridge that goes across the river below the spillway and put in a new bridge system that is wide enough for larger OHVs to cross. Our current bridge is too narrow for most off-highway vehicles to use, thus causing them to travel out onto the highway. | Beaver County | $133,590.70 | $103,330.70 |
| 34 | Emery County Search and Rescue Response OHVs: 2 OHVs to be used by the Emery County Search and Rescue. To help injured and lost People the Emery County and surrounding areas. | Emery County Search and Rescue | $52,586.76 | $30,731.76 |
| 35 | 2023 Emery County Trails Crew: Emery County has a very active trail crew/committee. In 2022 our crew maintained over 80 miles of motorized trails, in collaboration with local land management agencies. Our crew prior to 2022 was working on a volunteer basis only. Thankfully, through Utah Outdoor Recreation Grant programs we were able to start providing them with a small amount of compensation. The hope was to avoid burn-out and continue to ensure the great work they were doing along with the vital partnerships the program has created with land managers. It is our hope to continue this program and continue to provide them with compensation/pay. We would like to request help paying for their time and efforts in 2023 and 2024. | Emery County Travel Bureau | $27,500.00 | $14,400.00 |
| 36 | Daggett County Search and Rescue Equipment: The sponsor intends to use this grant to purchase 2 ATVs and a trailer to enhance the County’s ability to provide SAR services throughout our remote areas where OHV use and visitation has increased. | Daggett County | $32,943.73 | $24,600.00 |
| 37 | 2024 UWC Winter Motorized Grant: This project involves acquiring new equipment to provide a presence in the forest in areas where winter recreation activities are prevalent. This presence will provide the public with safe and reliable information on the conditions they may encounter while recreating the forest during the winter season. Additionally, part of the project will provide groomed access to various areas of the Forest. | Uinta-Wasatch Cache National Forest | $203,500.00 | $125,000.00 |
| 38 | Mary Cashem Canyon Fence: Uintah County’s application for an Access Protection Grant is to acquire the materials needed to construct a one-mile fence along the Mary Cashem Canyon Road (a Class D public road). Access to this road has been in jeopardy as a private landowner is questioning its validity as a County road.
In 2023, Simplot filed a quiet title lawsuit against Uintah County regarding the Mary Cashem Canyon Road. The Mary Cashem Canyon Road has been disputed by SF Phosphates (part of the J.R. Simplot Company) for over ten years, whether or not it’s a County road. Simplot has locked gates on the road closing off access to the scenic trail system and the Ashely National Forest. Uintah County and Simplot have agreed that if Uintah County provides the fencing materials, Simplot will provide the labor to install and maintain the fence. With the fencing in place, Simplot has also agreed to keep access to the road open to the public. |
Uintah County | $28,992.00 | $13,152.00 |
| 39 | Tread Lightly! Recreation Ethics Education Program: Tread Lightly! is requesting funding to support a Utah-specific program manager who will operate a state-wide outdoor recreation ethics and stewardship program. The program manager will implement all aspects of the program including public outreach, development and dissemination of educational materials, event attendance, and stewardship project execution. | Tread Lightly! | $280,000.00 | $176,000.00 |
| 40 | Iron County SAR Drone Purchase: Drones have rapidly become a staple of Search and Rescue Teams worldwide. They provide Teams with some of the capabilities of a helicopter at a fraction of the cost, quicker, and with less risk to flight personnel. The Iron County Sheriff Search and Rescue Drone Program will provide the rescue team with aerial data of large areas, which provides the ability to expedite the process of finding and extricating missing and injured persons. It can provide live footage to the Incident Command to aid in better decision-making and the ability to rapidly adjust response actions. Drones will allow us to identify obstacles and hazards for searchers afoot, OHVs, and landing zones for helicopters. | Iron County Sheriff Search & Rescue | $33,848.00 | $21,000.00 |
| 41 | Beaver Mountain Fencing Project to Protect Seedlings: A buck and rail fence will be installed to border a reforestation project area, near the Beaver Mountain Ski Resort. This fence will allow for this popular snowmobile area to remain open for use. The newly planted seedlings will be protected from damage, while snowmobile use will be allowed to continue. | School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration | $30,311.30 | $17,614.50 |
| 42 | SJC Trail Maintenance (Originally requested $211,618): San Juan County Trail repairs caused by flood damage in the fall of 2022. There are over 100 miles of major damage caused by long-term drought followed by flooding.
The OHV Advisory Council proposed replacing the applicant’s request of $23,941 for a drone, intended for trail work, with a request for a trailer that costs $12,000. At the applicant’s request, the Advisory Council excluded the drone from the overall project expenses. |
San Juan County Road Department | $244,677.00 | $199,677.00 |
| 43 | SAR Side-by-Side: The Uintah County Search and Rescue will use the Polaris Side-by-Side when responding to calls in the county’s 4,500 square mile jurisdiction. This unit is a vital tool to use during searches when locating injured or stranded persons in rugged and remote areas. Search and Rescues’ current fleet includes only two side-by-sides that are deployed together on each call. The new side-by-side will allow multiple teams to respond to calls simultaneously and will provide added space to transport equipment, volunteers, and rescued individuals. | Uintah County | $29,428.40 | $20,500.00 |
| 44 | Weber County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue Response Vehicle: To obtain a UTV for a rapid response to OHV and Snowmobile incidents in Weber County. This equipment will primarily benefit the recreationists in the Monte Cristo Recreation complex and other areas of Weber County. This equipment will allow us to respond rapidly to the backcountry areas to transport personnel and equipment as well as victims from the scene back to the trailhead for further treatment. | Weber County Sheriff’s Office | $65,825.98 | $43,970.98 |
| 45 | Wasatch Search & Rescue – Drone: WSAR Drone program. Drones will be used to assess scene safety where the deployment of SAR personnel in emergency response situations may be difficult without a view of what the SAR teams are going into. | Wasatch Search & Rescue | $15,570.00 | $11,670.00 |
| 46 | SAR Snowmobiles: The Uintah County Search and Rescue will utilize two new snowmobiles when responding to calls during the winter months in the county’s 4,500 square mile jurisdiction. Snowmobiles are a vital tool to use during searches when locating injured or stranded persons in snow-covered terrain. Search and Rescues’ current fleet includes only three snowmobiles that are deployed together on each call. The new units will allow multiple teams to respond to calls simultaneously and will increase the capacity for additional responders to assist with each incident. | Uintah County | $37,289.80 | $26,000.00 |
| 47 | Moonshine Arch & Wrinkles Trail: Heavy equipment will be used to restore and reopen Moonshine Arch Trail, Wrinkles Road Trail, and the continued maintenance and repairs of all OHV trails in the county. Moonshine Arch Trail is a 25-mile multi-use recreational trail that leads to an 85-foot-long natural sandstone archway. Due to the damaged landscape, Uintah County has closed a portion of this trail. To reopen this portion, a rock barrier will be created to shift the trail away from the arch and allow OHV users to drive to the archway and complete the trail loop without causing damage. The excavator will be used to transport and place large boulders to create a perimeter for OHV-Users. Wrinkles Road Trail runs along the east side of the Green River corridor and drops into the river across from the Sand Wash boat ramp. The last four and a half miles have been washed out from flash flooding and are now an impassable dugway. The skid steer and excavator will be used to repair and stabilize this section of the trail. | Uintah County | $247,734.60 | $189,000.00 |
| 48 | NPS Glen Canyon NRA [Utah] SAR: Expand Search and Rescue access to Utah Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) recreation areas in the National Park Service at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. The Utah areas include Lone Rock lat long 37.01477/-111.54544; Orange Cliffs 38.18797/-11012598 as well the Poison Springs area listed in the overview. All are UT OHV areas. | National Park Service | $66,000.00 | $49,000.00 |
| 49 | Trails Motorcycle (Original request of $5,500): A motorcycle with a chainsaw attachment will enable the Uintah County Trails Coordinator to inventory all existing, non-approved single-track trails in the County and use this information to develop an OHV trail network. The motorcycle will also be used to explore potential areas for new trails and conduct seasonal maintenance, including the clearing of fallen trees and debris with the motorcycle/chainsaw combination.
During the grant discussion, the OHV Advisory Council highlighted the importance of having two motorcycles for trail work and inquired whether the applicant agreed to the additional machine. Therefore, the council suggested a $7,000 increase to the application’s request and budget to accommodate the additional motorcycle. The increased budget did not impact the applicant’s matching funds. |
Uintah County | $14,000.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 50 | WSAR Emergency Response Side-by-Sides: Wasatch SAR – Emergency Response Side-by-Sides. Units include a Medical Bed unit plus 2 units to haul SAR and EMS personnel to a backcountry medical emergency. | Wasatch Search & Rescue | $89,753.00 | $67,314.75 |
| 51 | Wasatch Search & Rescue – SxS (Medbed) Parking Structure: Wasatch SAR – Parking Structure. Single slope structure with shed roof to allow for parking of Side-by-side units so we don’t have to leave out in the weather, especially the sun. | Wasatch Search & Rescue | $53,766.77 | $40,325.08 |
| Total | $5,866,158.61 | $4,226,464.99 |
OHV Recreation Grant FY23 Q1 – Summer
| # | FY23 Q1 – Summer | Sponsor | Total Project Cost |
Requested OHVR Funding |
| 1 | Duchesne County Trail First Aid and Communications Equipment (Original request of $6,450): Duchesne County requests fiscal assistance in the purchase of first aid, navigation, and communication equipment. Specifically, the County requests two, VHF handheld radios; a GPS device, with mounting accessories; and an automated external defibrillator (AED) to store onboard a vehicle for every trip taken. These items are critical to the safe execution of OHV trail development in our region.
This application was reduced by $1,134.80. The OHV Advisory Council did not feel that the County needed an AED for trail work. |
Duchesne County | $6,717.08 | $5,315.20 |
| 2 | Reduce OHV Speed – Keep Marysvale Safe: Reduce speeding, dust, and accidents by placing 3 “Driver Feedback” signs on Marysvale Town roads. The signs will remind ATV/UTV riders of their current speed and encourage them to slow down and drive safely inside Marysvale Town limits. | Town of Marysvale | $10,640 | $7,764 |
| 3 | Peekaboo Multi-use Trailhead Staging Area/Parking Area Expansion: To meet increasing public demand and to alleviate user conflict, the BLM Kanab Field Office proposes to expand the existing Peekaboo multi-use trailhead by approximately 1.6 acres. The project would involve the removal of vegetation, the addition of road base/gravel, and the installation of a double-vault toilet facility and a perimeter fence to protect resources. | Bureau of Land Management | $182,473 | $128,100 |
| 4 | OHV Roads/Trails Mapping: Garfield County would like to update its GIS files on our OHV trails and roads. We would work with SUU or Dave Maxwell to contract the work. Currently, we have several different maps from BLM, Forest Service, Garfield County, NPS, State, and NRA which all have some of the roads but not all in the County. This effort would be to combine all of these maps into a single GIS file which would be maintained by Garfield County and shared as needed with the other entities. This map would document all the roads/trails in the county and be used to maintain and defend access for OHVs. It will also be used to update our OHV maps. | Garfield County | $12,000 | $9,000 |
| 5 | Mini Excavator: Garfield County will purchase a mini excavator and trailer to help remove debris from OHV roads and trails and to repair washouts. | Garfield County | $150,667 | $113,000 |
| 6 | Equipment Operator (Original request for $6,000): Contract with an operator to run equipment seasonally for trail maintenance. Garfield County will provide vehicles and equipment.
The OHV Advisory Council recommended they double the requested amount. This recommendation was made because they felt the original request was too small and felt the project deserved additional funding. |
Garfield County | $20,333 | $12,000 |
| 7 | Search and Rescue Rapid Response EMS UTVs: This project is to give Washington County Sheriff Search and Rescue EMS the capability to rapidly respond to remote ATV, UTV, and Motorcycle accidents in Washington County. The Purpose is to get medical treatment to accident victims as soon as possible. | Washington County Sheriff Search and Rescue | $90,000 | $60,000 |
| 8 | Purchase of OHV for Search and Rescue Response: Purchase a new OHV, associated customizations, and equipment to use in Search and Rescue operations in the Grand County/Moab area. | Grand County Search and Rescue (GCSAR) | $57,730 | $43,297 |
| 9 | Wasatch UTV – Medbed: This UTV is used by Wasatch Search & Rescue to access all OHV trails in Wasatch County. Wasatch County has become a major home for OHV use. This UTV will be located in the Search & Rescue First Response trailer. We have guys on call 24 hours a day to respond to Emergency calls on OHV trails within the county. This UTV will be used to haul SAR personnel and EMTs to an accident scene and haul patients back to the trailhead. | Wasatch County Search & Rescue | $25,887 | $19,415 |
| 10 | Wasatch SAR Medbed UTV: UTV Medical Bed for SAR operations. This is a 6-seat UTV Modified with stokes and backboard used to haul patients injured in the backcountry. Used to evacuate to the ambulance for transport to the Medical Center. | Wasatch County Search & Rescue | $35,750 | $26,813 |
| 11 | Grand County Emergency Medical OHV Access Program: GCEMS wishes to develop an Emergency Medical All Terrain Access Team to increase emergency medical response capability in off-highway areas. This project will greatly improve response times and the capability of emergency medical care on single-track trails and other OHV trails not accessible by ambulance. | Grand County Emergency Medical Services Special Service District | $53,903 | $34,000 |
| 12 | Trails UTV East Side: Garfield County would like to purchase a UTV to help cover roads and trails on the Eastern side of the County. | Garfield County | $37,500 | $28,125 |
| 13 | Color Country OHV Trail Maintenance and Equipment: Project is to provide resources to maintain the Color Country OHV Trail System in Iron County as the past two years floods have left sections of trails in disrepair. Supplies, materials, and equipment needed are for OHV and worker safety, tools, and materials to replace signs, markers, etc. We are also requesting to purchase a trail dozer to repair trails and washouts in steep terrain. The trail dozer may be shared with public land agencies as well. | Iron County | $131,091 | $90,139 |
| 14 | OHVs and swhchs.org: OHVs and swhchs.org is a project to define 40+ miles of OHV Trails on private property, in preparation to convert the OHV Trails to easements to be deeded to Iron County. This grant will confirm the title and property ownership or control, creating GIS Maps, for use by the Cedar City OHV Club to ride and identify and name newly planned trails. These newly planned easements for Iron County will be transferred as part of a larger grant request in the next F.I.G. cycle. | Southwestern Heritage Center Historical Society | $75,000 | $50,000 |
| 15 | Excavator for OHV Trail Work and Trail Hosting around Moab: This project will provide a mini-excavator and off-road trailer to improve motorized trails on BLM, USFS, and state lands in southeast Utah. Also in this area, it will expand the Utah OHV Trail Host program by training and providing stipends for a dozen volunteers to host each month over two years. | Ride with Respect | $147,938 | $73,725 |
| Total | $1,037,629.08 | $700,693.20 |
OHV Recreation Grant FY22 Q4 – April
| # | April 2022 | Sponsor | Total Project Value | Requested OHVR Funding |
| 1 | Ashley National Forest Law Enforcement SAR OHV: Acquisition of a side-by-side (SxS) OHV with a seasonal track system for Search & Rescue use by Law Enforcement on the Ashley National Forest and surrounding public lands. The OHV will be used for weekly patrol of OHV trail systems through the peak OHV season as well as shoulder seasons when mud becomes an issue for access. | Ashley National Forest | $59,135.00 | $44,000.00 |
| 2 | Tread Lightly! Ethics and Safety Education Campaign: Sand Hollow State Park is partnering with Tread Lightly!, Hunt4Prizes.com, and Dana Spicer to provide outdoor recreation ethics and safety education messaging at two-way points of the Sand Hollow Hunt 4 Prizes hunt. | Sand Hollow State Park | $13,500.00 | $4,950.00 |
| 3 | Paiute Trail Maintenance 2023: This project will provide trail maintenance in the form of clearing, brushing, water control, tread maintenance, bridge maintenance, and signing on over 400 miles of the Paiute, Gooseberry, and Great Western Trails. | Fishlake National Forest | $240,500.00 | $130,000.00 |
| 4 | Summit County SAR: SAR teams are called upon to help people who are in potential distress or imminent danger, often going “off-road” to look for those who are missing or feared lost because of accidents, foul play, mental health, or natural disasters. Over 75% of their SAR calls involve an ATV. Since COVID their rescue numbers have increased dramatically, and they need additional ATVs to keep up with the increased call volume. | Summit County | $56,136.00 | $42,102.00 |
| 5 | 2023 Uinta-Wasatch-Cache Motorized Program Grant: This project will support four key elements of the overall management of motorized recreation within the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest. These elements include OHV trail maintenance, trail signage improvements, education/travel management, and having the right equipment to do the work. | Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest | $518,000.00 | $350,000.00 |
| 6 | Purchase of Argo for Winter Backcountry Rescues, Water Access Rescues, and Sand Dune Area Rescues: With the increase in OHV recreation in the Moab area, Grand County Search and Rescue (GCSAR) have been increasingly tasked with the retrieval of stranded and injured OHV operators and other users in the backcountry. An Argo is a versatile wheeled and tracked vehicle capable of traveling over snow, water, and across sand dunes, and is a vehicle that GCSAR does not have at this time but will add to its fleet. | Grand County Search and Rescue | $5,500.00 | $3,250.00 |
| 7 | Duchesne County ATV Trails Equipment: Duchesne County requests funding for the purchase of ATV equipment to support its ongoing OHV trail improvement program. Specifically, the County requests assistance in purchasing two ATVs, an ATV timber utility trailer, a utility trailer to transport equipment, a chainsaw, and ATV safety accessories, to support the expansion of all 50″ ATV trails in the Roosevelt-Duchesne District of the Ashley National Forest to 60″ OHV trails over the next two years. | Duchesne County | $67,500.00 | $50,000.00 |
| 8 | High Desert Trail Head Beaver County, Minersville Lake Park: Beaver County is building a Trailhead for the High Desert Trail in Minersville Lake Park. The Trailhead will consist of a large paved parking area, a restroom facility, a kiosk, and picnic tables. | Beaver County | $217,692.00 | $163,000.00 |
| 9 | Duchesne County Harmston Canyon Trail Connector Environmental Assessment: Duchesne County proposes to fund an environmental assessment (EA) of the Harmston Canyon OHV Connector Trail, a proposed trail segment linking the 19-mile Elkhorn Loop OHV Trail in the Roosevelt Ranger District of the Ashley National Forest. This connection would alleviate pressure from present OHV users concentrated near Tribal land; encourage the use of designated trail loops, and improve regional OHV connectivity as a whole. Following state guidelines, a professional firm would be hired to complete the EA in the summer of 2022. | Duchesne County | $22,000.00 | $16,500.00 |
| Totals | $1,199,963.00 | $803,802.00 |
OHV Recreation Grant FY22 Q3 – January
| # | January 2022 | Sponsor | Total Project Value |
Requested OHVR Funding |
| 1 | San Rafael Swell OHV Campground Improvements, and OHV Route Delineation: The project sponsor intends to use the funding to delineate camping areas, roads, and parking areas in three of their most popular areas frequented by OHV users. The material the applicant intends to purchase will allow the BLM to build approximately 8,000’ of fencing. | Bureau of Land Management – Price Field Office | $45,000.00 | $26,250.00 |
| 2 | Digital Trail Mapping/OHV Purchase: The County intends to use the funding to map and digitalize the most popular OHV routes within their county. The funding for this project will also be used to purchase the county an OHV and enclosed trailer to help maintain and promote their trails. | Juab County Tourism | $67,500.00 | $50,625.00 |
| 3 | Regional OHV Collaboration: The applicant intends to work with Millard and Juab County to promote their OHV trails and create an established OHV destination. The project seeks funding to professionally brand the area and create a guidebook for users. The applicant will also develop a comprehensive plan that will identify all trails, existing and planned, and digitalize those trails. The plan will be used for 3-5 years and will assist with signage and budgeting. | Beaver County | $25,000.00 | $18,750.00 |
| 4 | North Lake Powell Search and Rescue Vehicle & Safety Gear Purchase: The sponsor intends to use the funding to provide and increase SAR services to Eastern Garfield County and North Lake Powell. By purchasing a fully equipped side-by-side, medical kits, radios, etc. The Adventure staff at North Lake Powell Adventures will continue to provide SAR for their community. | Friends of Ticaboo | $38,324.00 | $28,704.00 |
| 5 | Digital Trail Mapping: The County seeks funding to digitally map its most popular OHV routes and roads within the county. Approximately 650 miles of trails and access roads will be mapped with the requested funding. | Millard County | $93,750.00 | $70,000.00 |
| 6 | Blades and Buckets: The project sponsor’s request is to seek funds to rent specialized equipment to maintain single-track trails and purchase a mini excavator to meet the short and long terms needs of the motorized trails on the Arapeen Trail System. | Manti-La Sal National Forest | $85,686.00 | $63,500.00 |
| 7 | Juab County Search and Rescue OHV: This grant intends to replace the county’s existing SAR OHV with a new side-by-side that will be utilized within Juab and Little Sahara OHV recreation areas. | Juab County Search and Rescue | $50,500.00 | $38,000.00 |
| 8 | Willow Springs CCC Camp OHV Destination: The project sponsor’s request is to seek funds to showcase San Rafael Swell’s historic Civilian Conservation Corps. Funding will help build a small parking area overlooking the campsites with two information kiosks. | Emery County Historic Preservation Commission | $4,890.00 | $3,690.00 |
| 9 | OHV Search and Rescue Operations (Original request for $22,206): This grant intends to purchase a four-seat side-by-side and a trailer to enhance the county’s ability to provide SAR services in remote areas where trails and roads are difficult and slow in traveling. The applicant requested additional funding for a trailer to haul the side-by-side. |
Emery County Sheriff’s Office SAR | $42,109.00 | $32,206.00 |
| 10 | Trail Maintenance Equipment (Original request for $17,750): The sponsor intends to use this funding to upgrade their side-by-side with additional trail work-related equipment. In addition, the funds will also be used to purchase an enclosed trailer for multi-day projects. The applicant originally requested funding for a drone. The OHV Advisory Council did not believe the request for a drone met the intent of OHVR. * The applicant has not provided OHV Program staff with an updated budget. The total project cost could change with an updated budget. |
Emery County Public Lands | $24,500.00* | $15,250.00 |
| 11 | The Paiute Trail Branding and Public Education Initiative: Funding for the grant will be used to create and market a uniformly branded voice. In addition, the project sponsor will outsource and work with a company to update their website, manage their social media channels, and educate users with a scripted series of videos that focus on ongoing issues with gates and fences being removed or misused on the Paiute ATV Trail System. | Paiute Trail Committee | $76,000.00 | $56,000.00 |
