Special Use Permit Application

Patrick Henry Square, Vincennes.

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Rules and regulations pertinent to special use permits:

• One person should serve as liaison with the National Park Service.

• Please note that this permit application does not serve as permission to conduct any special activity in the park. The information provided will be used to determine whether a permit will be issued.

• Please complete it the permit and return to park staff as soon as possible either by returning in person or by email to [e-mail]

• The permittee and all members of the group will comply with any instructions from the NPS representative.

• Launching, landing, or operating an unmanned aircraft from or on lands and waters administered by the National Park Service within the boundaries of George Rogers Clark National Historical Park is prohibited. ---The term, unmanned aircraft, means a device that is used or is intended to be used for flight in the air without the possibility of direct human intervention from within or on the device, and the associated operational elements and components that are required for the pilot or system operator in command to operate or to control the device (such as cameras, sensors, communication links). This term includes all types of devices that meet this definition (e.g. model airplanes, quadcopters, drones) that are used for any purpose, including for recreation or for commerce.

• Nothing shall be attached to any cultural or natural object, bench, handrail, fence, tree, shrub, or other object.

• Any public address system being used shall be adjusted to accommodate only those people in the immediate area.

• Food booths will be operated in compliance with all public health and safety requirements.

• The area will be left in the same condition as found. Any park property damaged by, or as a result of, the permit holder, will be replaced or repaired at the cost of the permit holder.

• Litter containers must be provided by the permittee. The permittee will also be responsible for emptying these containers.

• No stock animals are allowed on park grounds. Pets must be on a leash and away from the public.

• It is expressly agreed and understood that this permit does not authorize the permittee to advertise, solicit business, collect fees, or sell any goods or services on lands owned and controlled by the United States. Exceptions may be made with prior approval from the Park Superintendent.

• The permittee is responsible for providing for any and all security for the event including evening and night security.

• Any activities that are not specifically mentioned in the permit require additional written permission from the Park Superintendent.

• No holes may be dug in the lawn, and no stakes or anchors may be set unless specifically allowed in the permit and only in locations have been identified by park management as allowed.

• Vehicles may not be parked or driven on lawn areas of the park. Vehicles may be permitted on paved areas for loading and unloading only if conditions permit (as determined by park management) and specifically allowed in the permit. All vehicles must be removed once unloading is complete.

• All clean up and removal activities are to be completed by the close of business on the day following the close of the event.

• Any stage including performing area, generators, and other equipment which may cause damage to the lawn or other natural features, must be confined to paved areas.

The Special Use Permit Application NPS 10-930 form may be filled out and emailed to [e-mail], dropped off at or mailed to:

George Rogers Clark NHP Visitor Center
Attn: Permit Coordinator
401 S. 2nd St.
Vincennes, IN 47591

For more information contact the park at [phone] ext. 1206