The Iowa State Trail Grant Program (ISTGP) Committee met on June 22 in Ames and completed its review of the 2026–27 Snowmobile Trail Grant Applications. In a press release, co-administrators Chris Willey and John Kahler thanked participating clubs for their "continued commitment" to maintaining Iowa's snowmobile trail system.

The ISTGP announced all clubs that submitted a completed Trail Grant Application by the June 1 deadline will receive reimbursement at a rate of $13.00 per groomed mile during the 2026–27 snowmobile season. Clubs that failed to meet the application deadline were given an extension until July 30 but will receive a lower reimbursement rate for the upcoming season as a late penalty.

Clubs which comply with the second deadline "will be eligible for reimbursement at a rate of $11.00 per groomed mile during the 2026–27 snowmobile season," the ISTGP said. "Affected clubs have been contacted by email with additional details regarding their eligibility and submission requirements."

The ISTGP also reported that the 2026 Trail Sign Order has also been submitted for the upcoming season. Signs are expected to arrive in early August and will be shipped to the addresses provided on each club's Trail Sign Order Form. Additional information will be provided if shipping schedules change.

Clubs that requested new grooming equipment have been notified by email regarding the status of their request and any additional actions required. Further details regarding groomer awards will be shared once ISTGP administrators have finalized equipment specifications, club requirements and distribution procedures.

"The ISTGP Committee appreciates the dedication of Iowa's snowmobile clubs and volunteers," the ISTGP said. "Your efforts are essential to providing safe, well-maintained trails for snowmobilers across the state."

If you have any questions regarding grant applications, trail signs or equipment requests, please contact the ISTGP at issa.rsc@gmail.com.