| 12 | Garfield County Trails UTV: The sponsor’s request is to seek funding to replace their side-by-side to allow for equipment operations and inspecting trails. | Garfield County | $25,500.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 13 | Garfield County Search and Rescue UTV: This grant intends to purchase a new side-by-side to help with their increased OHV usage and SAR requests. The machine will assist with access to remote areas throughout the county. | Garfield County | $25,500.00 | $18,750.00 |
| 14 | Sanpete Search and Rescue SxS & Equipment: The project sponsor intends to purchase a side-by-side as their match and has requested funding to purchase a side-by-side trailer and equipment for the machine to help respond to backcountry incidents within their county. | Sanpete Sheriff’s Department SAR | $42,954.00 | $20,454.00 |
| 15 | Motorized Bureau of Land Management Ranger: The project sponsor intends to use the funding to hire a motorized ranger position to help the Richfield FO inventory and maintain 200+ miles of OHV trails within the Paiute Trail System. | Bureau of Land Management – Richfield Field Office | $54,288.00 | $30,000.00 |
| 16 | Paiute and Great Western Trail Counter Replacement Project: The project sponsor intends to use the funding provided to purchase approximately 20 replacement trail counters and two docking units. | Paiute Trail Committee | $12,320.00 | $9,240.00 |
| 17 | Juab County OHV Patient Faster Access: The project sponsor intends to use the funding provided to purchase six Ebikes with equipment and an enclosed trailer. The Ebikes will be used to access terrain other machines are unable to. The trailer will be used to transport the Ebikes and side-by-side they use for SAR. | Juab County EMS Department | $52,485.00 | $39,363.00 |
| 18 | GIS Support & Equipment – Color County OHV Trails System: The project sponsors intend to use the funding provided to hire a two-month GIS Technician to design interactive maps that will showcase 20 major trails. In addition, the funding will be used to purchase an equipment trailer, side-by-side, and trail supplies to repair and replace outdated or damaged signage. | Iron County | $66,305.00 | $50,052.00 |
| 19 | Wellington OHV Trail Final Phase: The third and final phase of this project will use the funding to finish fencing the remainder of the trails, installing cattleguards, and drainage on the surveyed trail. | Wellington City | $54,000.00 | $39,000.00 |
| 20 | Duchesne County Heavy Equipment Operator Training: The County will oversee the training of seven county employees in the operation of both hydraulic excavators and skid steers. The training will be two days and the course will be taught by the heavy equipment specialist from Wheeler Training Institute in Salt Lake City. | Duchesne County | $23,731.00 | $14,009.00 |
| 21 | Carbon-Emery MX / Carbon County (Original request for $112,560): The first phase of this project intends to maintain their currently unsafe motocross track and upgrade their water system. The fence surrounding the track is old and no longer secure. The applicant and advisory council members requested additional funding because their original request for a water system was not accurate for the work intended. The applicant provided OHV Program staff with an updated budget and additional bids for a water system. |
Carbon County | $210,426.00 | $162,560.00 |
| Total | $1,096,268.00 | $798,903.00 |
OHV Recreation Grant FY22 Q2 – October
| # | October 2021 | Sponsor | Total Project Value |
Requested OHVR Funding |
| 1 | Beaver Main Street Trailhead: The project sponsor intends to use the funding to build a trailhead to provide access to trails in Beaver County as well as the Mineral Mountains. Work entails grading, laying gravel, fencing, installing curbs and gutters, and the installation of three kiosks with maps. | Tushar Mountain ATV Club | $47,483.00 | $37,115.00 |
| 2 | Duchesne County Trail Construction and Maintenance Equipment: The County requires trail equipment as they advance in developing OHV trail networks. The applicant intends to purchase a side by side and trailer to complete immediate and long-term goals. In addition, the funding will be used to purchase trail tools to assist with maintaining and developing their system. | Duchesne County | $34,800.00 | $20,880.00 |
| 3 | BOAR 2022 SLOREX OHV Education: Funding for this project will be used to purchase a booth and vehicle space at the annual Salt Lake Off-road Expo (SLOREX). Their objective is to educate visitors on proper trail etiquette and provide maps and links to legal trail systems. In addition, the project sponsor plans to use the funding to purchase banners, pamphlets, and signage to promote the usage of OHV funds. | Backcountry Offroad Adventure Rally (BOAR) | $6,812.00 | $5,100.00 |
| 4 | Garfield County ATV Maps: Funding for this project will be used to print 24,000 ATV maps (12K for Regions 1 & 2 and 12K for Regions 3 & 4) for their expansive trail system in the county. The maps will be distributed at no cost to the general public, trail guides, OHV groups, etc. | Garfield County | $25,427.00 | $20,000.00 |
| 5 | Piute County Ride Responsibly Campaign: The sponsor’s request is to create a campaign with utah.com to help increase awareness of responsible OHV recreation throughout Piute County. Funding will be used to create a 3 to 4-minute promotional video, a 30-second version, and a 15-second version of the campaign. This project intends to educate visitors on the importance of responsible recreation and Leave No Trace™ principles. | Piute County | $12,000.00 | $10,800.00 |
| 6 | OHV Trail Videos and Interactive Mapping in Uintah County with Utah.com: The sponsor intends to work with Utah.com to create 10 trail videos (6-8 minutes each) that allow the user to understand trail difficulty and obstacles. The video will have a voice-over with the ability to walk the viewer through the trail and talk about safety and what machines are best for the terrain. In addition, utah.com will create interactive maps for all the trails in the project. These maps will feature points of interest that highlight parts of the trail. All material created will be posted on utah.com and the county’s website. | Uintah County | $200,000.00 | $150,000.00 |
| 7 | High Desert Trail and Color County OHV Trail Signage/Maintenance: The High Desert Trail is a proposed OHV trail from Washington County north to Box Elder County. The counties affected by this trail system have partnered with the state, BLM, and Forest Service to identify the routes through each county. The project sponsor has partnered with Beaver County to conduct a cultural analysis to meet compliance. Once the analysis is complete, the remaining funding will go towards signage, trail markers, trailhead kiosks, fencing, and any maintenance necessary. | Iron County | $27,630.00 | $20,420.00 |
| 8 | Daggett County Website Digital Maps for Download: The project sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails and draw in more users. With this funding, the county intends to map three trails. These digital maps created will be integrated into their recreation and tourism sites. Three Trails: – Finch’s Draw – Carter Military Trail – The last trail will be decided at their next Trails Committee |
Daggett County | $14,582.00 | $11,500.00 |
| 9 | Daggett County OHV Advertising and Content Creation and Placement: This grant intends to target key markets that are heavily used by OHV enthusiasts. Promotion and advertisement include blog stories, photos on Pinterest and Instagram, television advertisements for half a year, news stories on local channels, radio broadcasting, social media, photo libraries, and videos. | Daggett County | $70,560.00 | $55,100.00 |
| 10 | Electronic Downloadable Maps for Aurora City: The project sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails and draw in more users. With this funding, the county intends to map three trails. These digital maps created will be integrated into their recreation and tourism sites. Three Trails: – West Willow Creek to Robbins Valley to Beehive Peak to Elsinore – East Willow Creek to Salina Creek to Salina Canyon – Lost Creek to Rex’s Reservoir to Mid Springs to Scorups Meadow |
City of Aurora | $15,195.00 | $12,000.00 |
| 11 | Aurora City Area OHV Trail System Promotional Campaign: This grant intends to target key markets that are heavily used by OHV enthusiasts and to promote a pavilion gathering place intended to be converted into a trailhead for OHV users. Promotion and advertisement include television and radio appearances, social media influence, printed and digital material, along video content. | City of Aurora | $68,734.00 | $50,800.00 |
| 12 | Uintah County Search and Rescue 6×6: The county intends to use the funding to replace their search and rescue side by side with a 2022 CAN-AM 9RNA DEF 6×6 XT. The current machine they deploy on calls is 16 years old and requires constant maintenance and repairs. | Uintah County | $28,000.00 | $18,200.00 |
| 13 | OHV Trail Crew Captain: The sponsor intends to use this funding to hire a full-time, benefitted Trail Crew Captain. This individual will oversee operations and heavy equipment usage, assist with trail and volunteer projects and training, conduct project logistics, project outreach, and social media, and manage the programs’ trail crew on a day-to-day basis. | Utah OHV Program | $153,683.00 | $68,640.00 |
| 14 | Video of Events for Promotion: In 2022, the sponsor intends to host four OHV events. These events include the Mama Bear Run, the Papa Bear Run, the Paiute Jamboree, and the Halloween Howl. Funding for this project would be used to hire a videographer to attend each event and produce two – 30-second videos (similar to commercials), as well as two longer videos to showcase the overall experience of the event. At the end of the year, two additional videos will be produced from the combined footage of the four events to assist with promotion and advertisement for future events. | Piute Chamber | $20,326.00 | $15,406.00 |
| 15 | Uintah County Enclosed Trailer: The sponsor’s request is to seek funding to purchase an enclosed trailer. The trailer will be used to haul their trail coordinator’s machine that is used for developing trails, guided tours for the ATV Jamboree, media tours, and trail promotion. The purchase of a trailer would alleviate the county from having to borrow a trailer every time the machine is used. | Uintah County | $15,000.00 | $11,250.00 |
| 16 | Richfield City – FR096 (CCC Road): Forest Road 96 (FR096), also known as the Civilian Conservation Corps Road (CCC Road) serves as a major through road for the Paiute ATV Trail System and connects multiple communities. FR096 has seen an increase in OHV traffic, and due to the increasing demand, as well as recent storms, the road requires significant maintenance and repair. Maintenance and repairs include grinding ledges and rocky surfaces, using the ground material to produce surfacing material, installing culverts, removal of obstructions caused by weather, and grading the roadway. The proposed maintenance will provide OHV users with a safer and more enjoyable experience on the Paiute ATV Trail System. | Richfield City | $285,150.00 | $185,345.00 |
| 17 | Rich County Digital Content, Radio TV, and Social Media Promotion: Funding intends to target OHV users along the Wasatch Front with specific advertising campaigns, content placement, and social media interaction. Funding would be used to create video and photo content that will be promoted on TV, radio, and social media platforms. | Rich County | $66,630.00 | $52,700.00 |
| 18 | Rich County Trail Mapping Project: The project sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails and draw in more users. With this funding, the county intends to map three trails. These digital maps created will be integrated into their recreation and tourism sites. Three Trails: – Garden City to Old Ephriam’s Grave via Peter Sink and return via Sweetwater Ridge and Richardson Canyon – Randolph Loop over Bug Lake Pass to Hardware Ranch; return to Randolph via Old Canyon Road – Garden City to Randolph Loop |
Rich County | $14,140.00 | $12,000.00 |
| 19 | Duchesne County Geo-Synchronized OHV Trails Mapping: The project sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails and draw in more users. With this funding, the county intends to map three trails. These digital maps created will be integrated into their recreation and tourism sites. Three Trails: – Frank’s Canyon Loop – Wrinkles Road Loop – Big Wash Loop |
Duchesne County | $15,568.00 | $12,143.00 |
| 20 | Aurora City Trailhead Park Development Project: Funding for this project would be used to convert a small city-owned park with a pavilion into a parking/dry camping area for OHV users visiting the city to ride. The development of this trailhead includes leveling and grading of the parking area, removal of an old and unused restroom, installation of a double vault toilet, and adding signage directing users to the trailhead and trails. | City of Aurora | $95,670.00 | $68,845.00 |
| 21 | Piute County – Butch Cassidy ATV Trail: Based on the project sponsor’s feasibility study that was conducted to determine the preferred route and required permitting, they found the preferred alternative route lies on BLM land. The sponsor is seeking funding to complete the required NEPA permitting and a final alignment design. The final trail alignment must be in place for permitting to be completed. The applicant is unable to contribute a significant in-kind match, however, upon completion of the project, the county is prepared to provide more in-kind efforts through the donation of a bridge, gravel material, and GIS mapping. | Piute County | $65,200.00 | $62,000.00 |
| 22 | Trail Counters and Equipment: The project sponsor intends to use the funding provided to purchase approximately 10 trail counters, chainsaws, and other OHV trail equipment. The trail counters and equipment will be utilized on their nearly 5,000 miles of OHV trails. | Emery County Travel Bureau | $24,500.00 | $13,000.00 |
| Total | $1,307,090.00 | $913,244.00 |
OHV Recreation Grant FY22 Q1 – July
| # | July 2021 | Sponsor | Total Project | Requested OHVR Funding |
| 1 | Sand Mountain OHV Staging Area: This grant intends to create a new staging area to replace the old .6-acre staging area. The applicant intends to build a 5-acre gravel staging area with 50 delineated parking spaces and a 2-stall pit toilet. The surrounding fence will be donated by the BLM and installed by the project sponsor. | Desert Roads and Trail Society | $249,029.00 | $100,000.00 |
| 2 | Ephraim Ambulance Side by Side: This grant would assist with the search and rescue (SAR) coverage of Ephraim and Sanpete County. The project sponsor covers over 125 square miles of terrain and intends to purchase a properly equipped UTV to assist with responding to OHV-related accidents. | Ephraim Ambulance Association | $35,084.00 | $28,485.00 |
| 3 | Marketing North Lake Powell, “Rally in Bullfrog Valley”: The purpose of this grant is to bring OHV enthusiasts from Utah and the Four Corner region together to discover the trail networks on remote trails around Eastern Garfield County, Eastern Wayne County, Western San Juan County, and Eastern Kane County. The project sponsor intends to use the funding to help promote and hold a 3-day rally. | Friends of Ticaboo | $12,100.00 | $7,000.00 |
| 4 | Mapping of Glen Canyon NRA OHV Trails: Funding will help the project sponsor map newly opened trails within the boundaries of the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. Funding from this grant will also help with the printing costs of these maps and will include OHV regulations for the different trails. | Friends of Ticaboo | $11,000.00 | $8,000.00 |
| 5 | Iron County SAR Equipment Acquisition: This grant would assist the project sponsor in obtaining the emergency equipment needed with SAR. Iron County has varying elevations and is in need of a larger UTV that can be outfitted with equipment and accessories for rough terrain and inclement weather. | Iron County Search and Rescue | $48,339.00 | $38,299.00 |
| 6 | Promote Utah OHV Tourism to the Chinese American Community: The sponsor intends to create a website in Mandarin that will display OHV-related knowledge, safety issues, driving skills, etiquette, etc. The project will bring Chinese travelers to Utah and teach them the ethics surrounding the sport. The Sponsor will also create courses to educate current Chinese American citizens who are interested in learning more about OHV recreation within Utah. | Utah Chinese Association | $60,000.00 | $30,000.00 |
| 7 | Sevier County SAR OHV Equipment Upgrade (Orignal request of $61,897.00): Funding will be used to purchase one replacement machine required to assist with SAR operations. This machine will be a smaller UTV to accommodate 50” trails. | Sevier County Sheriff’s Office | $23,500.00 | $19,000.00 |
| 8 | Beaver County Sheriff’s Office: The sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help with the purchase and installation of equipment required for SAR and patrols. Equipment includes a radio system, lights, PA, headsets, and wiring. | Beaver County Sheriff’s Office | $37,817.00 | $10,458.00 |
| 9 | OHV Youth Education Incentive Items: The project sponsor is asking for assistance in purchasing incentive items for Junior Rangers upon completion of the program. Funding will also help develop the OHV Junior Ranger program, encourage younger generations to become more involved in OHV recreation, and potentially create a future generation with fewer OHV-related injuries. Items intended to be purchased include youth helmets, youth gloves, and other incentive items. | Utah OHV Program | $11,500.00 | $7,500.00 |
| 10 | Color County OHV Trail – Safety Equipment & Supplies: Funding will be used to maintain three trails; Lost Springs, Chloride Mountains, and Big Basket Springs. The project sponsor also intends to use the funding to purchase safety equipment for their employees and volunteers. A kiosk is needed for the North Hills OHV Trail Segment and signage will be replaced along all the trails listed. | Iron County | $14,550.00 | $9,850.00 |
| 11 | High Desert Trail Mapping and Signing: The project sponsor has entered into an agreement with other local counties on the High Desert OHV Trail. They are ready to move forward with signing and marking their portion of the trail which consists of Class B roads that are approximately 110 miles long. Minor trail maintenance will take place while the county is marking the trail. | Millard County | $54,560.00 | $30,875.00 |
| 12 | Digital Trail Mapping, Jamboree Event App, Higher Desert Trail Cultural Clearance: This grant has three components, the project sponsor intends to digitalize 300 miles of trails on a popular OHV mobile application, create an event app for their jamboree, and work on cultural clearance for the High Desert Trail in Beaver County. In addition to the three components listed above, the project sponsor also plans to use the funding to print pocket companion guides that will be distributed to local tourist locations. | Beaver County | $230,000.00 | $189,000.00 |
| 13 | OHV Program Trail Crew: Funding for this grant will be used to expand the current trail crew from two people to six members. This trail crew will be trained and have proficient skills in trail maintenance and building, along with larger machine operations to help organizations and partners with statewide OHV projects. | Utah OHV Program | $100,000.00 | $52,500.00 |
| 14 | Trail Crew UTV Purchase: This grant intends to purchase a 50” two-seater UTV. This UTV would help the project sponsor by limiting the number of machines in the total fleet while still being flexible enough to fit on any trail. In addition, it will also help their crew have the proper transportation to project sites and they continue to perform trail maintenance, trail construction, and other infrastructure-related development for motorized recreation. | Utah OHV Program | $30,000.00 | $15,000.00 |
| 15 | Youth Education Specialist: The funding from this grant will provide the opportunity for the OHV Program to employ a seasonal Youth Education Specialist. This position is intended to increase youth participation and education when it comes to OHV use in the state of Utah. The funding will be utilized over a two-year period. | Utah OHV Program | $97,200.00 | $44,000.00 |
| 16 | Reopening Illegal Road Closures: The project sponsor’s request is to seek funds to reimburse travel expenses and staff time required to reopen illegally closed roads and trails throughout Utah. | Rural Opportunity Ventures | $13,000.00 | $8,000.00 |
| Total | $1,027,679.00 | $597,967.00 |
OHV Recreation Grant FY21 Q4 – April
| # | April 2021 | Sponsor | Total Project Value |
Requested OHVR Funding |
| 1 | Purchase of Mini-skid for Trail Work: To assist with the constant repairs required on Moab’s FO 3,900 miles of motorized trails, they are requesting funding to purchase a mini skid-steer. | Bureau of Land Management – Moab Field Office | $49,250.00 | $38,000.00 |
| 2 | Paiute Trail Maintenance 2022: This grant would assist with the maintenance and management of the entire Paiute, Great Western, Gooseberry, and associated trail system. Projects include trail signage (directional, informational, interpretive, and regulatory) and maintenance of existing signs. They also intend to maintain these trails by logging out brush, removing rocks, repairing tread, and diverting water. Funding will also be spent on the installation of cattle guards, barriers, and bridges. Trail data will also be collected on the entire system with the installation of over 60 trail counters and eight cameras to monitor use patterns. | Fishlake National Forest | $243,000.00 | $116,000.00 |
| 3 | West Paiute Trail Picnic Tables: The purpose of this project is to enhance and improve the OHV experience in the Fishlake National Forest. The project sponsor intends to purchase 11 aluminum picnic tables. The tables will be placed along the Paiute ATV Trail on the west side of the Fishlake National Forest. | Paiute Trail Committee | $14,304.00 | $9,240.00 |
| 4 | Beaver Main Street Trailhead: Funding will be used to purchase a vacant lot at the corner of Main St. and 600 North and will allow OHV access to the Beaver Trailhead. The purchase of the lot offers an opportunity to have a trailhead on Main Street with direct access to the Paiute Trail. | Tushar Mountain ATV Club | $90,000.00 | $76,500.00 |
| 5 | Iron Off-road Rally (Original request for $58,816.00): This grant would assist in the creation of an annual two-day rally in Iron County to showcase OHV opportunities on 12 trails. The sponsor intends to purchase rally items and an enclosed trailer for the event and future use. | Cedar City Area Chamber of Commerce | $75,835.00 | $28,590.00 |
| 6 | OHV Program Statewide Trail Cat Purchase: Funding will assist with the purchase of a new trail cat (preferably a Sutter 500). The sponsor currently has one loaner trail cat that can be used by volunteers, State/Federal land managing agencies, or Division staff for OHV trail maintenance and construction. The sponsor’s goal is to have a second trail cat in order to meet the loaner requests and to assist with the OHV Program’s trail crew as the need arises. | Utah OHV Program | $86,920.00 | $40,000.00 |
| 7 | Three Kiosks Grant: Funding will be used to purchase and install three kiosks in Kanosh’s town center, at Marysvale’s new trailhead, and at the Butch Cassidy Childhood Home. | Paiute Trail Committee | $13,169.00 | $10,797.00 |
| 8 | Area Trail Riding Promotion Near the City of Blanding: The sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails with the intent to disperse use and promote tourism around Blanding. Three feature episodes shot on location will air on TV. Fifty-two 30-second ads will also air on KTVX and other selected stations during the same time period. At Your Leisure TV will promote the episodes before and after the “on-air” showing. The episodes will be made available to Utah State Parks and Blanding to maximize exposure. | City of Blanding | $52,220.00 | $38,100.00 |
| 9 | Blanding City “Trail 360 Project” Mapping: The sponsor’s request is to engage and complete geosynchronous video trail mapping of three trails near Blanding in San Juan County. These maps will then be uploaded for users to view. Geosynchronous video trail mapping provides a way for the public to take a virtual tour of OHV trails with detailed images. This allows people to decide in advance whether a given trail is within their abilities and whether they will find the terrain, scenery, views, parking, etc. to their liking. Three Trails: – Recapture Rim – Arch Canyon – Hotel Rock |
City of Blanding | $12,150.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 10 | Area Trail Riding Promotion Near the City of Richfield: The sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails with the intent to disperse use and promote tourism around Richfield. Three feature episodes shot on location will air on TV. Fifty-two 30-second ads will also air on KTVX and other selected stations during the same time period. At Your Leisure TV will promote the episodes before and after the “on-air” showing. The episodes will be made available to Utah State Parks and Richfield to maximize exposure. | Richfield | $52,220.00 | $38,100.00 |
| 11 | City of Richfield “Trail 360 Project” Mapping: The sponsor’s request is to engage and complete geosynchronous video trail mapping of three trails near Richfield City in Sevier County. These maps will then be uploaded for users to view. Geosynchronous video trail mapping provides a way for the public to take a virtual tour of OHV trails with detailed images. This allows people to decide in advance whether a given trail is within their abilities and whether they will find the terrain, scenery, views, parking, etc. to their liking.Three Trails:– Devil’s Armchair – Dairy Canyon – Glenwood to Koosharem |
