UF/IFAS Ordway Swisher User Portal » Special Use Permit Application

Program Name

Requested Activities

If "Other", please describe: *

Activity Duration Dates

Enter Dates

Start:

End:

Participants

Number of Participants:

Requested Arrival and Departure Dates

Requested Arrival/Departure Dates

Arrive:

Depart:

Exclusive Areas or Installing Equipment *

Does your project involve demarcating exclusive areas or installing equipment in the field?

Exclusive areas
Installing equipment
Both exclusive areas and installing equipment
No

Plot size, infrastructure, equipment, or instrumentation descriptions should be included in your project description document.

If you have yet to determine plot/equipment locations, you can submit the application now and return later to edit the application and upload a file.

Upload Plot Locations: (CSV (.csv) or zipped shapefile (.zip) ONLY)

File name:

File size:

Description of Requested Activities *

Attach a detailed description of requested activities. Include:

Purpose and specific objectives of activity. If your activity involves ground disturbance, estimate the amount, location, and duration.
Animal and plant populations that may be affected by the activity.
Location of activity area(s) (Map can be supplied)
Any potential disturbances to the Station's ecosystems or cultural resources.
Will any resources be needed from Station (data, equipment, etc)? The Station has a fee schedule for certain items and services.

File name:

File size:

Field Marking Material

The markings in this list are currently in use at the station for other projects. These items are unavailable to be requested.

If you require marking materials for your project, please enter your request below. Please note that administration may not be able to honor your request as entered.

If you do not need any marking materials, please leave this field blank.

Marking materials requested

Applicant Contact Information

Enter contact information for the applicant filling out this application. Note that students must have their advisors fill out this application.

Name *

Cell Phone *

Alternate Phone

Email *

Best Contact *

Cell Phone
Alternate Phone
Email

Institution Information

Institution or Agency Name *

Department or Unit

Office Address

City

State

ZIP Code

Emergency Contact

In case of an emergency, please provide us with the information of someone you know who could be contacted:

Full Name *

Phone Number *

Ordway-Swisher Biological Station Policies

Individuals are responsible for following OSBS policies.

Have you read and understood the OSBS policies and regulations? *

Yes
No

Liability Waiver(s)

Visitors are required to complete a Liability Waiver and provide them to station personnel before the requested event can begin. The liability waiver can be downloaded by clicking on this link.

The application will be evaluated using the following considerations: Potential impacts to natural systems; potential impacts to present or future long-term use of the Station for research or instructional purposes; compliance with state and federal law, UF policies, and any stated Ordway-Swisher Biological Station policies; scientific merit and feasibility; potential conflicts with on-going Station research programs; and availability of alternative sites.

By typing in my full name below, I certify that I have read and agree to abide by the Ordway-Swisher Biological Station’s current and future use policies and any project-specific conditions appended to this application, and are aware that it is my responsibility to disseminate this information to all members of my party.

Applicant's Name *

Fee Schedule

Please note the OSBS fee schedule will apply to your request.

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