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Special Uses - Outfitting and Guide Links

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Federal Register NoticeDirectives for Forest Service Outfitting and Guiding Special Use Permits and Insurance Requirements for Forest Service Special Use Permits Sep 17, 2008FSH 2709.11 Chapter 30, Section 36 – Outfitting and GuidingAccessibility GuidelinesForest Service Outdoor Recreation Accessibility GuidelinesSample Business PlanSample Business Plan (DOCX, 133 KB)Outfitting and Guide…
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Special Uses - Applying for a Permit, Existing Uses

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For Existing UsesFrequently Asked Questions–issuance of special-use authorizations for existing uses on Natonal Forest System lands.The Forest Service authorizes many different types of uses on National Forest System (NFS) lands. The following set of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) will help you determine the process for issuing a new special use authorization when there is a change in…
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Special Uses - Applying for a Permit, Commercial

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Commercial Recreation ActivitiesFrequently asked questions regarding recreation events on National Forest System Lands.The Forest Service authorizes a number of recreational activities on National Forest System (NFS) lands. The following set of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) will help you determine whether your proposal would be considered a recreation event. Compare these FAQs with those…
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Special Uses – Campground Concession

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Campground Concession Desk GuideZip files containing the entire Desk Guide (ZIP, 2.81 MB)Sample Business Plan for use with Campground Concessionaire Permits (RTF, 1.4 MB)Cover Page (PDF, 19 KB)Table of Contents (PDF, 41 KB)Chapter 1: Introduction 1-1Chapter 1: Introduction 1-1 (PDF, 230 KB)Preface 1-1Acknowledgements 1-1Program Objective 1-1Purpose of the Desk Guide 1-1Background 1-2Benefits of…
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Filming and Photography

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Cameraman McCarthy and Director Chas. MacDonald on location during the filming of the “Blessing” on Hot springs, Montana, Beaverhead National Forest. (USDA Forest Service photo). How the Forest Service manages filming and photography authorizations changed with the passage of the Expanding…
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How to Contract with the Forest Service

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The Forest Service works with many businesses in the pursuit of attaining our mission. As a business owner, it is your responsibility to market and sell your company's products or services to the agency. The following information may assist you in your marketing efforts.There are three kinds of contracts:Construction: Involves the construction, alteration or repair (including excavating and…
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