Richfield | $12,775.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 12 | Arapeen OHV Trail Maintenance: Funding will be used to rent a mini-excavator for four months in 2021-2022 (two months each year). The sponsor is also asking for funding to help pay a portion of the salary of a GS-3 and one GS-5 for a month each year. In addition, the funding will help with associated fuel costs for the mini-excavator. | Manti-La Sal National Forest | $69,200.00 | $30,000.00 |
| 13 | Color County OHV Trail Maintenance Vehicle & Supplies (Original request for $53,000.00): The sponsor intends to use funds to purchase a 1-ton rated truck to pull their skid-steer and trailer to remote locations. The truck would be purchased through a state contract and fitted with a flatbed to carry the necessary skid-steer accessories. In addition, the sponsor will use the funding to purchase trail markers, decals, maps, and pedestal map displays. Picnic tables and cattle guards will also be installed as needed. Requested funding for trail signage would total $1,500. | Iron County | $3,000.00 | $1,500.00 |
| 14 | Area Trail Riding Promotion Near the City of Eureka: The sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails with the intent to disperse use and promote tourism around Eureka. Three feature episodes shot on location will air on TV. Fifty-two 30-second ads will also air on KTVX and other selected stations during the same time period. At Your Leisure TV will promote the episodes before and after the “on-air” showing. The episodes will be made available to Utah State Parks and Eureka to maximize exposure. | City of Eureka | $52,220.00 | $38,100.00 |
| 15 | Eureka City “Trail 360 Project” Mapping: The sponsor’s request is to engage and complete geosynchronous video trail mapping of three trails near Eureka in Juab County. These maps will then be uploaded for users to view. Geosynchronous video trail mapping provides a way for the public to take a virtual tour of OHV trails with detailed images. This allows people to decide in advance whether a given trail is within their abilities and whether they will find the terrain, scenery, views, parking, etc. to their liking.Three Trails:– Pigeon Creek – Maple Creek – Spring City Burnout Fork |
City of Eureka | $12,150.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 16 | Town of Hanksville “Trail 360 Project” Mapping: The sponsor’s request is to engage and complete geosynchronous video trail mapping of three trails near Hanksville in Wayne County. These maps will then be uploaded for users to view. Geosynchronous video trail mapping provides a way for the public to take a virtual tour of OHV trails with detailed images. This allows people to decide in advance whether a given trail is within their abilities and whether they will find the terrain, scenery, views, parking, etc. to their liking.Three Trails:– Henrie Mountain Crescent Creek, Bull Mountain Loop – Roost Rim Loop – Factory Butte |
Hanksville | $12,775.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 17 | Area Trail Riding Promotion Near the City of Hanksville: The sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails with the intent to disperse use and promote tourism around Hanksville. Three feature episodes shot on location will air on TV. Fifty-two 30-second ads will also air on KTVX and other selected stations during the same time period. At Your Leisure TV will promote the episodes before and after the “on-air” showing. The episodes will be made available to Utah State Parks and Hanksville to maximize exposure. | Hanksville | $52,220.00 | $38,100.00 |
| 18 | Area Trail Riding Promotion Near the City of Ticaboo: The sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails with the intent to disperse use and promote tourism around Ticaboo. Three feature episodes shot on location will air on TV. Fifty-two 30-second ads will also air on KTVX and other selected stations during the same time period. At Your Leisure TV will promote the episodes before and after the “on-air” showing. The episodes will be made available to Utah State Parks and Ticaboo to maximize exposure. | Friends of Ticaboo | $52,220.00 | $38,100.00 |
| 19 | Orderville “Trail 360 Project” Mapping: The sponsor’s request is to engage and complete geosynchronous video trail mapping of three trails near Orderville in Kane County. These maps will then be uploaded for users to view. Geosynchronous video trail mapping provides a way for the public to take a virtual tour of OHV trails with detailed images. This allows people to decide in advance whether a given trail is within their abilities and whether they will find the terrain, scenery, views, parking, etc. to their liking. Three Trails: – 4 Mile Canyon to Kanab Creek – Barracks, Elephant Cove, Harris Mountain, Clay Flats – Poverty Flats |
City of Orderville | $12,775.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 20 | Area Trail Riding Promotion Near Orderville, UT: The sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails with the intent to disperse use and promote tourism around Orderville. Three feature episodes shot on location will air on TV. Fifty-two 30-second ads will also air on KTVX and other selected stations during the same time period. At Your Leisure TV will promote the episodes before and after the “on-air” showing. The episodes will be made available to Utah State Parks and Orderville to maximize exposure. | City of Orderville | $14,465.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 21 | Area Trail Riding Promotion Near the City of Delta: The sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails with the intent to disperse use and promote tourism around Delta. Three feature episodes shot on location will air on TV. Fifty-two 30-second ads will also air on KTVX and other selected stations during the same time period. At Your Leisure TV will promote the episodes before and after the “on-air” showing. The episodes will be made available to Utah State Parks and Delta to maximize exposure. | Delta City | $52,220.00 | $38,100.00 |
| 22 | Area Trail Riding Promotion Near Green River: The sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails with the intent to disperse use and promote tourism around Green River. Three feature episodes shot on location will air on TV. Fifty-two 30-second ads will also air on KTVX and other selected stations during the same time period. At Your Leisure TV will promote the episodes before and after the “on-air” showing. The episodes will be made available to Utah State Parks and Green River to maximize exposure. | Green River | $52,220.00 | $38,100.00 |
| 23 | 2022 Uintah-Wasatch-Cache Motorized Program Grant: Funding will be used to maintain priority-level motorized trails across UWC. This includes single-track and OHV routes on the five zones of the forest. Each zone will complete a mix of general and heavy trail maintenance on 434 miles of trail. The sponsor also intends to complete a trail reroute on the Pleasant Grove Ranger District, continued improvements of the trailhead and trail junction signage, and travel management during designated seasons, with in-person interactions. | Uintah-Wasatch-Cache National Forest | $192,300.00 | $100,000.00 |
| 24 | Green River “Trail 360 Project” Mapping: The sponsor’s request is to engage and complete geosynchronous video trail mapping of three trails near Green River in Emery County. These maps will then be uploaded for users to view. Geosynchronous video trail mapping provides a way for the public to take a virtual tour of OHV trails with detailed images. This allows people to decide in advance whether a given trail is within their abilities and whether they will find the terrain, scenery, views, parking, etc. to their liking. Three Trails: – Tusher Rim – Crystal Geyser – Lost Springs |
Green River | $12,775.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 25 | Emery County Public Lands & Trails – Motorcycle: This grant would allow for the purchase of a motorcycle to replace the county’s personal and borrowed motorcycle. The machine will be used to do inventory and maintenance on single-track and other trails. Maintenance includes general trail work, placing educational signage in kiosks, and placing trail markers. | Emery County | $15,200.00 | $9,000.00 |
| 26 | Trails Crew: Funding would pay a few members of their trail committee for the hundreds of hours of work a year they have put into OHV trails alongside the BLM and Forest Service trails. The advisory council requested proof of insurance, employee-related risk, and workers comp to be covered by the sponsor. | Emery County Travel Bureau | $14,450.00 | $7,800.00 |
| 27 | Uintah County Trails Webpage (Original request for $8,570.00): This grant would provide funding to create a central location for locals and visitors to get detailed maps and descriptions of places to visit. The county intends to create a centralized web page where off-road enthusiasts can get the trail maps, photos, and descriptions of all that Uintah County has to offer. | Uintah County | $13,570.00 | $5,000.00 |
| 28 | Uintah County Trails Blade: This grant would allow for the purchase of a six-way blade to attach to the county’s skid steer. This accessory would assist with maintaining current trails and cutting new ones. | Uintah County | $4,286.00 | $2,143.00 |
| 29 | Uintah County Motocross Sprinkler System: The sponsor would like to purchase a watering system to maintain 5,700 feet of soil during the races at Uintah County’s Buckskin Hills sports complex. The system would replace the currently shared water truck. | Uintah County | $234,200.00 | $149,200.00 |
| 30 | Enterprise “Trail 360 Project” Mapping: The sponsor’s request is to engage and complete geosynchronous video trail mapping of three trails near Enterprise in Washington County. These maps will then be uploaded for users to view. Geosynchronous video trail mapping provides a way for the public to take a virtual tour of OHV trails with detailed images. This allows people to decide in advance whether a given trail is within their abilities and whether they will find the terrain, scenery, views, parking, etc. to their liking. Three Trails: – Pilot Peak, Black Canyon – Enterprise Reservoir, Slaughter Creek Loop – Bull Valley, North Hills |
Enterprise | $12,775.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 31 | Area Trail Riding Promotion Near Enterprise: The sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails with the intent to disperse use and promote tourism around Enterprise. Three feature episodes shot on location will air on TV. Fifty-two 30-second ads will also air on KTVX and other selected stations during the same time period. At Your Leisure TV will promote the episodes before and after the “on-air” showing. The episodes will be made available to Utah State Parks and Enterprise to maximize exposure. | Enterprise | $52,200.00 | $38,100.00 |
| 32 | Trail Signage: The sponsor has developed an ATV trail system that interconnects with the existing Paiute ATV trail. Funding would go towards the purchase of equipment to install signs and do future trail maintenance. This includes a mini-excavator with an active thumb, a post-hole auger, a jackhammer attachment, and a tandem axle trailer. Also, funding is requested to hire a two-person crew working approximately 40 hours per week for 12 weeks, to install the signage. | Beaver County | $90,000.00 | $65,000.00 |
| 33 | Safety & Ethics Promotion to Air on AYL (50th Anniversary Celebration): The sponsor intends to build upon a series of safety and ethics messages that are currently being promoted by the Utah ATV Association. These features will be aired on television and on social media with the help of At Your Leisure. Three professional broadcast segments (two to three minutes each) will air on KTVX Channel 4 in Salt Lake as part of the 50th Anniversary Celebration of the OHV Program. Additionally, 26 30-second public service announcements (two per week) will air on KTVX and be available on the AYL website, the sponsor’s website, and State Parks’ website. | Utah 4-Wheel Drive Association | $24,300.00 | $17,800.00 |
| 34 | Area Trail Riding Promotion Near Ferron City: The sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails with the intent to disperse use and promote tourism around Ferron. Three feature episodes shot on location will air on TV. Fifty-two 30-second ads will also air on KTVX and other selected stations during the same time period. At Your Leisure TV will promote the episodes before and after the “on-air” showing. The episodes will be made available to Utah State Parks and Ferron to maximize exposure. | Ferron City | $52,220.00 | $38,100.00 |
| 35 | Ferron City “Trail 360 Project” Mapping: The sponsor’s request is to engage and complete geosynchronous video trail mapping of three trails near Ferron City in Emery County. These maps will then be uploaded for users to view. Geosynchronous video trail mapping provides a way for the public to take a virtual tour of OHV trails with detailed images. This allows people to decide in advance whether a given trail is within their abilities and whether they will find the terrain, scenery, views, parking, etc. to their liking. Three Trails: – Slipper Arch, Eagle Canyon, Eva Connover Loop – Copper Globe – Wrigley Res, Ferron Res, Duck Fork Loop |
Ferron City | $12,150.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 36 | Wayne County “Trail 360 Project” Mapping: The sponsor’s request is to engage and complete geosynchronous video trail mapping of three trails near Western Wayne County. These maps will then be uploaded for users to view. Geosynchronous video trail mapping provides a way for the public to take a virtual tour of OHV trails with detailed images. This allows people to decide in advance whether a given trail is within their abilities and whether they will find the terrain, scenery, views, parking, etc. to their liking. Three Trails: – Tidwell Slopes – Sam’s Mesa – Loa to Escalante |
Wayne County | $12,775.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 37 | Area Trail Riding Promotion Western Wayne County: The sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails with the intent to disperse use and promote tourism around Wayne County. Three feature episodes shot on location will air on TV. Fifty-two 30-second ads will also air on KTVX and other selected stations during the same time period. At Your Leisure TV will promote the episodes before and after the “on-air” showing. The episodes will be made available to Utah State Parks and Wayne County to maximize exposure. | Wayne County | $52,220.00 | $38,100.00 |
| 38 | The City of Delta “Trail 360 Project” Mapping: The sponsor’s request is to engage and complete geosynchronous video trail mapping of three trails near Delta City in Millard County. These maps will then be uploaded for users to view. Geosynchronous video trail mapping provides a way for the public to take a virtual tour of OHV trails with detailed images. This allows people to decide in advance whether a given trail is within their abilities and whether they will find the terrain, scenery, views, parking, etc. to their liking. Two Trails: – Segment of Cricket Mountain – Segment of Conger Mountain |
Delta City | $12,775.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 39 | OHV Junior Ranger Program Incentive Items: The sponsor is asking for assistance in purchasing incentive items for Junior Rangers upon completion of the program. Funding will also help develop the OHV Junior Ranger program, encourage younger generations to become more involved in OHV recreation, and potentially create a future generation with fewer OHV-related injuries. | Utah OHV Program | $16,800.00 | $11,000.00 |
| 40 | Justensen Flats Trailhead Improvement Project: With OHV visitation skyrocketing in the Swell, the sponsor intends to expand and harden the parking area at Justensen Flats Trailhead. They also intend to make improvements to the trailhead’s two main trails and replace the old post and rail fence with large boulders or other appropriate barriers. | Bureau of Land Management – Price Field Office | $55,000.00 | $35,000.00 |
| 41 | 360 Trails Project Video for Three Trails: The sponsor’s request is to engage and complete geosynchronous video trail mapping of three trails near Ticaboo in Garfield County. These maps will then be uploaded for users to view. Geosynchronous video trail mapping provides a way for the public to take a virtual tour of OHV trails with detailed images. This allows people to decide in advance whether a given trail is within their abilities and whether they will find the terrain, scenery, views, parking, etc. to their liking. Three Trails: – Bull Creek Pass Scenic Byway – Red Canyon – Angel’s Point Loop |
Friends of Ticaboo | $11,100.00 | $10,500.00 |
| Total | $1,978,404.00 | $1,261,570.00 |
OHV Recreation Grant FY21 Q3 – January
| # | January 2021 | Sponsor | Total Project Value | Requested OHVR Funding |
| 1 | Great Western & Gooseberry Trail Signing 2021: Installation of 87 signs, along with two single-panel kiosks and four double-panel kiosks across two trail systems. | Paiute Trail Committee | $26,236.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 2 | West Paiute Trail Signing 2021: Installation of 11 new kiosks, one map board, and 18 new trail signs to complete the signing for the West Paiute trail system. | Paiute Trail Committee | $24,974.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 3 | Paiute Helmet Program: Provide helmets to youth in need through a joint partnership with the Forest Service, BLM, and six rural Utah County Sheriffs and local police departments. In addition, funding will be utilized to distribute helmets at the four Jamboree events in the County. | Paiute Trail Committee | $18,745.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 4 | 9-Mile Trail Counter Project: Installation of four TRAFx counters. Two will be placed along 9 Mile Canyon Road, one in Cottonwood Canyon, and one in Dry Canyon. | Carbon County Office of Tourism | $3,221.00 | $2,221.00 |
| 5 | Paiute & Great Western Trail Map Book: Reprinting and updating this map book to incorporate a total of six individual map series and several USGS quad maps. In total, this map book will cover 4,900 square miles of South Central Utah. The project sponsor intends to print 2,000-4,000 copies with a retail cost of $20.00. | Paiute Trail Committee | $30,000.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 6 | 50th Anniversary OHV Program Promotion & Marketing: Promotion, marketing, and education on the accomplishments of the OHV Program over the last 50 years. Funding will be utilized to have four in-person events, approximately 20 TV segments, with increased social media presence, and a photo scavenger hunt. | Utah OHV Program | $90,000.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 7 | At Your Leisure Trail Promotional Episode: At Your Leisure (AYL) will record a TV episode on the location of one of the 360 Trails that have been recorded in Ticaboo, UT. The episode will air on KUTV4 and after it airs, eight 30-second advertisements will be shown once a week. | Ticaboo Town | $13,500.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 8 | Enclosed Trailer Purchase: Purchase of a 24’ enclosed trailer to replace their existing trailer that has been deemed unsafe for hauling OHV machines. In addition to hauling, the trailer will be used to protect and carry equipment, gear, trail material, and tools associated with the general daily operations of the OHV Program. | Utah OHV Program | $16,000.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 9 | Trail Crew UTV Purchase: Purchase a Honda Pioneer UTV to assist the OHV Program’s trail crew as they perform trail maintenance, trail construction, and other tasks related to infrastructure development for motorized recreation. | Utah OHV Program | $21,500.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 10 | Escalante OHV Trail Advertising & Promotion: Production and broadcast of a 3 to 5-minute feature story that will be aired on a nationally distributed OHV program. Funding will also assist in social media advertisement to promote trails in Escalante. | Escalante City | $13,675.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 11 | Google Street View Mapping, Escalante Area: Funding will be utilized to create 360 video trail mapping of three trails in Escalante, UT. The applicant intends to follow the existing structure that Utah State Parks & Recreation OHV Program has already established. Three Trails: – Pine Creek, Posey Lake Road, Griffin Top, Main Canyon – McGaff Lake, Jacobs Res, Roundy Res – Cedar Wash, Hole in the Rock, Collet Top |
Escalante City | $11,325.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 12 | 360 Trails Project Video for Three Trails: Funding will be utilized to create 360 video trail mapping of three trails in Green River, UT. The applicant intends to follow the existing structure that Utah State Parks & Recreation OHV Program has already established. Three Trails: – Lower San Rafael Loop – Dry Lakes – Devils Race Track |
Green River City | $11,100.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 13 | 360 Trails Project Video for Three Trails: Funding will be utilized to create 360 video trail mapping of three trails in Ticaboo, UT. The applicant intends to follow the existing structure that Utah State Parks & Recreation OHV Program has already established. Three Trails: – Indian Springs – Wolverine, Lampshade – Big Ridge |
Ticaboo Town | $11,100.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 14 | At Your Leisure Trail Promotional Episode: At Your Leisure (AYL) will record a TV episode on the location of one of the 360 Trails that have been recorded in Ephraim, UT. The episode will air on KUTV4 and after it airs, eight 30-second advertisements will be shown once a week. | Ephraim City | $13,100.00 | $12,100.00 |
| 15 | At Your Leisure Trail Promotional Episode: At Your Leisure (AYL) will record a TV episode on the location of one of the 360 Trails that have been recorded in Piute County. The episode will air on KUTV4 and after it airs, eight 30-second advertisements will be shown once a week. | Piute County | $13,500.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 16 | 360 Trails Project Video for Three Trails: Funding will be utilized to create 360 video trail mapping of three trails in the area of Piute County. The applicant intends to follow the existing structure that Utah State Parks & Recreation OHV Program has already established. Three Trails: – Circleville to Panguitch – Marysvale to Fremont Indian State Park – The Maze Mining District |
Piute County | $11,100.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 17 | Tropic, UT Trail Riding Opportunity Advertising: The city of Tropic will produce and broadcast a feature story over a network of TV stations across the state and around the nation to highlight the opportunities that Tropic has to offer to OHV enthusiasts. | City of Tropic | $13,675.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 18 | Tropic, UT Digital Trail Mapping: Funding will be utilized to create 360 video trail mapping of three trails in the area of Tropic, UT. The applicant intends to follow the existing structure that Utah State Parks & Recreation OHV Program has already established. Three Trails: – Cottonwood – Skutumpah – Widtsoe Junction |
City of Tropic | $11,100.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 19 | 360 Trails Project Video for Three Trails: Funding will be utilized to create 360 video trail mapping of three trails in the area of Marysvale, UT. The applicant intends to follow the existing structure that Utah State Parks & Recreation OHV Program has already established. Three Trails: – Marysvale to Otter Creek – Marysvale to Circleville – Marysvale to Richfield |
Marysvale Town | $11,100.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 20 | OHV Emergency Medical Training Program: Develop and deliver an OHV Medical Training program to treat the specific types of injuries unique to OHV accidents and events in remote areas. Participants will be recruited directly from organized OHV clubs. Attendance will be restricted to people that can be verified as part of the OHV community. The OHV Medical training course would be free of charge to individuals verifiable as part of the OHV community. | Utah Off-Road | $15,000.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 21 | Safety & Ethics Promotion to Air on AYL (50th Anniversary): Collaboration with AYL to produce 3 short training clips that will air on KTVX4. After the episode is run on TV, a series of twenty-six 30-second public service announcements will air twice a week. Safety 1 Safety 2 Safety 3 |
Utah ATV Association | $24,300.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 22 | 360 Trails Project Video for Three Trails: Funding will be utilized to create 360 video trail mapping of three trails in the area of Joseph, UT. The applicant intends to follow the existing structure that Utah State Parks & Recreation OHV Program has already established. Three Trails: – Joseph to Fremont Indian State Park – Joseph to Fillmore – Joseph to Richfield |
