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Commercial Use Authorizations

September 1, 2009 - October 30 - 2009

The National Park Service will be accepting applications for Commercial Use Authorizations from individuals or businesses wishing to offer 1) guided fishing trips, 2) dive and/or snorkeling trips, 3) guided wildlife viewing trips and 4) sailing charters to Dry Tortugas National Park during 2010/2011 The deadline for submitting an application and additional information is October 30, 2009.

To obtain the information and forms necessary to complete your application please check back on this website for forms that are being updated and available for download on September 1, 2009.

Each of these documents will assist you in applying for one of the 30 Commercial Use Authorizations that will allow you to provide recreational services within the boundaries of Dry Tortugas National Park.

Application

Application Instruction Guide

Supplemental Questions

 

 

 SEAPLANE COMMERCIAL USE AUTHORIZATION

October 1, 2009 - November 25, 2009

The National Park Service will be accepting applications for a Seaplane Commercial Use Authorization from businesses who wish to offer seaplane transportation from Key West to the Dry Tortugas National Park. This authorization will be for a two year period commencing in January 2010 and ending in December 2011.

Application and supporting documentation must be received by the close of business on November 25, 2009.

Download the information and Application materials from the links below beginning on October 1, 2009.

SEAPLANE CUA APPLICATION

SEAPLANE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

SEAPLANE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS

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Loggerhead Sea Turtle on the Beach  

Did You Know?
The Dry Tortugas derived their name from the abundance of turtles that could be found in the area. Even today, lucky visitors may be able to spot loggerhead, green, hawksbill, and leatherback sea turtles plying the waters.

Last Updated: October 01, 2009 at 19:56 EST