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Special Use Permits
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 compatible with the refuge’s Congressionally mandated wildlife conservation goals. Permits enable the public and scientific communities to engage in legitimate wildlife-related activities that would be otherwise prohibited by law. Service permit programs ensure that such activities are carried out in a manner that safeguards wildlife.
The Service has developed three different Special Use Permit (SUP) forms which may enable the public to engage in activities considered either commercial, research, or other general uses. To apply for a Special Use Permit, download the appropriate application form below and email the completed form to savannahcoastal@fws.gov for consideration.
Commercial Activities Special Use Permit Application (FWS Form 3-1383-C) for:
- Commercial activities such as guiding hunters, anglers, birdwatchers, or other outdoor users
- Commercial filming (audio, video, and photographic products of a monetary value)
- Agriculture (haying, grazing, crop planting, logging, beekeeping, and other agricultural products)
Download Commercial Special Use Application
Research and Monitoring Special Use Permit Application (FWS Form 3-1383-R) for:
- Research and monitoring activities by students, universities, or other non-FWS organizations
Download Research and Monitoring Special Use Application
General
- Woodcutting
- Special events
- Other (any activity not mentioned above and not usually available to the general public)