Joseph Town | $11,100.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 23 | At Your Leisure Trail Promotional Episode: At Your Leisure (AYL) will record a TV episode on the location of one of the 360 Trails that have been recorded in Joseph, UT. The episode will air on KUTV4 and after it airs, eight 30-second advertisements will be shown once a week. | Joseph Town | $13,500.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 24 | At Your Leisure Trail Promotional Episode: At Your Leisure (AYL) will record a TV episode on the location of one of the 360 Trails that have been recorded in Marysvale, UT. The episode will air on KUTV4 and after it airs, eight 30-second advertisements will be shown once a week. | Marysvale Town | $13,500.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 25 | At Your Leisure Trail Promotional Episode: At Your Leisure (AYL) will record a TV episode on the location of one of the 360 Trails that have been recorded in Salina, UT. The episode will air on KUTV4 and after it airs, eight 30-second advertisements will be shown once a week. | North Sevier Recreation, Salina City | $13,500.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 26 | 360 Trails Project Video for Three Trails: Funding will be utilized to create 360 video trail mapping of three trails in the area of Salina, UT. The applicant intends to follow the existing structure that Utah State Parks & Recreation OHV Program has already established. Three Trails: – Salina to Gooseberry – Salina to Scipio & Yuba – Salina Over Pahvant to Richfield & Fillmore |
North Sevier Recreation, Salina City | $11,100.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 27 | Delineating Hurrah Pass 4WD Trail: Creation of more substantial fences to allow for delineation along 3.5 miles of trail on a Class D road. | Utah School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration (SITLA) | $25,000.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 28 | Travel Management Planning Engagement: The applicant intends to spend three days documenting routes in the San Rafael Desert to establish the most threatened routes and access areas. With this information, they will hold a total of five meetings to present their findings to the local officials, stakeholders, and the OHV community in the area. | Sage Riders Motorcycle Club of Utah | $25,000.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 29 | Western Washington County 360 Trail Mapping: Funding will be utilized to create 360 video trail mapping of four trails in the Western area of Washington County. The applicant intends to follow the existing structure that Utah State Parks & Recreation OHV Program has already established. Four Trails: – The Pinnacles – Stud Horse Draw – Mineral Mountain – Little Creek |
Tri-State ATV Club | $11,325.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 30 | Western Washington County OHV Trail Advertising & Promotion: At Your Leisure (AYL) will record a TV episode on the location of one of the 360 Trails that have been recorded in the Western area of Washington County. The episode will air on KUTV4 and after it airs, eight 30-second advertisements will be shown twice a week. | Tri-State ATV Club | $13,675.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 31 | Kane County 360 Trail Mapping: Funding will be utilized to create 360 video trail mapping of three trails in Eastern and Central Kane County. The applicant intends to follow the existing structure that Utah State Parks & Recreation OHV Program has already established. Three Trails: – Great Western Trail – Eagle Sink – Crocodile – Johnson – Clay Flat, Harris Mountain, Red Knoll |
UT/AZ ATV Club | $11,325.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 32 | Area Trail Riding Promotion Near Central & Eastern Kane County: At Your Leisure (AYL) will record a TV episode on the location of one of the 360 Trails that have been recorded near Central or Eastern Kane County. The episode will air on KUTV4 and after it airs, eight 30-second advertisements will be shown twice a week. | UT/AZ ATV Club | $13,675.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 33 | Butch Cassidy OHV Trail Connector Feasibility Study: Funding to conduct a study on the feasibility of connecting the Piute OHV trail extension and the Butch Cassidy Boyhood Home. The proposed feasibility study would include route alternative analysis and recommend the best route alternative based on property ownership, NEPA, public safety, and cost. | Piute County | $13,700.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 34 | Trails Equipment – Side By Side: Purchase an SxS to carry equipment and make it easier for volunteers to access harder-to-reach areas. | Emery County Travel Bureau | $28,500.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 35 | Trails Equipment – Trailers, Signs & Tablets: Purchase of a trailer to pull behind their SxS in order to carry equipment. In addition, funding would be used to purchase tablets and signage. | Emery County Travel Bureau | $8,100.00 | $4,850.00 |
| 36 | Color County OHV Trail Maintenance Shop: Purchase of a prefabricated shop that will be located on county property. The shop will allow county employees a place to work on OHV trail supplies and equipment used to maintain their trail systems. | Iron County | $14,730.00 | $12,230.00 |
| 37 | Garfield County Trails System Maintenance: Funding will assist in hiring a full-time, seasonal equipment operator to focus solely on OHV trail maintenance within the county. | Garfield County | $25,000.00 | $12,500.00 |
| Total | $656,981.00 | $423,901.00 |
OHV Recreation Grant FY21 Q2 – October
| # | October 2020 | Sponsor | Total Project Value | Requested OHVR Funding |
| 1 | 360 OHV Trail Mapping of the Sanpitch Mountains: Funding will be utilized to create 360 video trail mapping of approximately 115 miles of OHV routes on the Sanpitch mountain range. The applicant would be following the existing structure that Utah State Parks & Recreation OHV Program has already established. | Sanpete County Travel & Economic Development | $7,000.00 | $6,300.00 |
| 2 | Color County OHV Trail Maintenance: Funding will go towards purchasing and installing wood rail fencing at the Lower Bear Valley Trailhead, two OHV helmets with communication capabilities, a UTV cab enclosure, snowblower accessories for a skid steer, and miscellaneous trail maintenance supplies. In addition, Iron County intends to purchase and install a trail navigation system to aid in trail development and maintenance. | Iron County | $20,532.00 | $11,300.00 |
| 3 | Uintah County Trails: Purchase of a 2021 Polaris RZR4 XP1000 Sport and a single axle trailer for hauling the side-by-side to replace the county’s part-time Trail Coordinators personal machine. This machine and trailer will be utilized to develop and maintain the Uintah County Trails System. | Uintah County | $21,600.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 4 | Strike Ravine Trail Signage: Funding is intended to assist with the installation of information kiosks at the four entrances of private land, trail markers, and the placement of proper signage dictating where the public can operate legally. | San Juan County Road Department | $7,147.00 | $5,231.00 |
| 5 | Wellington OHV Trail – Phase 2: The second phase of this project consists of purchasing and installing privacy fencing for a trail that is located alongside residential homes. | Wellington City | $21,460.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 6 | Statewide OHV Volunteer Trail Tools: The purchase of shovels, handsaws, pickaxes, and chainsaw safety items to assist with fast and efficient project completion. These tools would be used by the OHV Program’s Trail Host volunteers. | Utah OHV Program | $25,000.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 7 | Participation in Utah – Forest Plan Revisions: Funding will be used to assist with the Manti-La Sal Forest Plan by providing quality input based on thorough analysis and fieldwork. RwR intends to work with the Manti-La Sal National Forest in order to influence and lay the groundwork for a balanced subsequent Forest Plan. | Ride with Respect (RwR) | $18,400.00 | $11,200.00 |
| Total | $121,139.00 | $71,531.00 |
OHV Recreation Grant FY21 Q1 – July
| # | July 2020 | Sponsor | Total Project Value | Requested OHVR Funding |
| 1 | Sanpitch Mountain OHV Trailhead & Access Improvements: Create an aggregated trailhead parking lot west of the town of Wales, Utah, and the addition of tread material on the Wales Canyon road near the trailhead. | Sanpete Travel & Economic Development | $16,000.00 | $8,170.00 |
| 2 | Kiosk Grant 4 Locations – Sevier County: The installation and rehabilitation of four kiosks in Sevier County. Locations include the Koosharem town center, which already has an existing kiosk that needs work. Richfield Visitor Center, the construction of a kiosk. Saul’s Meadow, the construction of a kiosk with a map and safety rules at trailhead PST 66. Lastly, the Richfield KOA is set to install a new sign with map and safety rules at an existing kiosk. | Paiute Trail Committee | $8,458.00 | $4,299.00 |
| 3 | 360 OHV Trail Mapping: Funding will be utilized to create 360 video trail mapping of three trails in Piute County. The applicant would be following the existing structure that Utah State Parks & Recreation OHV Program has already established. | Piute County | $11,076.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 4 | Trails Equipment: The purchase of a 24’ gooseneck trailer to mobilize the county’s trail cat and OHV. In addition, this request is to fund the purchase of approximately 30 culverts and miscellaneous hand tools/equipment. | Emery County Travel Bureau | $15,500.00 | $7,750.00 |
| Total | $51,034.00 | $30,719.00 |
OHV Recreation Grant FY20 Q4 – April
| # | April 2020 | Sponsor | Total Project Value | Requested OHVR Funding |
| 1 | Trail Maintenance Position: Funds to hire a seasonal trail maintenance worker from July 1st-October 31st, 2020. This seasonal will be tasked with repairing and replacing trail signage and kiosks as well as trailhead and restroom maintenance in Tooele County. | Tooele County Trails | $20,270.00 | $8,750.00 |
| 2 | Ride for Life Rally – Part 2: Purchase of a 24′ enclosed trailer, a trailer wrap, porta-potties, and fire extinguishers for the Ride for Life Rally. | Utah ATV Association | $17,000.00 | $11,400.00 |
| 3 | Color County OHV Trail Maintenance / Mapping: Planning and design for proposed new trail construction, mapping route changes for existing trail segments, maintenance, and repair of cattleguards and fences. The proposed work will keep the trail system up to date and help visitors maneuver the trails properly. | Iron County | $24,793.00 | $12,500.00 |
| Total | $62,063.00 | $32,650.00 |
OHV Recreation Grant FY20 Q3 – January
| # | January 2020 | Sponsor | Total Project Value | Requested OHVR Funding |
| 1 | OHV Related Incidents SAR Operations: The purchase of a new motorcycle, matching funds will be used to purchase a second motorcycle. These motorcycles will be utilized in OHV rescue operations and will replace the two borrowed 1996 motorcycles so they can be returned to the Utah Division of State Parks & Recreation. | Emery County Sheriff’s Office SAR | $9,506.00 | $4,753.00 |
| 2 | West Paiute Trail Improvements: Installation of three picnic tables, three interpretive panels, and one kiosk along the Bear Hollow, Paradise, and White Pine areas on the Paiute Trail. | Paiute Trail Committee | $11,877.00 | $5,500.00 |
| 3 | Paiute, Gooseberry & Great Western Trail Data Collection: The purchase of 22 trail counters which would replace the old ones that have been used on the Paiute trail for the last 10-15 years. | Paiute Trail Committee | $10,240.00 | $5,000.00 |
| 4 | Poison Spider Trailhead Improvements: Paving the entrance to Poison Spider trailhead to improve access and reduce maintenance. In addition, this proposal would fund the improvement of drainage along the trailhead entrance road as well as paving and striping the parking lot. | Bureau of Land Management – Moab Field Office | $37,500.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 5 | Improvements to the Badlands Trail System & Others: Offset the expenses of volunteers as well as the purchase of trail signage, stickers, and hardware. | Utah OHV Advocates | $14,000.00 | $8,000.00 |
| 6 | Ride For Life Rally (Original request for $12,500.00): The purchase of a trailer for the Ride for Life Rally, secure booth space, shade umbrellas, tables, grill, coolers, develop website content, and items for the event. This proposal was reduced by $1,900 because the Council did not feel comfortable recommending the funding of the sponsor’s permit insurance. | Utah ATV Association | $17,000.00 | $10,600.00 |
| 7 | Color County OHV Trail Maintenance – 2020: Improve trail safety and signage along specific sections of trails on the Markagunt, Parowan Gap, Old West, and the North Hill trail. 72” blade attachment to clear brush and vegetation. | Iron County | $10,662.00 | $8,490.00 |
| 8 | Piute EMS OHV Educational Video Series: Contract with At Your Leisure to create 2 EMS education videos. These two videos will be shown on At Your Leisure, ABC 4, and DNR social media. | Piute County | $13,000.00 | $12,000.00 |
| 9 | Garfield County Trail Maintenance (Original request for $12,300.00): Purchase trail maintenance equipment that will be used by local OHV clubs. This proposal was reduced by $800 because the Council did not feel comfortable recommending the purchase of 10 trail cameras and felt it was a law enforcement issue. | Garfield County | $23,000.00 | $11,500.00 |
| 10 | PLEAA Trail Maintenance Trailers: Purchase of two 50-inch trailers and one regular trailer to provide better access to equipment when maintaining recreational areas. | Public Lands Equal Access Alliance (PLEAA) | $31,748.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 11 | 360 OHV Trail Mapping: Creating 360 video trail mapping of four trails in Sanpete County. The applicant would be following the existing structure that Utah State Parks & Recreation OHV Program has already established. Four Trails: – Ephraim Loop – Mt. Pleasant Loop – Manti Loop – Palisade State Park Loop |
Sanpete County | $14,000.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 12 | Moab Tools, Transportation, & Trail Hosting: This proposal would fund two items that were approved by an RTP grant from 2017, but which had to be substituted because of the Buy American Act. The project would also fund another two years of trail hosting for Ride with Respect volunteers. | Ride with Respect (RwR) | $22,000.00 | $12,500.00 |
| Total | $214,533.00 | $115,843.00 |
OHV Recreation Grant FY20 Q2 – October
| # | October 2019 | Sponsor | Total Project Value | Requested OHVR Funding |
| 1 | Radio System for Utah County OHV Emergency Response Vehicle: The purchase and installation of a dual-band Motorola APX 8500 radio with a build-in waterproof case to shield it from the elements. | Utah County Sheriff Emergency Services | $11,000.00 | $5,500.00 |
| 2 | Color County OHV Trail Equipment Attachments: Procure skid steer attachments for OHV trailhead and trail maintenance throughout the year. These attachments include brush cutters for general maintenance and the posthole auger will be used to install kiosks at designated trailheads and parking lots. | Iron County | $9,052.00 | $8,452.00 |
| 3 | OHV Related Incidents SAR Operations: The purchase of a new motorcycle, matching funds will be used to purchase a second motorcycle. These motorcycles will be utilized in OHV rescue operations and will replace the two borrowed 1996 motorcycles so they can be returned to the Utah Division of State Parks & Recreation. | Emery County Sheriff’s Office SAR | $9,578.00 | $4,789.00 |
| 4 | Storage and Transport Trailer for OHV Event Seating & Equipment: The purchase of a 27-30′ enclosed trailer for storage and transportation of seating and equipment to and from events. The Piute Chamber will allow other organizations hosting OHV events to utilize the trailer and its content when it is not in use. | Piute Chamber of Commerce | $17,000.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 5 | Wayfinding Signs for Piute Trail: Purchase of 40+ various wayfinding signs along the Piute trail. These wayfinding signs will be more than typical trail markers and will consist of distance markers, throttle down and speed limit signs. | Piute County | $16,532.00 | $12,500.00 |
| Total | $63,162.00 | $43,741.00 |
OHV Recreation Grant FY20 Q1 – July
| # | July 2019 | Sponsor | Total Project Value | Requested OHVR Funding |
| 1 | OHV Trail Maintenance & Protection Equipment: The purchase of tools and equipment for various clubs and organizations to check out for trail maintenance and protection projects. | Utah OHV Advocates | $16,460.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 2 | White Pine Trailhead Restroom: Funding the purchase of a single-stall vaulted toilet to accommodate the growing number of visitors. | Tooele County Trails | $25,000.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 3 | Sand Mountain OHV Trail Marking & Kiosk Installation: Erection of five kiosks and the creation of a comprehensive trail marking system. Four kiosks will be placed at primary entrance points and a fifth kiosk will be at a commonly used composting toilet. Permanent signs and templates will be created for clarity and marking connector trails. | Utah Public Lands Alliance (UPLA) | $16,600.00 | $8,650.00 |
| 4 | Wellington City OHV Trail Connector: Material to create a safe and scenic connector trail for the community and tourists. This trail will allow easy access to iconic locations and ensure riders stay on the established route. | Wellington City | $45,000.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 5 | American Fork Canyon Trail Maintenance: The purchase of tools and equipment for BOAR to utilize when maintaining and repairing various locations in American Fork Canyon. The bulk of the funding will be used to create 4 “kits” for volunteers to use on projects and some money will be put towards signage. | Backcountry Off-road Adventure Rally (BOAR) | $25,000.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 6 | Ticaboo OHV Mapping Project: The creation and printing of an overview map and eight individual day-use trail maps in color. These maps would provide guidance for the increasing number of OHV users visiting and would cover areas between Lake Powell, Hanksville, Capitol Reef, and trails East of Hite. | Ticaboo Town | $20,064.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 7 | Piute Chamber of Events / Paiute Trail Jamboree: The purchase of a portable PA system, the construction of a portable stage, and the promotion of the event through magazines and reading other material. These purchases would go to assist in better accommodating guests while increasing exposure and the number of people attending. | Piute Chamber of Commerce | $25,000.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 8 | Paiute & Gooseberry Infrastructure Improvements 2020: On a trail-by-trail basis, Fishlake National Forest would construct twenty-five barriers and five cattle guards to allow for increased size limitations on width-restricted trails. | Fishlake National Forest | $20,000.00 | $10,000.00 |
| Totals | $193,124.00 | $93,650.00 |
OHV Recreation Grant FY20 – Annual
| # | FY20 – Annual | Sponsor | Total Project Value | Annual Funding |
| 1 | Paiute Trail Maintenance – 2021: Maintenance and management of the entire Paiute, Great Western, Gooseberry, and associated trail systems. Maintenance includes trail signage, logging, brushing, rock removal, tread repair, and water diversion. Cattle guards, barriers, and bridges will also be installed and maintenance of existing structures will also occur along 24 trails and trailheads. | Fishlake National Forest | $182,500.00 | $90,000.00 |
| 2 | Trail Cat for Trail Development & Maintenance: Purchase of a multi-purpose trail cat with associated implements and trailer. The equipment will be managed and maintained by the Garfield County Trails Association. | Garfield County | $153,017.00 | $113,017.00 |
| 3 | OHV Obstruction Removal: Removal of large rock slides which closed access to the Big Ridge ATV Network from North Hatch Canyon. | Garfield County | $45,000.00 | $40,000.00 |
| 4 | Wayne County Trails Project: Purchase of an ATV, tools, and an enclosed trailer to assist in gathering trail information which will be used to develop and comprehensive Wayne County Trails Map for the public. | Wayne County | $23,000.00 | $15,000.00 |
| 5 | OHV Trail Crew: Funding will be used to hire two seasonal employees to work on a statewide OHV trail crew that will help assist agencies and partners complete trail work. | Utah OHV Program | $70,000.00 | $35,000.00 |
| 6 | Bumble Bee OHV Trail Planning & Equipment Purchase: Purchase of a skid steer to assist with the maintenance of the entire Color County OHV Trail system. Establishment of the Bumble Bee trail segments and the development and printing of OHV trail brochures for the Old West, North Hills, and Markagunt trails. | Iron County | $78,375.00 | $35,000.00 |
| 7 | Bobcat for Trail Development & Maintenance: Purchase of a multi-purpose trail cat with associated implements and trailer. The equipment will be managed and maintained by the Garfield County Trails Association. | Garfield County | $138,500.00 | $103,580.00 |
| 8 | Butch Cassidy Boyhood Home / OHV Trailhead Parking Lot: Removal of existing fencing to allow for an expansion and the installation of an asphalt surface to allow for easy maintenance. Installation of a trailhead kiosk | Garfield & Piute County | $166,240.00 | $80,000.00 |
| 9 | 2021 Uinta-Wasatch-Cache Motorized Program Grant: Completing maintenance on priority motorized trails across the U-W-C National Forest. This will include both single-track and OHV routes in five zones. Maintenance includes reroutes, trail construction, improved trail signage, and information available at kiosks. The purchase of a new snowmobile, trailer, and safety gear to allow for field presence during winter months. | Uinta-Wasatch Cache National Forest | $191,500.00 | $121,500.00 |
| 10 | Marysvale, Paiute Trailheads Parking & Restroom at Two Locations: Create designated parking for OHV riders on the Paiute ATV Trail system in Marysvale. The addition of two vault toilets at the West and East Trailhead with road signage directing traffic to these trailheads. | Marysvale Town | $171,450.00 | $115,634.00 |
| 11 | Rock-Crawling Pickup Truck for OHV Trail Work Around Moab: Funds would be used to provide a base truck, custom fabrication, and installation of a carport to assist with scaling large obstacles and the ability to transport up to a few thousand pounds of tools and materials. | Ride with Respect (RwR) | $106,214.00 | $69,982.00 |
| 12 | Participating in Bureau of Land Management Travel Management Plans: Ensure OHV participation as the BLM begins implementing its 2017 settlement agreement with the Plaintiffs and the Defendant-Intervenors. | Ride with Respect (RwR) | $52,000.00 | $30,000.00 |
| Total | $1,377,796.00 | $848,713.00 |
Available Grants
Four Year Overview
OHV Recreation Grant FY23 Q2 – Spring
OHV Recreation Grant FY23 Q1 – Summer
Three Year Overview
OHV Recreation Grant FY22 Q4 – April
OHV Recreation Grant FY22 Q3 – January
OHV Recreation Grant FY22 Q2 – October
OHV Recreation Grant FY22 Q1 – July
Two Year Overview
OHV Recreation Grant FY21 Q4 – April
OHV Recreation Grant FY21 Q3 – January
OHV Recreation Grant FY21 Q2 – October
OHV Recreation Grant FY21 Q1 – July
OHV Recreation Grant FY20 Q4 – April
OHV Recreation Grant FY20 Q3 – January
OHV Recreation Grant FY20 Q2 – October
OHV Recreation Grant FY20 Q1 – July
OHV Recreation Grant FY20 – Annual
OHV Recreation Grant FY23 Q2 – Spring
| # | FY23 Q2 – Spring | Sponsor | Total Project Cost |
Requested OHVR Funding |
| 1 | Grand County Sheriff’s Office OHV Education and SAR Assistance: OHV use has increased in the state of Utah, which has created a unique situation for our community as Grand County has over 3000 miles of Off-Road trails that entice these vehicles to explore their public land. GCSO intends to purchase new UTVs and equipment which will be used for OHV Educational purposes, Search and Rescue missions, and the overall protection of our trails and public lands. With 133 search and rescues in 2022, GCSO has identified the need for this equipment to better serve the community and its visitors. | Grand County Government | $60,323.12 | $44,323.00 |
| 2 | SAR Hagglund & Trailer: The Uintah County Search and Rescue will use the Hagglund Unit when responding to calls that occur in remote and rugged locations. This machine will allow the search and rescue team to safely travel through extreme weather and near impassable terrain, including snow, mud, and water locations. | Uintah County | $214,956.50 | $150,000.00 |
| 3 | Paunsaugunt Roads Management: Properly sign and identify trails and roads associated with the Paunsaugaunt trail system and surrounding area to be more user-friendly. To build 3 informational kiosks that will help OHV and dispersed camping users in the Paunsaugaunt area travel and use trails and roads in accordance with the Forest Service travel management plan. Monitor that use in order to prevent resource damage and keep areas open to future users. | Dixie National Forest | $96,120.00 | $43,000.00 |
| 4 | Rescue on the Rocks – Moab BLM Rangers Seek New, Upgraded UTV: The BLM-Moab Field Office Ranger team is seeking to replace a heavily used and dated UTV currently in use. BLM Rangers in the Moab area respond to a high number of OHV-related SAR calls due to the popularity of Moab as an OHV destination and the difficulty of the trails. A new UTV with upgraded equipment and features that can meet the demand of the Moab area trails will improve the Rangers’ ability to respond to and assist with OHV-related SAR incidents. This will provide a great benefit to public land OHV users by increasing response times and access capabilities during SAR incidents. | Bureau of Land Management – Moab Field Office |
$45,000.00 | $32,500.00 |
| 5 | Utility Tractor (Originally requested $113,000): JROHV is wanting to purchase a utility tractor for grooming the tracks and/or hauling mulch, mowing, and snow removal, etc. With how busy the park is, having an extra tractor will give us the ability to prep more tracks.
