Modoc National Wildlife Refuge near Alturas, California, has an opportunity for eligible and qualified applicants to conduct haying and cattle grazing on the Refuge. The term of the cooperative agriculture agreement will be three years, from August 1, 2025 through December 1, 2027.

Application materials and supporting documentation are available on the refuge website. Hard copies are available upon request by contacting Stacy Freitas at 530-233-3572 or stacy_freitas@fws.gov. Completed applications must be received by 4:30 p.m. local time on April 25, 2025. Completed applications can be emailed to stacy_freitas@fws.gov or mailed or hand-delivered, in a sealed envelope marked CAA Application, to Modoc National Wildlife Refuge, PO Box 1610 Alturas, CA 96101-1610. Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered. 

Cooperator will be selected through an open and competitive process based on experience and ability. All applicants will be notified by May 20, 2025.

For questions or additional information, contact Stacy Freitas at 530-233-3572 or stacy_freitas@fws.gov.