Get How To Get An Arkansas Game And Fish Scientific Collection Permit Form

Obtaining a Scientific Collection Permit from the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is essential for researchers and educators who wish to collect specimens for scientific purposes. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions for completing the permit application form online.

Follow the steps to complete your application effectively.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the application form and open it in your preferred editor.
2. Begin by providing your applicant information. Fill in the required fields such as your name, date of birth, mailing address, email, and phone numbers. Include any previous permit number, if applicable.
3. Indicate your sponsoring institution. Provide the name and mailing address of the agency or firm supporting your application, and ensure that someone other than yourself (such as a supervisor) signs and includes their title.
4. Specify the purpose of your collection. This can include scientific research, educational exercises, biomonitoring, or other specified purposes. If applicable, attach a proposal detailing your research.
5. Outline your expected collection efforts. Indicate the number of trips you anticipate making during the permit validity period, selecting from options like ‘Less Than 5’, ‘Up to 20’, ‘Up to 50’, or ‘Over 50’.
6. List the areas where you plan to collect. Clearly describe the counties, Wildlife Management Areas, and other public lands where your collecting will take place.
7. Include the names and mailing addresses of individuals who will be collecting as sub-permitees under your permit. If there are more than four individuals, attach a separate list.
8. If your collection efforts will target rare or endangered species, complete the relevant section. List the common and scientific names of the species, the number you intend to collect, and specify how many will be permanently removed from the population. Remember to attach your project proposal and justification.
9. Complete the taxonomic groups section by checking the number of specimens to be permanently removed for each group of species. Specify target species where applicable and ensure to follow any relevant regulations.
10. Indicate how you plan to dispose of the collected specimens. Options may include releasing them at the capture point, marking/tagging them, or holding them in captivity.
11. Select the methods you will use for the collection, such as hand collection, traps, hooks, or other specified techniques. Be sure to comply with any necessary licensing requirements.
12. Finally, review your application for completeness. Provide your signature and date, ensuring that you've met all prior reporting requirements and adequately justified your application.
13. Once you have filled out the form carefully, save your changes. You may choose to download, print, or share the completed form with the appropriate parties.

Take the next step towards responsible scientific research by completing your application for the permit online today.