The OHV Advisory Council proposed a $50,000 increment to the applicant’s request as they believed that the initial amount was insufficient for completing the project. However, the recommendation did not involve an increase in the applicant’s matching funds. |
Jordan River OHV Center | $200,850.00 | $163,000.00 |
| 6 | Manti-La Sal National Forest Motorized Single Track Maintenance: The Manti-La Sal National Forest, Ferron Ranger District has a motorcycle trail system that is composed of nine single-track trails. These trails require yearly maintenance including timber removal, yearly growth, and erosion protection. | Manti-La Sal National Forest Ferron Ranger District | $30,626.00 | $22,198.00 |
| 7 | Emery County Trail Excavator: Emery County has a thriving trails committee and crew. In the last year alone our crew was able to maintain over 80 miles of motorized trails alongside local public land managers. It is our hope to expand this program by purchasing new equipment that will make our crew more effective. | Emery County | $182,320.00 | $122,320.00 |
| 8 | Ashley National Forest Mini Excavator Purchase: The Ashley National Forest requests additional funding for the purchase of a Mini Excavator with its associated attachments, to support its growing OHV Program, trail network, and users. This piece of equipment would be used to maintain and improve the OHV trail systems in the Vernal and Flaming Gorge Ranger Districts of the Ashley National Forest. | Ashley National Forest | $110,000.00 | $60,000.00 |
| 9 | Grand County Search and Rescue Winter Vehicle Refresh: Grand County Search and Rescue is continuing an effort to refresh our aging winter rescue equipment with the purchase of two snowmobiles to replace/supplement our twenty-year-old snowmobiles and one argo to allow for passenger/patient transport out of winter terrain. | Grand County Search and Rescue | $78,600.00 | $58,950.00 |
| 10 | 2024 UWC Dispersed Recreation: This project aims to improve the management of motorized recreation and travel management on roads and routes within the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, with a focus on five key elements. These elements include heavy maintenance, general maintenance, visitor education, installation of route markers and junction signs, and having the right equipment to do the work. This project will take place in Wasatch, Summit, Weber, Juab, Utah, Cache, Rich, and Tooele counties. | Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest | $481,398.00 | $341,898.00 |
| 11 | Coral Pink Sand Dunes Trail Machine: To replace our UTV for operations in the park and patrolling the dunes and trails around the park. We will also use this machine to assist Kane County with SAR calls as we have several times in the past. We would like to request a Honda Pioneer 1000-5 Deluxe to help with the everyday operations of Coral Pink Sand Dunes. | Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park | $34,220.00 | $24,970.00 |
| 12 | Behind Wild Horse Butte Signage: We would like a wooden three-paneled kiosk at the beginning of road B7217/EM4030. This kiosk would include tread lightly signage, road conditions, stay on designated roads, safety precautions, and a map of the area. We would also like some carsonite posts and stickers for the area as well as another smaller kiosk for the opposite side of this road. | Goblin Valley State Park | $3,067.79 | $1,759.00 |
| 13 | Sand Hollow & SITLA Maintenance: The project is to help access trails to help with Trail management. The project is to help aid in efforts to get to the trails by motorbike that is at times impassable by other OHVs. The motorbike would help an individual get to the trails to pick up trash, look for washed-out roads after heavy rainfall, upkeep signage, and trail status due to heavy use. | Utah State Parks | $10,738.07 | $4,999.00 |
| 14 | Wayne County Trail Maintenance & Construction (Originally requested $69,300): Wayne County is proposing the purchase of a New Holland Model # C332 (skid steer) w/attachments to implement reconstruction, and repairs to trail access roads and OHV trails that have experienced extensive flood damage, and in some instances neglect, some to the extent that access and safe travel has been severely reduced or inaccessible. Wayne County has many areas that are adjacent to and or connect to other major trail systems, i.e. Piute Trails, Piute County, and Big Ridge, Garfield County.Due to a mathematical error, the OHV Advisory Council suggested increasing the applicant’s request and total project cost by $595. |
Wayne County | $131,907.00 | $69,895.00 |
| 15 | Utah Division of Wildlife SAR Assist in Bullfrog: Utah’s Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR) is working to acquire a side-by-side for the Bullfrog district that can be used to provide support to local search and rescue (SAR) operations, as well as statewide support by DWR. DWR officers already assist their county, state, and federal SAR efforts, but this SAR side-by-side will allow DWR Officers to provide a higher level of support on those operations. This side-by-side will provide support to SAR teams in Kane, Wayne, Garfield, and San Juan counties, as well as local Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Park Rangers, DNR Outdoor Recreation Rangers, National Park Service Rangers and Bureau of Land Management Rangers. | Division of Wildlife Resources | $33,902.08 | $16,951.04 |
| 16 | Sevier County Sheriff Office – SAR: The UTV and equipment needed for Sevier County Search and Rescue will serve for emergency vehicle access to the trail systems. This will provide efficient emergency response time for the community that utilizes the trail systems in Sevier County. | Sevier County Sheriff | $60,000.00 | $44,950.00 |
| 17 | Motorized Avalanche Forecasting: The Utah Avalanche Center’s (UAC) Motorized Avalanche Forecasting Project enhances the free, life-saving avalanche and mountain weather forecasts and public safety resources provided to guide the backcountry decision-making and terrain choices of snowmobilers, snowbikers, and other motorized users across Utah. The project supports UAC forecast staffing dedicated to serving motorized users in the Logan, Ogden, Provo, Skyline, and Uinta regions; funds a new weather station in Logan; funds upgrades to existing Uinta weather stations; provides two snowmobile trailers for forecasters to safely travel to and from motorized trailheads; and provides personal protective equipment for forecasters to safely carry out their fieldwork. The implementation of this project allows the UAC to provide more accurate avalanche and mountain weather forecasts for motorized regions by improving the weather data available and helping our staff more safely access the mountains for field observations. | Utah Avalanche Center | $172,210.81 | $128,787.40 |
| 18 | Six-Passenger Side-by-Side for Cache County Sheriff’s Office SAR: A six-passenger side-by-side will be used to efficiently transport people and resources during active searches and for training purposes. A six-passenger side-by-side is a piece of equipment that team members have as a personal resource that the team has used. After seeing the need for such a resource, the Cache County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue would like to add this tool to our organization to respond better and provide the services we can in the safest manner possible. | Cache County | $34,316.00 | $18,316.00 |
| 19 | Helper City – Search and Rescue Equipment: Search and rescue come into play during emergency situations to help hurt or injured people. Unlike other first responders, such as emergency medical technicians (EMTs), search and rescue professionals help people trapped in unique environments or situations, including natural disasters and specifically difficult terrain. This request is to purchase an off-highway vehicle (OHV) and trailer to transport the OHV to locations where search and rescue are required. | Helper City | $44,214.00 | $33,160.50 |
| 20 | Picnic Tables for Garfield County OHV Trails: The Garfield County Rough Riders OHV Club will be installing 5 aluminum picnic tables at various locations across Garfield County. The tables will be placed at new locations along different OHV trails. Currently identified locations for the tables will be Powell Point, Top of Clear Creek Canyon, and Smith Canyon. | Garfield County | $6,887.00 | $4,344.00 |
| 21 | Color Country OHV Trail Supplies and Maintenance 2023-2024 (Originally requested $94,206.70): The project consists of trail repairs (flooding, trimming, signage, etc.), supporting equipment (trailer and OHV), and seasonal work for the Color Country OHV Trail System. It also includes continued work on creating virtual trail mapping by a GIS contractor and sufficient resources to replace equipment and supplies for trail maintenance (PPE, tools, etc.)
The OHV Advisory Council advised re-allocating the funding for the applicant by moving their matching funds to the request and relocating an ineligible request to the matching funds. This change did not alter the total project cost. |
Iron County | $125,674.70 | $89,896.70 |
| 22 | Helmet Project: Paiute Helmet project provides helmets to youth in 6 county areas of south-central Utah. Helmets are distributed via cooperating law enforcement officers who encounter youth riding OHVs without proper headgear. Tickets may be issued, but then the certificate is given to youth to acquire helmets at participating dealerships that sell helmets. The objective is to get kids into helmets while riding or operating MCs and ATVs. | Paiute Trail Committee | $29,995.30 | $22,500.00 |
| 23 | Moab Motorized Trail Ambassador Program: Moab is known nationwide as an OHV destination, and the use of the motorized trail system has been increasing steadily over the past decade. Education about minimum impact behaviors in the desert environment is crucial to maintaining the trails, the landscape, and a sustainable economy centered on outdoor recreation.
The Grand County Active Transportation and Trails Department (GCATT) has established a successful Trail Ambassador program for non-motorized user groups that are tailored to local issues. Now the county, with support from local partners, seeks to expand the program to include the growing OHV community. This year, paid part-time Motorized Trail Ambassadors with a background in OHV recreation and knowledge of local trails will educate the public at popular trails and trailheads and provide “preventative SAR” services to improve trail safety. This application requests funding to expand the program by hiring a full-time Motorized Trail Ambassador who can continue to develop the program with the addition of two UTVs and two trailers. |
Grand County Economic Development | $347,527.00 | $256,531.00 |
| 24 | Paving from HWY 7 to Sand Mtn OHV Staging Area & Restroom: The project will pave the sand access road from Hwy 7 (Sand Hollow Road) to the Sand Mountain OHV staging area and the Hurricane City Water Tank. A 2 vault restroom will be installed in the OHV staging area. | Desert Roads and Trail Society | $299,059.03 | $238,949.03 |
| 25 | 2024 Uinta-Wasatch-Cache Motorized Trails Program: This project goal is to improve the overall management of motorized trails on the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest by focusing on four key elements. These elements are heavy maintenance, general maintenance, visitor education/information, and obtaining appropriate equipment to complete project goals. | Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest | $453,000.00 | $334,000.00 |
| 26 | Woodland Bypass: The 22mile long Woodland/Francis trail in Wasatch County is known as one of the most beautiful and challenging trails in Utah. Unfortunately, the current road that currently connects this trail into a loop is illegal for non-licensed OHV-registered vehicles to use and users can be ticketed and fined for using this road. | Western Singletrack Alliance | $461,890.60 | $383,211.00 |
| 27 | Millard County OHV Search and Rescue Trailer and Equipment: The Search and Rescue unit of the Millard County Sheriff’s Office, is seeking grant funding to purchase a trailer and associated rescue equipment for our specially equipped Search and Rescue UTV unit. The trailer and equipment will improve the mobility of the SAR UTV resulting in decreased response times and an increase in the SAR unit’s response area and capabilities. | Millard County Sheriff’s Office | $24,540.73 | $18,405.55 |
| 28 | Parker Mountain Signing Project: This project will provide and install trail signage on the newly approved Parker Mountain trail system, a sister system to the Paiute Trail. Signage will include trail numbers, trail direction indicators, trail difficulty ratings, and trail logo. | Paiute Trail Committee | $32,145.04 | $8,250.00 |
| 29 | Improvements to the Badlands Trail System & Others: Improvements to trails in Duchesne County (Badlands), Garfield County(Ticaboo/Hanksville) and San Juan County (Blanding/Bluff) | Utah OHV Advocates | $17,990.00 | $12,000.00 |
| 30 | Green River, Yokey Bottom OHV Destination Interpretive Kiosk: Yokey Bottom is part of the Tumbleweed Geyser loop that is approximately 15 miles from Green River City. This is part of the Green River OHV trail system. It is accessed by motorcycles, OHVs, and high-clearance machines.
Initially, the applicant lacked matching funds for the project, which is a requirement for obtaining OHVR Grant funds. The OHV Advisory Council supplemented the applicant’s match by $30, thereby increasing the overall project cost. |
Sage Riders Motorcycle Club | $2,019.00 | $1,989.00 |
| 31 | Jordan River OHV Skills Course: As we see the growth of the two wheels off-road trail riding discipline the need for a safe controlled area to practice the required skills riders encounter on the trail is fundamental. The proper approach and use of these trails create longevity and enjoyment for everyone. We propose an Enduro Skills and Riding course, with fencing for rider and spectator safety. | Western Singletrack Alliance | $208,807.80 | $154,090.00 |
| 32 | Manti-La Sal National Forest Trail Dozer Replacement: The Manti-La Sal National Forest North Zone is seeking to replace our 20-year-old SWECO 480 Trail Dozer. After over 2000 operating hours on OHV trails of various challenges and technical levels, our current machine is wearing out. It is starting to incur higher maintenance costs and lost time maintaining trails. We respectfully request grant funds to acquire a new Trail Dozer, using our current one for trade. The Forest Service will continue to pay for a full-time operator. | Manti-La Sal National Forest Ferron Ranger District | $144,535.00 | $134,535.00 |
| 33 | Bridge Replacement on the High Desert Trail: Beaver County is going to remove the old bridge that goes across the river below the spillway and put in a new bridge system that is wide enough for larger OHVs to cross. Our current bridge is too narrow for most off-highway vehicles to use, thus causing them to travel out onto the highway. | Beaver County | $133,590.70 | $103,330.70 |
| 34 | Emery County Search and Rescue Response OHVs: 2 OHVs to be used by the Emery County Search and Rescue. To help injured and lost People the Emery County and surrounding areas. | Emery County Search and Rescue | $52,586.76 | $30,731.76 |
| 35 | 2023 Emery County Trails Crew: Emery County has a very active trail crew/committee. In 2022 our crew maintained over 80 miles of motorized trails, in collaboration with local land management agencies. Our crew prior to 2022 was working on a volunteer basis only. Thankfully, through Utah Outdoor Recreation Grant programs we were able to start providing them with a small amount of compensation. The hope was to avoid burn-out and continue to ensure the great work they were doing along with the vital partnerships the program has created with land managers. It is our hope to continue this program and continue to provide them with compensation/pay. We would like to request help paying for their time and efforts in 2023 and 2024. | Emery County Travel Bureau | $27,500.00 | $14,400.00 |
| 36 | Daggett County Search and Rescue Equipment: The sponsor intends to use this grant to purchase 2 ATVs and a trailer to enhance the County’s ability to provide SAR services throughout our remote areas where OHV use and visitation has increased. | Daggett County | $32,943.73 | $24,600.00 |
| 37 | 2024 UWC Winter Motorized Grant: This project involves acquiring new equipment to provide a presence in the forest in areas where winter recreation activities are prevalent. This presence will provide the public with safe and reliable information on the conditions they may encounter while recreating the forest during the winter season. Additionally, part of the project will provide groomed access to various areas of the Forest. | Uinta-Wasatch Cache National Forest | $203,500.00 | $125,000.00 |
| 38 | Mary Cashem Canyon Fence: Uintah County’s application for an Access Protection Grant is to acquire the materials needed to construct a one-mile fence along the Mary Cashem Canyon Road (a Class D public road). Access to this road has been in jeopardy as a private landowner is questioning its validity as a County road.
In 2023, Simplot filed a quiet title lawsuit against Uintah County regarding the Mary Cashem Canyon Road. The Mary Cashem Canyon Road has been disputed by SF Phosphates (part of the J.R. Simplot Company) for over ten years, whether or not it’s a County road. Simplot has locked gates on the road closing off access to the scenic trail system and the Ashely National Forest. Uintah County and Simplot have agreed that if Uintah County provides the fencing materials, Simplot will provide the labor to install and maintain the fence. With the fencing in place, Simplot has also agreed to keep access to the road open to the public. |
Uintah County | $28,992.00 | $13,152.00 |
| 39 | Tread Lightly! Recreation Ethics Education Program: Tread Lightly! is requesting funding to support a Utah-specific program manager who will operate a state-wide outdoor recreation ethics and stewardship program. The program manager will implement all aspects of the program including public outreach, development and dissemination of educational materials, event attendance, and stewardship project execution. | Tread Lightly! | $280,000.00 | $176,000.00 |
| 40 | Iron County SAR Drone Purchase: Drones have rapidly become a staple of Search and Rescue Teams worldwide. They provide Teams with some of the capabilities of a helicopter at a fraction of the cost, quicker, and with less risk to flight personnel. The Iron County Sheriff Search and Rescue Drone Program will provide the rescue team with aerial data of large areas, which provides the ability to expedite the process of finding and extricating missing and injured persons. It can provide live footage to the Incident Command to aid in better decision-making and the ability to rapidly adjust response actions. Drones will allow us to identify obstacles and hazards for searchers afoot, OHVs, and landing zones for helicopters. | Iron County Sheriff Search & Rescue | $33,848.00 | $21,000.00 |
| 41 | Beaver Mountain Fencing Project to Protect Seedlings: A buck and rail fence will be installed to border a reforestation project area, near the Beaver Mountain Ski Resort. This fence will allow for this popular snowmobile area to remain open for use. The newly planted seedlings will be protected from damage, while snowmobile use will be allowed to continue. | School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration | $30,311.30 | $17,614.50 |
| 42 | SJC Trail Maintenance (Originally requested $211,618): San Juan County Trail repairs caused by flood damage in the fall of 2022. There are over 100 miles of major damage caused by long-term drought followed by flooding.
