The Commercial Use Authorization (CUA) authorizes out-of-park commercial services provided by commercial operators that originate and terminate their services outside of National Park Service (NPS) boundaries. All advertisement, solicitation of business and acceptance of any form of compensation occurs outside NPS boundaries. Authorized services will have minimal impact on the Preserve’s resources and values.

The following documents will be submitted to Special Use Permit Coordinator as part of the application package.

Application

Insurance Coverage (declarations page and parts I & II)

Include Copies of Business Licensing

Permit Fees ($100 non-refundable application fee payable to Big Cypress National Preserve)

Taxpayer Identification Number

Complete application packages can be sent to Commercial Services Coordinator, Big Cypress National Preserve, 33100 Tamiami Trail East, Ochopee, FL 34141