The Waterway Enhancement Program empowers Alabama nonprofits to improve access to water recreation through grants of up to $5,000 for projects like launch site improvements, safety equipment purchases, educational programs, and community events. Designed to support local, community-led solutions, the program prioritizes accessibility, inclusivity, and fostering connections on Alabama’s waterways.

By encouraging participation from groups with limited grant-writing experience, WEP not only funds impactful projects but also helps build capacity for future funding opportunities. This initiative ensures that more people can enjoy Alabama’s rivers and streams, making water recreation a community priority.

The Mile Marker Program is an initiative that helps make our waterways safer by creating consistent reference points for paddlers and emergency personnel. Like Highway markers these small rectangular signs ensure that if anything happens the right people know where you are. Mile Markers are installed along waterways through community-led partnerships with local volunteers: paddling groups, emergency responders, and communities.

Click below to find out more about the programs progress and learn how your community can apply to participate in this program.

Alabama Scenic River Trail has created and installed standardized destination signs for paddlers across the state. The signs are placed typically along water access points in partnership with local organizations. Each sign features a map of the waterway, interesting local facts, and basic safety information.