The OHV Advisory Council proposed replacing the applicant’s request of $23,941 for a drone, intended for trail work, with a request for a trailer that costs $12,000. At the applicant’s request, the Advisory Council excluded the drone from the overall project expenses. |
San Juan County Road Department | $244,677.00 | $199,677.00 |
| 43 | SAR Side-by-Side: The Uintah County Search and Rescue will use the Polaris Side-by-Side when responding to calls in the county’s 4,500 square mile jurisdiction. This unit is a vital tool to use during searches when locating injured or stranded persons in rugged and remote areas. Search and Rescues’ current fleet includes only two side-by-sides that are deployed together on each call. The new side-by-side will allow multiple teams to respond to calls simultaneously and will provide added space to transport equipment, volunteers, and rescued individuals. | Uintah County | $29,428.40 | $20,500.00 |
| 44 | Weber County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue Response Vehicle: To obtain a UTV for a rapid response to OHV and Snowmobile incidents in Weber County. This equipment will primarily benefit the recreationists in the Monte Cristo Recreation complex and other areas of Weber County. This equipment will allow us to respond rapidly to the backcountry areas to transport personnel and equipment as well as victims from the scene back to the trailhead for further treatment. | Weber County Sheriff’s Office | $65,825.98 | $43,970.98 |
| 45 | Wasatch Search & Rescue – Drone: WSAR Drone program. Drones will be used to assess scene safety where the deployment of SAR personnel in emergency response situations may be difficult without a view of what the SAR teams are going into. | Wasatch Search & Rescue | $15,570.00 | $11,670.00 |
| 46 | SAR Snowmobiles: The Uintah County Search and Rescue will utilize two new snowmobiles when responding to calls during the winter months in the county’s 4,500 square mile jurisdiction. Snowmobiles are a vital tool to use during searches when locating injured or stranded persons in snow-covered terrain. Search and Rescues’ current fleet includes only three snowmobiles that are deployed together on each call. The new units will allow multiple teams to respond to calls simultaneously and will increase the capacity for additional responders to assist with each incident. | Uintah County | $37,289.80 | $26,000.00 |
| 47 | Moonshine Arch & Wrinkles Trail: Heavy equipment will be used to restore and reopen Moonshine Arch Trail, Wrinkles Road Trail, and the continued maintenance and repairs of all OHV trails in the county. Moonshine Arch Trail is a 25-mile multi-use recreational trail that leads to an 85-foot-long natural sandstone archway. Due to the damaged landscape, Uintah County has closed a portion of this trail. To reopen this portion, a rock barrier will be created to shift the trail away from the arch and allow OHV users to drive to the archway and complete the trail loop without causing damage. The excavator will be used to transport and place large boulders to create a perimeter for OHV-Users. Wrinkles Road Trail runs along the east side of the Green River corridor and drops into the river across from the Sand Wash boat ramp. The last four and a half miles have been washed out from flash flooding and are now an impassable dugway. The skid steer and excavator will be used to repair and stabilize this section of the trail. | Uintah County | $247,734.60 | $189,000.00 |
| 48 | NPS Glen Canyon NRA [Utah] SAR: Expand Search and Rescue access to Utah Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) recreation areas in the National Park Service at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. The Utah areas include Lone Rock lat long 37.01477/-111.54544; Orange Cliffs 38.18797/-11012598 as well the Poison Springs area listed in the overview. All are UT OHV areas. | National Park Service | $66,000.00 | $49,000.00 |
| 49 | Trails Motorcycle (Original request of $5,500): A motorcycle with a chainsaw attachment will enable the Uintah County Trails Coordinator to inventory all existing, non-approved single-track trails in the County and use this information to develop an OHV trail network. The motorcycle will also be used to explore potential areas for new trails and conduct seasonal maintenance, including the clearing of fallen trees and debris with the motorcycle/chainsaw combination.
During the grant discussion, the OHV Advisory Council highlighted the importance of having two motorcycles for trail work and inquired whether the applicant agreed to the additional machine. Therefore, the council suggested a $7,000 increase to the application’s request and budget to accommodate the additional motorcycle. The increased budget did not impact the applicant’s matching funds. |
Uintah County | $14,000.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 50 | WSAR Emergency Response Side-by-Sides: Wasatch SAR – Emergency Response Side-by-Sides. Units include a Medical Bed unit plus 2 units to haul SAR and EMS personnel to a backcountry medical emergency. | Wasatch Search & Rescue | $89,753.00 | $67,314.75 |
| 51 | Wasatch Search & Rescue – SxS (Medbed) Parking Structure: Wasatch SAR – Parking Structure. Single slope structure with shed roof to allow for parking of Side-by-side units so we don’t have to leave out in the weather, especially the sun. | Wasatch Search & Rescue | $53,766.77 | $40,325.08 |
| Total | $5,866,158.61 | $4,226,464.99 |
OHV Recreation Grant FY23 Q1 – Summer
| # | FY23 Q1 – Summer | Sponsor | Total Project Cost |
Requested OHVR Funding |
| 1 | Duchesne County Trail First Aid and Communications Equipment (Original request of $6,450): Duchesne County requests fiscal assistance in the purchase of first aid, navigation, and communication equipment. Specifically, the County requests two, VHF handheld radios; a GPS device, with mounting accessories; and an automated external defibrillator (AED) to store onboard a vehicle for every trip taken. These items are critical to the safe execution of OHV trail development in our region.
This application was reduced by $1,134.80. The OHV Advisory Council did not feel that the County needed an AED for trail work. |
Duchesne County | $6,717.08 | $5,315.20 |
| 2 | Reduce OHV Speed – Keep Marysvale Safe: Reduce speeding, dust, and accidents by placing 3 “Driver Feedback” signs on Marysvale Town roads. The signs will remind ATV/UTV riders of their current speed and encourage them to slow down and drive safely inside Marysvale Town limits. | Town of Marysvale | $10,640 | $7,764 |
| 3 | Peekaboo Multi-use Trailhead Staging Area/Parking Area Expansion: To meet increasing public demand and to alleviate user conflict, the BLM Kanab Field Office proposes to expand the existing Peekaboo multi-use trailhead by approximately 1.6 acres. The project would involve the removal of vegetation, the addition of road base/gravel, and the installation of a double-vault toilet facility and a perimeter fence to protect resources. | Bureau of Land Management | $182,473 | $128,100 |
| 4 | OHV Roads/Trails Mapping: Garfield County would like to update its GIS files on our OHV trails and roads. We would work with SUU or Dave Maxwell to contract the work. Currently, we have several different maps from BLM, Forest Service, Garfield County, NPS, State, and NRA which all have some of the roads but not all in the County. This effort would be to combine all of these maps into a single GIS file which would be maintained by Garfield County and shared as needed with the other entities. This map would document all the roads/trails in the county and be used to maintain and defend access for OHVs. It will also be used to update our OHV maps. | Garfield County | $12,000 | $9,000 |
| 5 | Mini Excavator: Garfield County will purchase a mini excavator and trailer to help remove debris from OHV roads and trails and to repair washouts. | Garfield County | $150,667 | $113,000 |
| 6 | Equipment Operator (Original request for $6,000): Contract with an operator to run equipment seasonally for trail maintenance. Garfield County will provide vehicles and equipment.
The OHV Advisory Council recommended they double the requested amount. This recommendation was made because they felt the original request was too small and felt the project deserved additional funding. |
Garfield County | $20,333 | $12,000 |
| 7 | Search and Rescue Rapid Response EMS UTVs: This project is to give Washington County Sheriff Search and Rescue EMS the capability to rapidly respond to remote ATV, UTV, and Motorcycle accidents in Washington County. The Purpose is to get medical treatment to accident victims as soon as possible. | Washington County Sheriff Search and Rescue | $90,000 | $60,000 |
| 8 | Purchase of OHV for Search and Rescue Response: Purchase a new OHV, associated customizations, and equipment to use in Search and Rescue operations in the Grand County/Moab area. | Grand County Search and Rescue (GCSAR) | $57,730 | $43,297 |
| 9 | Wasatch UTV – Medbed: This UTV is used by Wasatch Search & Rescue to access all OHV trails in Wasatch County. Wasatch County has become a major home for OHV use. This UTV will be located in the Search & Rescue First Response trailer. We have guys on call 24 hours a day to respond to Emergency calls on OHV trails within the county. This UTV will be used to haul SAR personnel and EMTs to an accident scene and haul patients back to the trailhead. | Wasatch County Search & Rescue | $25,887 | $19,415 |
| 10 | Wasatch SAR Medbed UTV: UTV Medical Bed for SAR operations. This is a 6-seat UTV Modified with stokes and backboard used to haul patients injured in the backcountry. Used to evacuate to the ambulance for transport to the Medical Center. | Wasatch County Search & Rescue | $35,750 | $26,813 |
| 11 | Grand County Emergency Medical OHV Access Program: GCEMS wishes to develop an Emergency Medical All Terrain Access Team to increase emergency medical response capability in off-highway areas. This project will greatly improve response times and the capability of emergency medical care on single-track trails and other OHV trails not accessible by ambulance. | Grand County Emergency Medical Services Special Service District | $53,903 | $34,000 |
| 12 | Trails UTV East Side: Garfield County would like to purchase a UTV to help cover roads and trails on the Eastern side of the County. | Garfield County | $37,500 | $28,125 |
| 13 | Color Country OHV Trail Maintenance and Equipment: Project is to provide resources to maintain the Color Country OHV Trail System in Iron County as the past two years floods have left sections of trails in disrepair. Supplies, materials, and equipment needed are for OHV and worker safety, tools, and materials to replace signs, markers, etc. We are also requesting to purchase a trail dozer to repair trails and washouts in steep terrain. The trail dozer may be shared with public land agencies as well. | Iron County | $131,091 | $90,139 |
| 14 | OHVs and swhchs.org: OHVs and swhchs.org is a project to define 40+ miles of OHV Trails on private property, in preparation to convert the OHV Trails to easements to be deeded to Iron County. This grant will confirm the title and property ownership or control, creating GIS Maps, for use by the Cedar City OHV Club to ride and identify and name newly planned trails. These newly planned easements for Iron County will be transferred as part of a larger grant request in the next F.I.G. cycle. | Southwestern Heritage Center Historical Society | $75,000 | $50,000 |
| 15 | Excavator for OHV Trail Work and Trail Hosting around Moab: This project will provide a mini-excavator and off-road trailer to improve motorized trails on BLM, USFS, and state lands in southeast Utah. Also in this area, it will expand the Utah OHV Trail Host program by training and providing stipends for a dozen volunteers to host each month over two years. | Ride with Respect | $147,938 | $73,725 |
| Total | $1,037,629.08 | $700,693.20 |
OHV Recreation Grant FY22 Q4 – April
| # | April 2022 | Sponsor | Total Project Value | Requested OHVR Funding |
| 1 | Ashley National Forest Law Enforcement SAR OHV: Acquisition of a side-by-side (SxS) OHV with a seasonal track system for Search & Rescue use by Law Enforcement on the Ashley National Forest and surrounding public lands. The OHV will be used for weekly patrol of OHV trail systems through the peak OHV season as well as shoulder seasons when mud becomes an issue for access. | Ashley National Forest | $59,135.00 | $44,000.00 |
| 2 | Tread Lightly! Ethics and Safety Education Campaign: Sand Hollow State Park is partnering with Tread Lightly!, Hunt4Prizes.com, and Dana Spicer to provide outdoor recreation ethics and safety education messaging at two-way points of the Sand Hollow Hunt 4 Prizes hunt. | Sand Hollow State Park | $13,500.00 | $4,950.00 |
| 3 | Paiute Trail Maintenance 2023: This project will provide trail maintenance in the form of clearing, brushing, water control, tread maintenance, bridge maintenance, and signing on over 400 miles of the Paiute, Gooseberry, and Great Western Trails. | Fishlake National Forest | $240,500.00 | $130,000.00 |
| 4 | Summit County SAR: SAR teams are called upon to help people who are in potential distress or imminent danger, often going “off-road” to look for those who are missing or feared lost because of accidents, foul play, mental health, or natural disasters. Over 75% of their SAR calls involve an ATV. Since COVID their rescue numbers have increased dramatically, and they need additional ATVs to keep up with the increased call volume. | Summit County | $56,136.00 | $42,102.00 |
| 5 | 2023 Uinta-Wasatch-Cache Motorized Program Grant: This project will support four key elements of the overall management of motorized recreation within the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest. These elements include OHV trail maintenance, trail signage improvements, education/travel management, and having the right equipment to do the work. | Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest | $518,000.00 | $350,000.00 |
| 6 | Purchase of Argo for Winter Backcountry Rescues, Water Access Rescues, and Sand Dune Area Rescues: With the increase in OHV recreation in the Moab area, Grand County Search and Rescue (GCSAR) have been increasingly tasked with the retrieval of stranded and injured OHV operators and other users in the backcountry. An Argo is a versatile wheeled and tracked vehicle capable of traveling over snow, water, and across sand dunes, and is a vehicle that GCSAR does not have at this time but will add to its fleet. | Grand County Search and Rescue | $5,500.00 | $3,250.00 |
| 7 | Duchesne County ATV Trails Equipment: Duchesne County requests funding for the purchase of ATV equipment to support its ongoing OHV trail improvement program. Specifically, the County requests assistance in purchasing two ATVs, an ATV timber utility trailer, a utility trailer to transport equipment, a chainsaw, and ATV safety accessories, to support the expansion of all 50″ ATV trails in the Roosevelt-Duchesne District of the Ashley National Forest to 60″ OHV trails over the next two years. | Duchesne County | $67,500.00 | $50,000.00 |
| 8 | High Desert Trail Head Beaver County, Minersville Lake Park: Beaver County is building a Trailhead for the High Desert Trail in Minersville Lake Park. The Trailhead will consist of a large paved parking area, a restroom facility, a kiosk, and picnic tables. | Beaver County | $217,692.00 | $163,000.00 |
| 9 | Duchesne County Harmston Canyon Trail Connector Environmental Assessment: Duchesne County proposes to fund an environmental assessment (EA) of the Harmston Canyon OHV Connector Trail, a proposed trail segment linking the 19-mile Elkhorn Loop OHV Trail in the Roosevelt Ranger District of the Ashley National Forest. This connection would alleviate pressure from present OHV users concentrated near Tribal land; encourage the use of designated trail loops, and improve regional OHV connectivity as a whole. Following state guidelines, a professional firm would be hired to complete the EA in the summer of 2022. | Duchesne County | $22,000.00 | $16,500.00 |
| Totals | $1,199,963.00 | $803,802.00 |
OHV Recreation Grant FY22 Q3 – January
| # | January 2022 | Sponsor | Total Project Value |
Requested OHVR Funding |
| 1 | San Rafael Swell OHV Campground Improvements, and OHV Route Delineation: The project sponsor intends to use the funding to delineate camping areas, roads, and parking areas in three of their most popular areas frequented by OHV users. The material the applicant intends to purchase will allow the BLM to build approximately 8,000’ of fencing. | Bureau of Land Management – Price Field Office | $45,000.00 | $26,250.00 |
| 2 | Digital Trail Mapping/OHV Purchase: The County intends to use the funding to map and digitalize the most popular OHV routes within their county. The funding for this project will also be used to purchase the county an OHV and enclosed trailer to help maintain and promote their trails. | Juab County Tourism | $67,500.00 | $50,625.00 |
| 3 | Regional OHV Collaboration: The applicant intends to work with Millard and Juab County to promote their OHV trails and create an established OHV destination. The project seeks funding to professionally brand the area and create a guidebook for users. The applicant will also develop a comprehensive plan that will identify all trails, existing and planned, and digitalize those trails. The plan will be used for 3-5 years and will assist with signage and budgeting. | Beaver County | $25,000.00 | $18,750.00 |
| 4 | North Lake Powell Search and Rescue Vehicle & Safety Gear Purchase: The sponsor intends to use the funding to provide and increase SAR services to Eastern Garfield County and North Lake Powell. By purchasing a fully equipped side-by-side, medical kits, radios, etc. The Adventure staff at North Lake Powell Adventures will continue to provide SAR for their community. | Friends of Ticaboo | $38,324.00 | $28,704.00 |
| 5 | Digital Trail Mapping: The County seeks funding to digitally map its most popular OHV routes and roads within the county. Approximately 650 miles of trails and access roads will be mapped with the requested funding. | Millard County | $93,750.00 | $70,000.00 |
| 6 | Blades and Buckets: The project sponsor’s request is to seek funds to rent specialized equipment to maintain single-track trails and purchase a mini excavator to meet the short and long terms needs of the motorized trails on the Arapeen Trail System. | Manti-La Sal National Forest | $85,686.00 | $63,500.00 |
| 7 | Juab County Search and Rescue OHV: This grant intends to replace the county’s existing SAR OHV with a new side-by-side that will be utilized within Juab and Little Sahara OHV recreation areas. | Juab County Search and Rescue | $50,500.00 | $38,000.00 |
| 8 | Willow Springs CCC Camp OHV Destination: The project sponsor’s request is to seek funds to showcase San Rafael Swell’s historic Civilian Conservation Corps. Funding will help build a small parking area overlooking the campsites with two information kiosks. | Emery County Historic Preservation Commission | $4,890.00 | $3,690.00 |
| 9 | OHV Search and Rescue Operations (Original request for $22,206): This grant intends to purchase a four-seat side-by-side and a trailer to enhance the county’s ability to provide SAR services in remote areas where trails and roads are difficult and slow in traveling. The applicant requested additional funding for a trailer to haul the side-by-side. |
Emery County Sheriff’s Office SAR | $42,109.00 | $32,206.00 |
| 10 | Trail Maintenance Equipment (Original request for $17,750): The sponsor intends to use this funding to upgrade their side-by-side with additional trail work-related equipment. In addition, the funds will also be used to purchase an enclosed trailer for multi-day projects. The applicant originally requested funding for a drone. The OHV Advisory Council did not believe the request for a drone met the intent of OHVR. * The applicant has not provided OHV Program staff with an updated budget. The total project cost could change with an updated budget. |
Emery County Public Lands | $24,500.00* | $15,250.00 |
| 11 | The Paiute Trail Branding and Public Education Initiative: Funding for the grant will be used to create and market a uniformly branded voice. In addition, the project sponsor will outsource and work with a company to update their website, manage their social media channels, and educate users with a scripted series of videos that focus on ongoing issues with gates and fences being removed or misused on the Paiute ATV Trail System. | Paiute Trail Committee | $76,000.00 | $56,000.00 |
| 12 | Garfield County Trails UTV: The sponsor’s request is to seek funding to replace their side-by-side to allow for equipment operations and inspecting trails. | Garfield County | $25,500.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 13 | Garfield County Search and Rescue UTV: This grant intends to purchase a new side-by-side to help with their increased OHV usage and SAR requests. The machine will assist with access to remote areas throughout the county. | Garfield County | $25,500.00 | $18,750.00 |
| 14 | Sanpete Search and Rescue SxS & Equipment: The project sponsor intends to purchase a side-by-side as their match and has requested funding to purchase a side-by-side trailer and equipment for the machine to help respond to backcountry incidents within their county. | Sanpete Sheriff’s Department SAR | $42,954.00 | $20,454.00 |
| 15 | Motorized Bureau of Land Management Ranger: The project sponsor intends to use the funding to hire a motorized ranger position to help the Richfield FO inventory and maintain 200+ miles of OHV trails within the Paiute Trail System. | Bureau of Land Management – Richfield Field Office | $54,288.00 | $30,000.00 |
| 16 | Paiute and Great Western Trail Counter Replacement Project: The project sponsor intends to use the funding provided to purchase approximately 20 replacement trail counters and two docking units. | Paiute Trail Committee | $12,320.00 | $9,240.00 |
| 17 | Juab County OHV Patient Faster Access: The project sponsor intends to use the funding provided to purchase six Ebikes with equipment and an enclosed trailer. The Ebikes will be used to access terrain other machines are unable to. The trailer will be used to transport the Ebikes and side-by-side they use for SAR. | Juab County EMS Department | $52,485.00 | $39,363.00 |
| 18 | GIS Support & Equipment – Color County OHV Trails System: The project sponsors intend to use the funding provided to hire a two-month GIS Technician to design interactive maps that will showcase 20 major trails. In addition, the funding will be used to purchase an equipment trailer, side-by-side, and trail supplies to repair and replace outdated or damaged signage. | Iron County | $66,305.00 | $50,052.00 |
| 19 | Wellington OHV Trail Final Phase: The third and final phase of this project will use the funding to finish fencing the remainder of the trails, installing cattleguards, and drainage on the surveyed trail. | Wellington City | $54,000.00 | $39,000.00 |
| 20 | Duchesne County Heavy Equipment Operator Training: The County will oversee the training of seven county employees in the operation of both hydraulic excavators and skid steers. The training will be two days and the course will be taught by the heavy equipment specialist from Wheeler Training Institute in Salt Lake City. | Duchesne County | $23,731.00 | $14,009.00 |
| 21 | Carbon-Emery MX / Carbon County (Original request for $112,560): The first phase of this project intends to maintain their currently unsafe motocross track and upgrade their water system. The fence surrounding the track is old and no longer secure. The applicant and advisory council members requested additional funding because their original request for a water system was not accurate for the work intended. The applicant provided OHV Program staff with an updated budget and additional bids for a water system. |
Carbon County | $210,426.00 | $162,560.00 |
| Total | $1,096,268.00 | $798,903.00 |
OHV Recreation Grant FY22 Q2 – October
| # | October 2021 | Sponsor | Total Project Value |
Requested OHVR Funding |
| 1 | Beaver Main Street Trailhead: The project sponsor intends to use the funding to build a trailhead to provide access to trails in Beaver County as well as the Mineral Mountains. Work entails grading, laying gravel, fencing, installing curbs and gutters, and the installation of three kiosks with maps. | Tushar Mountain ATV Club | $47,483.00 | $37,115.00 |
