This program was developed by the North Idaho Centennial Trail Foundation, (NICTF), in an effort to off-set maintenance costs along the 24 mile trail way.
Companies can support NICTF Sponsor a Mile campaign by agreeing to sponsor one-mile sections of the trail.
The Sponsor a Mile program rewards sponsors by providing them the satisfaction of making a valuable contribution to their community and to all of Idaho’s citizens and visitors. In addition, all visitors along the trail system will see your logo and sponsor sign at your mile marker.
A single corporation, business or group may sponsor any available mile for a one year period. After that period you may renew your sponsorship for the following year.
Who can participate?
Corporations, businesses, groups, churches and individuals.
How much does it cost?
The cost depends on the mile.The miles are available at $500.00 level and the $1000.00 level.
How are miles assigned?
Sponsors tend to look at the map and pick a mile that is close to their business,
Their favorite spot, a grand view location.The mile(s) are on a first come first serve basis.Please ask for first and second choice.If not available, the membership director will contact you.
What is the duration of the program?
The corporation, group or business agrees to a one-year term.After that one –year term you are eligible to renew your sponsorship and additional acknowledgement will be made available on the signs, websites and newsletter.
What is the money used for?
The sponsorship money is used for trail repairs and maintenance.The maintenance consists of paving, signs, map boxes. The repairs happen due to weather, use and vandalism.
Besides maintenance & repairs what else is the money used for?
Amenities like benches, water fountains, spurs, historical signs and maps.
What about Art work?
At this time the expense of maintaining a class 1 & 2 trail is costly.Artwork must be procured by grant dollars or gifts.
Who are our 2007 Sponsors?
Greenstone Development- Jim Frank photo, press release
Riverstone Development- John Stone photo , press release
Ben Gates Dentistry- Ben Gates photo, press release
Some of our past sponsors include?
Sleep Inn
Grey Hound Park
Who do I contact?
The North Idaho Centennial Trail Foundation: NICTF, 105 N 1st Street ste.100, Coeur d’ Alene, ID 83814.
Can I submit my sponsorship online?
Yes, please click here to view our online membership application. >>>
Considering Sponsorship?
