Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection

Emergency Burn Ban In Effect 10/26/24 - An emergency burn ban is now in effect for all Connecticut State Parks, Forests, and Wildlife Management areas, prohibiting the use of all outdoor grills, firepits, and campfires, and the kindling and use of flame outdoors. DEEP and local agencies are working to contain several active fires across the state. Please avoid all affected State Parks and Forests, as well as the blue-blazed Mattabesett Trail. The Enduro Trail in Voluntown and portions of North Stonington within the Pachaug State Forest are closed at this time. Please note that today's forest fire danger report remains at an 'extreme' level. More information about the current fire danger, burn ban and recommended safety measures can be found here

Urban Forested Natural Area and Riparian Corridor Restoration Grant Program

The Urban Forested Natural Area and Riparian Corridor Restoration Grant Program is available to help support local land managers in their efforts to address forest health issues by providing funding that can support management interventions to promote the health and resilience of urban natural forested areas and riparian corridors. Such projects may include, but are not limited to, chemical or mechanical removal of invasive plant species, vine removal, tree planting, and other site treatments intended to slow the spread of invasive plants and promote regeneration of native tree species. Grant recipients must either be a local government entity or a 501(c)3 non-profit organization registered with the CT Secretary of State, and the maximum individual award is $20,000.

Application Submission

Application Form

Application Deadline

January 31, 2025

Application Closed Date

January 31, 2025 

Associated Documents or Websites 

Urban Forested Natural Areas and Riparian Corridor Restoration Grant Program

Point of Contact 

Les Welker | DEEP.UCF.Grants@ct.gov