| 2 | Duchesne County Trail Construction and Maintenance Equipment: The County requires trail equipment as they advance in developing OHV trail networks. The applicant intends to purchase a side by side and trailer to complete immediate and long-term goals. In addition, the funding will be used to purchase trail tools to assist with maintaining and developing their system. | Duchesne County | $34,800.00 | $20,880.00 |
| 3 | BOAR 2022 SLOREX OHV Education: Funding for this project will be used to purchase a booth and vehicle space at the annual Salt Lake Off-road Expo (SLOREX). Their objective is to educate visitors on proper trail etiquette and provide maps and links to legal trail systems. In addition, the project sponsor plans to use the funding to purchase banners, pamphlets, and signage to promote the usage of OHV funds. | Backcountry Offroad Adventure Rally (BOAR) | $6,812.00 | $5,100.00 |
| 4 | Garfield County ATV Maps: Funding for this project will be used to print 24,000 ATV maps (12K for Regions 1 & 2 and 12K for Regions 3 & 4) for their expansive trail system in the county. The maps will be distributed at no cost to the general public, trail guides, OHV groups, etc. | Garfield County | $25,427.00 | $20,000.00 |
| 5 | Piute County Ride Responsibly Campaign: The sponsor’s request is to create a campaign with utah.com to help increase awareness of responsible OHV recreation throughout Piute County. Funding will be used to create a 3 to 4-minute promotional video, a 30-second version, and a 15-second version of the campaign. This project intends to educate visitors on the importance of responsible recreation and Leave No Trace™ principles. | Piute County | $12,000.00 | $10,800.00 |
| 6 | OHV Trail Videos and Interactive Mapping in Uintah County with Utah.com: The sponsor intends to work with Utah.com to create 10 trail videos (6-8 minutes each) that allow the user to understand trail difficulty and obstacles. The video will have a voice-over with the ability to walk the viewer through the trail and talk about safety and what machines are best for the terrain. In addition, utah.com will create interactive maps for all the trails in the project. These maps will feature points of interest that highlight parts of the trail. All material created will be posted on utah.com and the county’s website. | Uintah County | $200,000.00 | $150,000.00 |
| 7 | High Desert Trail and Color County OHV Trail Signage/Maintenance: The High Desert Trail is a proposed OHV trail from Washington County north to Box Elder County. The counties affected by this trail system have partnered with the state, BLM, and Forest Service to identify the routes through each county. The project sponsor has partnered with Beaver County to conduct a cultural analysis to meet compliance. Once the analysis is complete, the remaining funding will go towards signage, trail markers, trailhead kiosks, fencing, and any maintenance necessary. | Iron County | $27,630.00 | $20,420.00 |
| 8 | Daggett County Website Digital Maps for Download: The project sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails and draw in more users. With this funding, the county intends to map three trails. These digital maps created will be integrated into their recreation and tourism sites. Three Trails: – Finch’s Draw – Carter Military Trail – The last trail will be decided at their next Trails Committee |
Daggett County | $14,582.00 | $11,500.00 |
| 9 | Daggett County OHV Advertising and Content Creation and Placement: This grant intends to target key markets that are heavily used by OHV enthusiasts. Promotion and advertisement include blog stories, photos on Pinterest and Instagram, television advertisements for half a year, news stories on local channels, radio broadcasting, social media, photo libraries, and videos. | Daggett County | $70,560.00 | $55,100.00 |
| 10 | Electronic Downloadable Maps for Aurora City: The project sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails and draw in more users. With this funding, the county intends to map three trails. These digital maps created will be integrated into their recreation and tourism sites. Three Trails: – West Willow Creek to Robbins Valley to Beehive Peak to Elsinore – East Willow Creek to Salina Creek to Salina Canyon – Lost Creek to Rex’s Reservoir to Mid Springs to Scorups Meadow |
City of Aurora | $15,195.00 | $12,000.00 |
| 11 | Aurora City Area OHV Trail System Promotional Campaign: This grant intends to target key markets that are heavily used by OHV enthusiasts and to promote a pavilion gathering place intended to be converted into a trailhead for OHV users. Promotion and advertisement include television and radio appearances, social media influence, printed and digital material, along video content. | City of Aurora | $68,734.00 | $50,800.00 |
| 12 | Uintah County Search and Rescue 6×6: The county intends to use the funding to replace their search and rescue side by side with a 2022 CAN-AM 9RNA DEF 6×6 XT. The current machine they deploy on calls is 16 years old and requires constant maintenance and repairs. | Uintah County | $28,000.00 | $18,200.00 |
| 13 | OHV Trail Crew Captain: The sponsor intends to use this funding to hire a full-time, benefitted Trail Crew Captain. This individual will oversee operations and heavy equipment usage, assist with trail and volunteer projects and training, conduct project logistics, project outreach, and social media, and manage the programs’ trail crew on a day-to-day basis. | Utah OHV Program | $153,683.00 | $68,640.00 |
| 14 | Video of Events for Promotion: In 2022, the sponsor intends to host four OHV events. These events include the Mama Bear Run, the Papa Bear Run, the Paiute Jamboree, and the Halloween Howl. Funding for this project would be used to hire a videographer to attend each event and produce two – 30-second videos (similar to commercials), as well as two longer videos to showcase the overall experience of the event. At the end of the year, two additional videos will be produced from the combined footage of the four events to assist with promotion and advertisement for future events. | Piute Chamber | $20,326.00 | $15,406.00 |
| 15 | Uintah County Enclosed Trailer: The sponsor’s request is to seek funding to purchase an enclosed trailer. The trailer will be used to haul their trail coordinator’s machine that is used for developing trails, guided tours for the ATV Jamboree, media tours, and trail promotion. The purchase of a trailer would alleviate the county from having to borrow a trailer every time the machine is used. | Uintah County | $15,000.00 | $11,250.00 |
| 16 | Richfield City – FR096 (CCC Road): Forest Road 96 (FR096), also known as the Civilian Conservation Corps Road (CCC Road) serves as a major through road for the Paiute ATV Trail System and connects multiple communities. FR096 has seen an increase in OHV traffic, and due to the increasing demand, as well as recent storms, the road requires significant maintenance and repair. Maintenance and repairs include grinding ledges and rocky surfaces, using the ground material to produce surfacing material, installing culverts, removal of obstructions caused by weather, and grading the roadway. The proposed maintenance will provide OHV users with a safer and more enjoyable experience on the Paiute ATV Trail System. | Richfield City | $285,150.00 | $185,345.00 |
| 17 | Rich County Digital Content, Radio TV, and Social Media Promotion: Funding intends to target OHV users along the Wasatch Front with specific advertising campaigns, content placement, and social media interaction. Funding would be used to create video and photo content that will be promoted on TV, radio, and social media platforms. | Rich County | $66,630.00 | $52,700.00 |
| 18 | Rich County Trail Mapping Project: The project sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails and draw in more users. With this funding, the county intends to map three trails. These digital maps created will be integrated into their recreation and tourism sites. Three Trails: – Garden City to Old Ephriam’s Grave via Peter Sink and return via Sweetwater Ridge and Richardson Canyon – Randolph Loop over Bug Lake Pass to Hardware Ranch; return to Randolph via Old Canyon Road – Garden City to Randolph Loop |
Rich County | $14,140.00 | $12,000.00 |
| 19 | Duchesne County Geo-Synchronized OHV Trails Mapping: The project sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails and draw in more users. With this funding, the county intends to map three trails. These digital maps created will be integrated into their recreation and tourism sites. Three Trails: – Frank’s Canyon Loop – Wrinkles Road Loop – Big Wash Loop |
Duchesne County | $15,568.00 | $12,143.00 |
| 20 | Aurora City Trailhead Park Development Project: Funding for this project would be used to convert a small city-owned park with a pavilion into a parking/dry camping area for OHV users visiting the city to ride. The development of this trailhead includes leveling and grading of the parking area, removal of an old and unused restroom, installation of a double vault toilet, and adding signage directing users to the trailhead and trails. | City of Aurora | $95,670.00 | $68,845.00 |
| 21 | Piute County – Butch Cassidy ATV Trail: Based on the project sponsor’s feasibility study that was conducted to determine the preferred route and required permitting, they found the preferred alternative route lies on BLM land. The sponsor is seeking funding to complete the required NEPA permitting and a final alignment design. The final trail alignment must be in place for permitting to be completed. The applicant is unable to contribute a significant in-kind match, however, upon completion of the project, the county is prepared to provide more in-kind efforts through the donation of a bridge, gravel material, and GIS mapping. | Piute County | $65,200.00 | $62,000.00 |
| 22 | Trail Counters and Equipment: The project sponsor intends to use the funding provided to purchase approximately 10 trail counters, chainsaws, and other OHV trail equipment. The trail counters and equipment will be utilized on their nearly 5,000 miles of OHV trails. | Emery County Travel Bureau | $24,500.00 | $13,000.00 |
| Total | $1,307,090.00 | $913,244.00 |
OHV Recreation Grant FY22 Q1 – July
| # | July 2021 | Sponsor | Total Project | Requested OHVR Funding |
| 1 | Sand Mountain OHV Staging Area: This grant intends to create a new staging area to replace the old .6-acre staging area. The applicant intends to build a 5-acre gravel staging area with 50 delineated parking spaces and a 2-stall pit toilet. The surrounding fence will be donated by the BLM and installed by the project sponsor. | Desert Roads and Trail Society | $249,029.00 | $100,000.00 |
| 2 | Ephraim Ambulance Side by Side: This grant would assist with the search and rescue (SAR) coverage of Ephraim and Sanpete County. The project sponsor covers over 125 square miles of terrain and intends to purchase a properly equipped UTV to assist with responding to OHV-related accidents. | Ephraim Ambulance Association | $35,084.00 | $28,485.00 |
| 3 | Marketing North Lake Powell, “Rally in Bullfrog Valley”: The purpose of this grant is to bring OHV enthusiasts from Utah and the Four Corner region together to discover the trail networks on remote trails around Eastern Garfield County, Eastern Wayne County, Western San Juan County, and Eastern Kane County. The project sponsor intends to use the funding to help promote and hold a 3-day rally. | Friends of Ticaboo | $12,100.00 | $7,000.00 |
| 4 | Mapping of Glen Canyon NRA OHV Trails: Funding will help the project sponsor map newly opened trails within the boundaries of the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. Funding from this grant will also help with the printing costs of these maps and will include OHV regulations for the different trails. | Friends of Ticaboo | $11,000.00 | $8,000.00 |
| 5 | Iron County SAR Equipment Acquisition: This grant would assist the project sponsor in obtaining the emergency equipment needed with SAR. Iron County has varying elevations and is in need of a larger UTV that can be outfitted with equipment and accessories for rough terrain and inclement weather. | Iron County Search and Rescue | $48,339.00 | $38,299.00 |
| 6 | Promote Utah OHV Tourism to the Chinese American Community: The sponsor intends to create a website in Mandarin that will display OHV-related knowledge, safety issues, driving skills, etiquette, etc. The project will bring Chinese travelers to Utah and teach them the ethics surrounding the sport. The Sponsor will also create courses to educate current Chinese American citizens who are interested in learning more about OHV recreation within Utah. | Utah Chinese Association | $60,000.00 | $30,000.00 |
| 7 | Sevier County SAR OHV Equipment Upgrade (Orignal request of $61,897.00): Funding will be used to purchase one replacement machine required to assist with SAR operations. This machine will be a smaller UTV to accommodate 50” trails. | Sevier County Sheriff’s Office | $23,500.00 | $19,000.00 |
| 8 | Beaver County Sheriff’s Office: The sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help with the purchase and installation of equipment required for SAR and patrols. Equipment includes a radio system, lights, PA, headsets, and wiring. | Beaver County Sheriff’s Office | $37,817.00 | $10,458.00 |
| 9 | OHV Youth Education Incentive Items: The project sponsor is asking for assistance in purchasing incentive items for Junior Rangers upon completion of the program. Funding will also help develop the OHV Junior Ranger program, encourage younger generations to become more involved in OHV recreation, and potentially create a future generation with fewer OHV-related injuries. Items intended to be purchased include youth helmets, youth gloves, and other incentive items. | Utah OHV Program | $11,500.00 | $7,500.00 |
| 10 | Color County OHV Trail – Safety Equipment & Supplies: Funding will be used to maintain three trails; Lost Springs, Chloride Mountains, and Big Basket Springs. The project sponsor also intends to use the funding to purchase safety equipment for their employees and volunteers. A kiosk is needed for the North Hills OHV Trail Segment and signage will be replaced along all the trails listed. | Iron County | $14,550.00 | $9,850.00 |
| 11 | High Desert Trail Mapping and Signing: The project sponsor has entered into an agreement with other local counties on the High Desert OHV Trail. They are ready to move forward with signing and marking their portion of the trail which consists of Class B roads that are approximately 110 miles long. Minor trail maintenance will take place while the county is marking the trail. | Millard County | $54,560.00 | $30,875.00 |
| 12 | Digital Trail Mapping, Jamboree Event App, Higher Desert Trail Cultural Clearance: This grant has three components, the project sponsor intends to digitalize 300 miles of trails on a popular OHV mobile application, create an event app for their jamboree, and work on cultural clearance for the High Desert Trail in Beaver County. In addition to the three components listed above, the project sponsor also plans to use the funding to print pocket companion guides that will be distributed to local tourist locations. | Beaver County | $230,000.00 | $189,000.00 |
| 13 | OHV Program Trail Crew: Funding for this grant will be used to expand the current trail crew from two people to six members. This trail crew will be trained and have proficient skills in trail maintenance and building, along with larger machine operations to help organizations and partners with statewide OHV projects. | Utah OHV Program | $100,000.00 | $52,500.00 |
| 14 | Trail Crew UTV Purchase: This grant intends to purchase a 50” two-seater UTV. This UTV would help the project sponsor by limiting the number of machines in the total fleet while still being flexible enough to fit on any trail. In addition, it will also help their crew have the proper transportation to project sites and they continue to perform trail maintenance, trail construction, and other infrastructure-related development for motorized recreation. | Utah OHV Program | $30,000.00 | $15,000.00 |
| 15 | Youth Education Specialist: The funding from this grant will provide the opportunity for the OHV Program to employ a seasonal Youth Education Specialist. This position is intended to increase youth participation and education when it comes to OHV use in the state of Utah. The funding will be utilized over a two-year period. | Utah OHV Program | $97,200.00 | $44,000.00 |
| 16 | Reopening Illegal Road Closures: The project sponsor’s request is to seek funds to reimburse travel expenses and staff time required to reopen illegally closed roads and trails throughout Utah. | Rural Opportunity Ventures | $13,000.00 | $8,000.00 |
| Total | $1,027,679.00 | $597,967.00 |
OHV Recreation Grant FY21 Q4 – April
| # | April 2021 | Sponsor | Total Project Value |
Requested OHVR Funding |
| 1 | Purchase of Mini-skid for Trail Work: To assist with the constant repairs required on Moab’s FO 3,900 miles of motorized trails, they are requesting funding to purchase a mini skid-steer. | Bureau of Land Management – Moab Field Office | $49,250.00 | $38,000.00 |
| 2 | Paiute Trail Maintenance 2022: This grant would assist with the maintenance and management of the entire Paiute, Great Western, Gooseberry, and associated trail system. Projects include trail signage (directional, informational, interpretive, and regulatory) and maintenance of existing signs. They also intend to maintain these trails by logging out brush, removing rocks, repairing tread, and diverting water. Funding will also be spent on the installation of cattle guards, barriers, and bridges. Trail data will also be collected on the entire system with the installation of over 60 trail counters and eight cameras to monitor use patterns. | Fishlake National Forest | $243,000.00 | $116,000.00 |
| 3 | West Paiute Trail Picnic Tables: The purpose of this project is to enhance and improve the OHV experience in the Fishlake National Forest. The project sponsor intends to purchase 11 aluminum picnic tables. The tables will be placed along the Paiute ATV Trail on the west side of the Fishlake National Forest. | Paiute Trail Committee | $14,304.00 | $9,240.00 |
| 4 | Beaver Main Street Trailhead: Funding will be used to purchase a vacant lot at the corner of Main St. and 600 North and will allow OHV access to the Beaver Trailhead. The purchase of the lot offers an opportunity to have a trailhead on Main Street with direct access to the Paiute Trail. | Tushar Mountain ATV Club | $90,000.00 | $76,500.00 |
| 5 | Iron Off-road Rally (Original request for $58,816.00): This grant would assist in the creation of an annual two-day rally in Iron County to showcase OHV opportunities on 12 trails. The sponsor intends to purchase rally items and an enclosed trailer for the event and future use. | Cedar City Area Chamber of Commerce | $75,835.00 | $28,590.00 |
| 6 | OHV Program Statewide Trail Cat Purchase: Funding will assist with the purchase of a new trail cat (preferably a Sutter 500). The sponsor currently has one loaner trail cat that can be used by volunteers, State/Federal land managing agencies, or Division staff for OHV trail maintenance and construction. The sponsor’s goal is to have a second trail cat in order to meet the loaner requests and to assist with the OHV Program’s trail crew as the need arises. | Utah OHV Program | $86,920.00 | $40,000.00 |
| 7 | Three Kiosks Grant: Funding will be used to purchase and install three kiosks in Kanosh’s town center, at Marysvale’s new trailhead, and at the Butch Cassidy Childhood Home. | Paiute Trail Committee | $13,169.00 | $10,797.00 |
| 8 | Area Trail Riding Promotion Near the City of Blanding: The sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails with the intent to disperse use and promote tourism around Blanding. Three feature episodes shot on location will air on TV. Fifty-two 30-second ads will also air on KTVX and other selected stations during the same time period. At Your Leisure TV will promote the episodes before and after the “on-air” showing. The episodes will be made available to Utah State Parks and Blanding to maximize exposure. | City of Blanding | $52,220.00 | $38,100.00 |
| 9 | Blanding City “Trail 360 Project” Mapping: The sponsor’s request is to engage and complete geosynchronous video trail mapping of three trails near Blanding in San Juan County. These maps will then be uploaded for users to view. Geosynchronous video trail mapping provides a way for the public to take a virtual tour of OHV trails with detailed images. This allows people to decide in advance whether a given trail is within their abilities and whether they will find the terrain, scenery, views, parking, etc. to their liking. Three Trails: – Recapture Rim – Arch Canyon – Hotel Rock |
City of Blanding | $12,150.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 10 | Area Trail Riding Promotion Near the City of Richfield: The sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails with the intent to disperse use and promote tourism around Richfield. Three feature episodes shot on location will air on TV. Fifty-two 30-second ads will also air on KTVX and other selected stations during the same time period. At Your Leisure TV will promote the episodes before and after the “on-air” showing. The episodes will be made available to Utah State Parks and Richfield to maximize exposure. | Richfield | $52,220.00 | $38,100.00 |
| 11 | City of Richfield “Trail 360 Project” Mapping: The sponsor’s request is to engage and complete geosynchronous video trail mapping of three trails near Richfield City in Sevier County. These maps will then be uploaded for users to view. Geosynchronous video trail mapping provides a way for the public to take a virtual tour of OHV trails with detailed images. This allows people to decide in advance whether a given trail is within their abilities and whether they will find the terrain, scenery, views, parking, etc. to their liking.Three Trails:– Devil’s Armchair – Dairy Canyon – Glenwood to Koosharem |
Richfield | $12,775.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 12 | Arapeen OHV Trail Maintenance: Funding will be used to rent a mini-excavator for four months in 2021-2022 (two months each year). The sponsor is also asking for funding to help pay a portion of the salary of a GS-3 and one GS-5 for a month each year. In addition, the funding will help with associated fuel costs for the mini-excavator. | Manti-La Sal National Forest | $69,200.00 | $30,000.00 |
| 13 | Color County OHV Trail Maintenance Vehicle & Supplies (Original request for $53,000.00): The sponsor intends to use funds to purchase a 1-ton rated truck to pull their skid-steer and trailer to remote locations. The truck would be purchased through a state contract and fitted with a flatbed to carry the necessary skid-steer accessories. In addition, the sponsor will use the funding to purchase trail markers, decals, maps, and pedestal map displays. Picnic tables and cattle guards will also be installed as needed. Requested funding for trail signage would total $1,500. | Iron County | $3,000.00 | $1,500.00 |
| 14 | Area Trail Riding Promotion Near the City of Eureka: The sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails with the intent to disperse use and promote tourism around Eureka. Three feature episodes shot on location will air on TV. Fifty-two 30-second ads will also air on KTVX and other selected stations during the same time period. At Your Leisure TV will promote the episodes before and after the “on-air” showing. The episodes will be made available to Utah State Parks and Eureka to maximize exposure. | City of Eureka | $52,220.00 | $38,100.00 |
| 15 | Eureka City “Trail 360 Project” Mapping: The sponsor’s request is to engage and complete geosynchronous video trail mapping of three trails near Eureka in Juab County. These maps will then be uploaded for users to view. Geosynchronous video trail mapping provides a way for the public to take a virtual tour of OHV trails with detailed images. This allows people to decide in advance whether a given trail is within their abilities and whether they will find the terrain, scenery, views, parking, etc. to their liking.Three Trails:– Pigeon Creek – Maple Creek – Spring City Burnout Fork |
