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Walk-In Area Program (WIA)

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State

Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

state

Overview

Works to maintain South Dakota's hunting heritage by providing public hunting access to privately owned lands. Landowners open land to free public hunting (foot-traffic only) in exchange for payment and liability immunity. Landowners with land in conservation programs like CRP can receive additional upfront bonus payments.

Eligibility

Eligible Applicant Types

Private Landowners

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Project Locations

SD

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