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Information on obtaining America the Beautiful passes and how to apply for a special use permit for commercial photography or other use on the refuge.

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Apply for a Special Use Permit on National Wildlife Refuges

Some commercial, recreational and research activities are allowed on national wildlife refuges only with a special use permit issued by the local office, and are subject to specific conditions and fees. This permit requirement is meant to ensure that all activities at the federal site are...

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Business Owner/Commercial Business
Educator/Education Facility
Landowner - Commercial
Landowner - Individual
Oil/Gas Company
Private Land Owners/Managers
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Federal Recreation Passes

Some 30 national wildlife refuges  charge visitors a nominal entrance fee (generally $3-$5 daily) to cover road and facility maintenance. If you are a regular visitor or would like to visit other public lands, you could save by buying an America the Beautiful Federal Recreational...

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Entrance Passes
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Every Kid Outdoors Pass

The Every Kid Outdoors program allows 4th-graders to see America’s natural wonders and historic sites for free.

Annual 4th Grade Pass

Cost: Free, non-transferable, valid for the duration of the 4th-grade schoolyear though the following summer (September-August).

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Land Management and Conservation Assistance
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