City of Eureka | $12,150.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 16 | Town of Hanksville “Trail 360 Project” Mapping: The sponsor’s request is to engage and complete geosynchronous video trail mapping of three trails near Hanksville in Wayne County. These maps will then be uploaded for users to view. Geosynchronous video trail mapping provides a way for the public to take a virtual tour of OHV trails with detailed images. This allows people to decide in advance whether a given trail is within their abilities and whether they will find the terrain, scenery, views, parking, etc. to their liking.Three Trails:– Henrie Mountain Crescent Creek, Bull Mountain Loop – Roost Rim Loop – Factory Butte |
Hanksville | $12,775.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 17 | Area Trail Riding Promotion Near the City of Hanksville: The sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails with the intent to disperse use and promote tourism around Hanksville. Three feature episodes shot on location will air on TV. Fifty-two 30-second ads will also air on KTVX and other selected stations during the same time period. At Your Leisure TV will promote the episodes before and after the “on-air” showing. The episodes will be made available to Utah State Parks and Hanksville to maximize exposure. | Hanksville | $52,220.00 | $38,100.00 |
| 18 | Area Trail Riding Promotion Near the City of Ticaboo: The sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails with the intent to disperse use and promote tourism around Ticaboo. Three feature episodes shot on location will air on TV. Fifty-two 30-second ads will also air on KTVX and other selected stations during the same time period. At Your Leisure TV will promote the episodes before and after the “on-air” showing. The episodes will be made available to Utah State Parks and Ticaboo to maximize exposure. | Friends of Ticaboo | $52,220.00 | $38,100.00 |
| 19 | Orderville “Trail 360 Project” Mapping: The sponsor’s request is to engage and complete geosynchronous video trail mapping of three trails near Orderville in Kane County. These maps will then be uploaded for users to view. Geosynchronous video trail mapping provides a way for the public to take a virtual tour of OHV trails with detailed images. This allows people to decide in advance whether a given trail is within their abilities and whether they will find the terrain, scenery, views, parking, etc. to their liking. Three Trails: – 4 Mile Canyon to Kanab Creek – Barracks, Elephant Cove, Harris Mountain, Clay Flats – Poverty Flats |
City of Orderville | $12,775.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 20 | Area Trail Riding Promotion Near Orderville, UT: The sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails with the intent to disperse use and promote tourism around Orderville. Three feature episodes shot on location will air on TV. Fifty-two 30-second ads will also air on KTVX and other selected stations during the same time period. At Your Leisure TV will promote the episodes before and after the “on-air” showing. The episodes will be made available to Utah State Parks and Orderville to maximize exposure. | City of Orderville | $14,465.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 21 | Area Trail Riding Promotion Near the City of Delta: The sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails with the intent to disperse use and promote tourism around Delta. Three feature episodes shot on location will air on TV. Fifty-two 30-second ads will also air on KTVX and other selected stations during the same time period. At Your Leisure TV will promote the episodes before and after the “on-air” showing. The episodes will be made available to Utah State Parks and Delta to maximize exposure. | Delta City | $52,220.00 | $38,100.00 |
| 22 | Area Trail Riding Promotion Near Green River: The sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails with the intent to disperse use and promote tourism around Green River. Three feature episodes shot on location will air on TV. Fifty-two 30-second ads will also air on KTVX and other selected stations during the same time period. At Your Leisure TV will promote the episodes before and after the “on-air” showing. The episodes will be made available to Utah State Parks and Green River to maximize exposure. | Green River | $52,220.00 | $38,100.00 |
| 23 | 2022 Uintah-Wasatch-Cache Motorized Program Grant: Funding will be used to maintain priority-level motorized trails across UWC. This includes single-track and OHV routes on the five zones of the forest. Each zone will complete a mix of general and heavy trail maintenance on 434 miles of trail. The sponsor also intends to complete a trail reroute on the Pleasant Grove Ranger District, continued improvements of the trailhead and trail junction signage, and travel management during designated seasons, with in-person interactions. | Uintah-Wasatch-Cache National Forest | $192,300.00 | $100,000.00 |
| 24 | Green River “Trail 360 Project” Mapping: The sponsor’s request is to engage and complete geosynchronous video trail mapping of three trails near Green River in Emery County. These maps will then be uploaded for users to view. Geosynchronous video trail mapping provides a way for the public to take a virtual tour of OHV trails with detailed images. This allows people to decide in advance whether a given trail is within their abilities and whether they will find the terrain, scenery, views, parking, etc. to their liking. Three Trails: – Tusher Rim – Crystal Geyser – Lost Springs |
Green River | $12,775.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 25 | Emery County Public Lands & Trails – Motorcycle: This grant would allow for the purchase of a motorcycle to replace the county’s personal and borrowed motorcycle. The machine will be used to do inventory and maintenance on single-track and other trails. Maintenance includes general trail work, placing educational signage in kiosks, and placing trail markers. | Emery County | $15,200.00 | $9,000.00 |
| 26 | Trails Crew: Funding would pay a few members of their trail committee for the hundreds of hours of work a year they have put into OHV trails alongside the BLM and Forest Service trails. The advisory council requested proof of insurance, employee-related risk, and workers comp to be covered by the sponsor. | Emery County Travel Bureau | $14,450.00 | $7,800.00 |
| 27 | Uintah County Trails Webpage (Original request for $8,570.00): This grant would provide funding to create a central location for locals and visitors to get detailed maps and descriptions of places to visit. The county intends to create a centralized web page where off-road enthusiasts can get the trail maps, photos, and descriptions of all that Uintah County has to offer. | Uintah County | $13,570.00 | $5,000.00 |
| 28 | Uintah County Trails Blade: This grant would allow for the purchase of a six-way blade to attach to the county’s skid steer. This accessory would assist with maintaining current trails and cutting new ones. | Uintah County | $4,286.00 | $2,143.00 |
| 29 | Uintah County Motocross Sprinkler System: The sponsor would like to purchase a watering system to maintain 5,700 feet of soil during the races at Uintah County’s Buckskin Hills sports complex. The system would replace the currently shared water truck. | Uintah County | $234,200.00 | $149,200.00 |
| 30 | Enterprise “Trail 360 Project” Mapping: The sponsor’s request is to engage and complete geosynchronous video trail mapping of three trails near Enterprise in Washington County. These maps will then be uploaded for users to view. Geosynchronous video trail mapping provides a way for the public to take a virtual tour of OHV trails with detailed images. This allows people to decide in advance whether a given trail is within their abilities and whether they will find the terrain, scenery, views, parking, etc. to their liking. Three Trails: – Pilot Peak, Black Canyon – Enterprise Reservoir, Slaughter Creek Loop – Bull Valley, North Hills |
Enterprise | $12,775.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 31 | Area Trail Riding Promotion Near Enterprise: The sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails with the intent to disperse use and promote tourism around Enterprise. Three feature episodes shot on location will air on TV. Fifty-two 30-second ads will also air on KTVX and other selected stations during the same time period. At Your Leisure TV will promote the episodes before and after the “on-air” showing. The episodes will be made available to Utah State Parks and Enterprise to maximize exposure. | Enterprise | $52,200.00 | $38,100.00 |
| 32 | Trail Signage: The sponsor has developed an ATV trail system that interconnects with the existing Paiute ATV trail. Funding would go towards the purchase of equipment to install signs and do future trail maintenance. This includes a mini-excavator with an active thumb, a post-hole auger, a jackhammer attachment, and a tandem axle trailer. Also, funding is requested to hire a two-person crew working approximately 40 hours per week for 12 weeks, to install the signage. | Beaver County | $90,000.00 | $65,000.00 |
| 33 | Safety & Ethics Promotion to Air on AYL (50th Anniversary Celebration): The sponsor intends to build upon a series of safety and ethics messages that are currently being promoted by the Utah ATV Association. These features will be aired on television and on social media with the help of At Your Leisure. Three professional broadcast segments (two to three minutes each) will air on KTVX Channel 4 in Salt Lake as part of the 50th Anniversary Celebration of the OHV Program. Additionally, 26 30-second public service announcements (two per week) will air on KTVX and be available on the AYL website, the sponsor’s website, and State Parks’ website. | Utah 4-Wheel Drive Association | $24,300.00 | $17,800.00 |
| 34 | Area Trail Riding Promotion Near Ferron City: The sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails with the intent to disperse use and promote tourism around Ferron. Three feature episodes shot on location will air on TV. Fifty-two 30-second ads will also air on KTVX and other selected stations during the same time period. At Your Leisure TV will promote the episodes before and after the “on-air” showing. The episodes will be made available to Utah State Parks and Ferron to maximize exposure. | Ferron City | $52,220.00 | $38,100.00 |
| 35 | Ferron City “Trail 360 Project” Mapping: The sponsor’s request is to engage and complete geosynchronous video trail mapping of three trails near Ferron City in Emery County. These maps will then be uploaded for users to view. Geosynchronous video trail mapping provides a way for the public to take a virtual tour of OHV trails with detailed images. This allows people to decide in advance whether a given trail is within their abilities and whether they will find the terrain, scenery, views, parking, etc. to their liking. Three Trails: – Slipper Arch, Eagle Canyon, Eva Connover Loop – Copper Globe – Wrigley Res, Ferron Res, Duck Fork Loop |
Ferron City | $12,150.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 36 | Wayne County “Trail 360 Project” Mapping: The sponsor’s request is to engage and complete geosynchronous video trail mapping of three trails near Western Wayne County. These maps will then be uploaded for users to view. Geosynchronous video trail mapping provides a way for the public to take a virtual tour of OHV trails with detailed images. This allows people to decide in advance whether a given trail is within their abilities and whether they will find the terrain, scenery, views, parking, etc. to their liking. Three Trails: – Tidwell Slopes – Sam’s Mesa – Loa to Escalante |
Wayne County | $12,775.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 37 | Area Trail Riding Promotion Western Wayne County: The sponsor’s request is to seek funds to help promote the availability of their trails with the intent to disperse use and promote tourism around Wayne County. Three feature episodes shot on location will air on TV. Fifty-two 30-second ads will also air on KTVX and other selected stations during the same time period. At Your Leisure TV will promote the episodes before and after the “on-air” showing. The episodes will be made available to Utah State Parks and Wayne County to maximize exposure. | Wayne County | $52,220.00 | $38,100.00 |
| 38 | The City of Delta “Trail 360 Project” Mapping: The sponsor’s request is to engage and complete geosynchronous video trail mapping of three trails near Delta City in Millard County. These maps will then be uploaded for users to view. Geosynchronous video trail mapping provides a way for the public to take a virtual tour of OHV trails with detailed images. This allows people to decide in advance whether a given trail is within their abilities and whether they will find the terrain, scenery, views, parking, etc. to their liking. Two Trails: – Segment of Cricket Mountain – Segment of Conger Mountain |
Delta City | $12,775.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 39 | OHV Junior Ranger Program Incentive Items: The sponsor is asking for assistance in purchasing incentive items for Junior Rangers upon completion of the program. Funding will also help develop the OHV Junior Ranger program, encourage younger generations to become more involved in OHV recreation, and potentially create a future generation with fewer OHV-related injuries. | Utah OHV Program | $16,800.00 | $11,000.00 |
| 40 | Justensen Flats Trailhead Improvement Project: With OHV visitation skyrocketing in the Swell, the sponsor intends to expand and harden the parking area at Justensen Flats Trailhead. They also intend to make improvements to the trailhead’s two main trails and replace the old post and rail fence with large boulders or other appropriate barriers. | Bureau of Land Management – Price Field Office | $55,000.00 | $35,000.00 |
| 41 | 360 Trails Project Video for Three Trails: The sponsor’s request is to engage and complete geosynchronous video trail mapping of three trails near Ticaboo in Garfield County. These maps will then be uploaded for users to view. Geosynchronous video trail mapping provides a way for the public to take a virtual tour of OHV trails with detailed images. This allows people to decide in advance whether a given trail is within their abilities and whether they will find the terrain, scenery, views, parking, etc. to their liking. Three Trails: – Bull Creek Pass Scenic Byway – Red Canyon – Angel’s Point Loop |
Friends of Ticaboo | $11,100.00 | $10,500.00 |
| Total | $1,978,404.00 | $1,261,570.00 |
OHV Recreation Grant FY21 Q3 – January
| # | January 2021 | Sponsor | Total Project Value | Requested OHVR Funding |
| 1 | Great Western & Gooseberry Trail Signing 2021: Installation of 87 signs, along with two single-panel kiosks and four double-panel kiosks across two trail systems. | Paiute Trail Committee | $26,236.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 2 | West Paiute Trail Signing 2021: Installation of 11 new kiosks, one map board, and 18 new trail signs to complete the signing for the West Paiute trail system. | Paiute Trail Committee | $24,974.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 3 | Paiute Helmet Program: Provide helmets to youth in need through a joint partnership with the Forest Service, BLM, and six rural Utah County Sheriffs and local police departments. In addition, funding will be utilized to distribute helmets at the four Jamboree events in the County. | Paiute Trail Committee | $18,745.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 4 | 9-Mile Trail Counter Project: Installation of four TRAFx counters. Two will be placed along 9 Mile Canyon Road, one in Cottonwood Canyon, and one in Dry Canyon. | Carbon County Office of Tourism | $3,221.00 | $2,221.00 |
| 5 | Paiute & Great Western Trail Map Book: Reprinting and updating this map book to incorporate a total of six individual map series and several USGS quad maps. In total, this map book will cover 4,900 square miles of South Central Utah. The project sponsor intends to print 2,000-4,000 copies with a retail cost of $20.00. | Paiute Trail Committee | $30,000.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 6 | 50th Anniversary OHV Program Promotion & Marketing: Promotion, marketing, and education on the accomplishments of the OHV Program over the last 50 years. Funding will be utilized to have four in-person events, approximately 20 TV segments, with increased social media presence, and a photo scavenger hunt. | Utah OHV Program | $90,000.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 7 | At Your Leisure Trail Promotional Episode: At Your Leisure (AYL) will record a TV episode on the location of one of the 360 Trails that have been recorded in Ticaboo, UT. The episode will air on KUTV4 and after it airs, eight 30-second advertisements will be shown once a week. | Ticaboo Town | $13,500.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 8 | Enclosed Trailer Purchase: Purchase of a 24’ enclosed trailer to replace their existing trailer that has been deemed unsafe for hauling OHV machines. In addition to hauling, the trailer will be used to protect and carry equipment, gear, trail material, and tools associated with the general daily operations of the OHV Program. | Utah OHV Program | $16,000.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 9 | Trail Crew UTV Purchase: Purchase a Honda Pioneer UTV to assist the OHV Program’s trail crew as they perform trail maintenance, trail construction, and other tasks related to infrastructure development for motorized recreation. | Utah OHV Program | $21,500.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 10 | Escalante OHV Trail Advertising & Promotion: Production and broadcast of a 3 to 5-minute feature story that will be aired on a nationally distributed OHV program. Funding will also assist in social media advertisement to promote trails in Escalante. | Escalante City | $13,675.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 11 | Google Street View Mapping, Escalante Area: Funding will be utilized to create 360 video trail mapping of three trails in Escalante, UT. The applicant intends to follow the existing structure that Utah State Parks & Recreation OHV Program has already established. Three Trails: – Pine Creek, Posey Lake Road, Griffin Top, Main Canyon – McGaff Lake, Jacobs Res, Roundy Res – Cedar Wash, Hole in the Rock, Collet Top |
Escalante City | $11,325.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 12 | 360 Trails Project Video for Three Trails: Funding will be utilized to create 360 video trail mapping of three trails in Green River, UT. The applicant intends to follow the existing structure that Utah State Parks & Recreation OHV Program has already established. Three Trails: – Lower San Rafael Loop – Dry Lakes – Devils Race Track |
Green River City | $11,100.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 13 | 360 Trails Project Video for Three Trails: Funding will be utilized to create 360 video trail mapping of three trails in Ticaboo, UT. The applicant intends to follow the existing structure that Utah State Parks & Recreation OHV Program has already established. Three Trails: – Indian Springs – Wolverine, Lampshade – Big Ridge |
Ticaboo Town | $11,100.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 14 | At Your Leisure Trail Promotional Episode: At Your Leisure (AYL) will record a TV episode on the location of one of the 360 Trails that have been recorded in Ephraim, UT. The episode will air on KUTV4 and after it airs, eight 30-second advertisements will be shown once a week. | Ephraim City | $13,100.00 | $12,100.00 |
| 15 | At Your Leisure Trail Promotional Episode: At Your Leisure (AYL) will record a TV episode on the location of one of the 360 Trails that have been recorded in Piute County. The episode will air on KUTV4 and after it airs, eight 30-second advertisements will be shown once a week. | Piute County | $13,500.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 16 | 360 Trails Project Video for Three Trails: Funding will be utilized to create 360 video trail mapping of three trails in the area of Piute County. The applicant intends to follow the existing structure that Utah State Parks & Recreation OHV Program has already established. Three Trails: – Circleville to Panguitch – Marysvale to Fremont Indian State Park – The Maze Mining District |
Piute County | $11,100.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 17 | Tropic, UT Trail Riding Opportunity Advertising: The city of Tropic will produce and broadcast a feature story over a network of TV stations across the state and around the nation to highlight the opportunities that Tropic has to offer to OHV enthusiasts. | City of Tropic | $13,675.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 18 | Tropic, UT Digital Trail Mapping: Funding will be utilized to create 360 video trail mapping of three trails in the area of Tropic, UT. The applicant intends to follow the existing structure that Utah State Parks & Recreation OHV Program has already established. Three Trails: – Cottonwood – Skutumpah – Widtsoe Junction |
City of Tropic | $11,100.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 19 | 360 Trails Project Video for Three Trails: Funding will be utilized to create 360 video trail mapping of three trails in the area of Marysvale, UT. The applicant intends to follow the existing structure that Utah State Parks & Recreation OHV Program has already established. Three Trails: – Marysvale to Otter Creek – Marysvale to Circleville – Marysvale to Richfield |
Marysvale Town | $11,100.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 20 | OHV Emergency Medical Training Program: Develop and deliver an OHV Medical Training program to treat the specific types of injuries unique to OHV accidents and events in remote areas. Participants will be recruited directly from organized OHV clubs. Attendance will be restricted to people that can be verified as part of the OHV community. The OHV Medical training course would be free of charge to individuals verifiable as part of the OHV community. | Utah Off-Road | $15,000.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 21 | Safety & Ethics Promotion to Air on AYL (50th Anniversary): Collaboration with AYL to produce 3 short training clips that will air on KTVX4. After the episode is run on TV, a series of twenty-six 30-second public service announcements will air twice a week. Safety 1 Safety 2 Safety 3 |
Utah ATV Association | $24,300.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 22 | 360 Trails Project Video for Three Trails: Funding will be utilized to create 360 video trail mapping of three trails in the area of Joseph, UT. The applicant intends to follow the existing structure that Utah State Parks & Recreation OHV Program has already established. Three Trails: – Joseph to Fremont Indian State Park – Joseph to Fillmore – Joseph to Richfield |
Joseph Town | $11,100.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 23 | At Your Leisure Trail Promotional Episode: At Your Leisure (AYL) will record a TV episode on the location of one of the 360 Trails that have been recorded in Joseph, UT. The episode will air on KUTV4 and after it airs, eight 30-second advertisements will be shown once a week. | Joseph Town | $13,500.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 24 | At Your Leisure Trail Promotional Episode: At Your Leisure (AYL) will record a TV episode on the location of one of the 360 Trails that have been recorded in Marysvale, UT. The episode will air on KUTV4 and after it airs, eight 30-second advertisements will be shown once a week. | Marysvale Town | $13,500.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 25 | At Your Leisure Trail Promotional Episode: At Your Leisure (AYL) will record a TV episode on the location of one of the 360 Trails that have been recorded in Salina, UT. The episode will air on KUTV4 and after it airs, eight 30-second advertisements will be shown once a week. | North Sevier Recreation, Salina City | $13,500.00 | $12,500.00 |
| 26 | 360 Trails Project Video for Three Trails: Funding will be utilized to create 360 video trail mapping of three trails in the area of Salina, UT. The applicant intends to follow the existing structure that Utah State Parks & Recreation OHV Program has already established. Three Trails: – Salina to Gooseberry – Salina to Scipio & Yuba – Salina Over Pahvant to Richfield & Fillmore |
North Sevier Recreation, Salina City | $11,100.00 | $10,500.00 |
| 27 | Delineating Hurrah Pass 4WD Trail: Creation of more substantial fences to allow for delineation along 3.5 miles of trail on a Class D road. | Utah School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration (SITLA) | $25,000.00 |