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<p>NEWPORT TWP. &#8212; The Wolf Administration announced new grant funding totaling $647,300 that will support more than 157 new miles of all-terrain vehicle (ATV) trails, increasing opportunities for outdoor recreation at five sites in the commonwealth.</p><p>In Luzerne County, the Earth Conservancy received $62,000 to prepare a feasibility study for an ATV facility in Newport Township.</p><p>&#8220;These investments will support new miles of ATV trails for residents and visitors to enjoy, boosting the economic impact on nearby communities,&#8221; said Cindy Adams Dunn, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary. &#8220;The funds are generated when ATVs are registered, and are then put back into increasing opportunities for this outdoor recreation.&#8221;</p><p>DCNR&#8217;s ATV grant program can help to buy land; develop plans and surveys; construct and maintain ATV trails; buy equipment; and conduct educational programs relating to ATV use.</p><p>With a few limited exceptions, all ATVs in Pennsylvania must have a registration issued by DCNR. Pennsylvania has around 285,000 registered ATVs. The grants are administered by DCNR with funding provided from ATV registrations.</p><style>
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Funding announced for ATV facility in Newport Township