CARDD is here to help.
We provide resources for all stages of your project, from the application to the project closeout. See below for training and education for applicants, grantees, and educators.
Resources for Applicants
- DNRC Funding Opportunities
- CARDD Grants and Loans (webpage) (handout)
- Water and Sewer project help - WASACT
- Watershed Funding Opportunities
- DNRC Grant Writing Tips
- Grant Strategy (webinar) (pdf)
- Types of Natural Resource Grants (Webinar Pt1, Pt 2) (pdf)
- Writing Purpose and Need (webinar) (pdf)
- Project Management Plan (webinarr) (pdf)
- Public Involvement, Support, and Permitting (webinar) (pdf)
- Submittable Help for Applicants and Recipients
Projects with federal funding may need a Unique Entity Identifier. Please see the SAM.gov Guide
Resources for Grant Recipients
Introduction to Submittable for Grantees (Webinar - use access code: K29zQdB^) (Agenda and Notes)
Submittable Help for Applicants and Recipients
Program Training and Resources
Resources for Applicants:
Resources for Grant Recipients:
Resources for Grant Recipients:
- RDG FAQ for Grant Recipients
- Grant Management Plan
- Grant Submittal Checklist (pdf) (word)
- Non-DEQ Project Guidance
- Signature Authorization Form
- DNRC Reimbursement Requirements
- Reimbursement Checklist
- Progress Report Template (word)
- Budget Tracking Spreadsheet
- DNRC Reimbursement for Personnel Services (Guidance Document) (Instructional Video)
- Grant Close-out Checklist
- RRGL FAQ for Grantees
- RRGL Program Brochure
- Private Grant Program Brochure
- Project Scope of Work Guidance and Example
- Grant Management Plan
- Funding Commitment Instructions
- Project Schedule (pdf) (word)
- Signature Authorization Form
- DNRC Reimbursement Requirements
- RRGL Progress Report Template
- Budget Tracking Spreadsheet
- RRGL Budget Expenditure Definitions
- DNRC Reimbursement for Personnel Services (Guidance Document) (Instructional Video)
- DNRC Grant Amendment Process
- RRGL Project Grant Authorizing Statement
- Grant Submittal Checklist (pdf) (word)
Youth Education Resources
The Montana Envirothon is an annual natural resources competition hosted by the Cascade Conservation District. The Envirothon challenges high school students to a competition involving Range, Soils, Aquatics, Wildlife, and Forestry. The competition is comprised of a written test and oral presentation. Cash prizes are given to each team member of the top 5 teams.
More information can be found on the Cascade Conservation District website!
The Rangeland Resources Program offers college students attending a Montana College or University an opportunity to apply for the Montana Working Lands Internship Program.
Please visit the Working Lands Internship webpage for more information.
Montana Natural Resources Youth Camp- July 19-21, 2023
Campers entering grades 10-12 spend one week at the Lubrecht State Forest east of Missoula learning about forestry, water, soils, geology, range, wildlife and recreation
More information: https://forestry.msuextension.org/mnryc/index.html
Montana Range Days- TBD
Montana Range Days is an annual event that celebrates the importance of rangelands in Montana! This three-day competition welcomes people of all ages allowing fun for the entire family. The event rotates across the state every two years.
The competition is separated by divisions: Buckaroos (4-8 years); Super Starters (9-11 years); Wranglers (12-13 years); Youth (14-19 years old and have not graduated from high school); and, Adult; Open Adult; Rancher Division (contest optional); and, Management Tour Group (no contest)
The Rangeland Resources Program in coordination with the Montana Department of Agriculture has created education projects.
Projects contain posters, visual aids and a lesson plan written to Montana Office of Public Instruction standards.
Including:
By introducing young people to invasive species and their impacts, we have a better chance at preventing them and minimizing their spread in the future.
At Invasivespecies.mt.gov, you can find a variety of resources and curricula designed to make youth aware of invasive species and turn that awareness into take action.
At Invasivespecies.mt.gov, you can find a variety of resources and curricula designed to make youth aware of invasive species and turn that awareness into take action.