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Assateague Island National Seashore
Special Use Permit
 

Special Events - Maryland only

Special events are prohibited within National Park Service areas without a permit. Requests for special events within the National Seashore must be made in writing, using the Special Use Permit Application Form. Fees to recover costs associated with permitting special uses within the Seashore are required. A $50.00 application fee is the minimum fee charged. Additional costs will be billed at the termination of the permit. Performance bonds and liability insurance may be required. Please allow adequate time for processing and mailing permits-a minimum of 10 business days.

An area at North Ocean Beach in Maryland has been designated for special events, such as weddings and beach parties. Call the ranger station at 410-641-3030 for more information.

 

Waterfowl Hunting - Maryland only

Waterfowl hunting permits are valid for the annual hunting season. Permits are $20.00 and should be obtained at the North Ocean Beach Ranger Station prior to hunting. Call the ranger station at 410-641-3030 for more information.

 

Filming Permits

  1. All commercial filiming and some still photography require a permit and are subject to cost recovery and location fees. No waivers are allowed.
  2. Original Filming Permit Applications must be submitted in writing along with application fee of $50.00 and location fee. Please allow adequate time for processing and mailing permits-a minimum of 10 business days.
  3. Performance bonds and liabillity insurance may be required.

Commercial Filming/Videos
1-2 people, camera & tripod=$0/day
1-10 people=$150/day
11-30 people=$250/day
31-49 people=$500/day
Over 50 people=$750/day

Still Photography
1-10 people=$50/day
11-30 people=$150/day
Over 30 people=$250/day

Call the ranger station at 410-641-3030 for more information.

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Over-Sand Vehicle Permit Information
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Hunting information at Assateague Island National Seashore.
2009-2010 Hunting Regulations
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Surfmen of the U.S. Life-Saving Service at the Assateague Beach Lifesaving Station. 4 kb  

Did You Know?
"You have to go out, but you don't have to come back." Such was the life of a surfman from fall to spring. The forgotten heroes of the U.S. Life-Saving Service rescued numerous shipwreck victims from Assateague's waters. The island was home to 4 Life-Saving Stations in the late 1800's-early 1900's.

Last Updated: June 03, 2009 at 17:23 EST