Kayaking event on the Missouri National Recreational River
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How to Acquire a Permit
An application for the event must be completed and returned to the park for processing and approval before the event can occur. Along with a completed application, there are other requirements that may include the following: an application fee of $50 (First Amendment activities are exempt), event monitoring, location fee, and conditions/requirements specific to each event.
Once the application is received, the processing of your permit may take some time. There are dates, location, staffing, potential expenses, and possible liability and insurance issues that must be considered before a permit is approved. Accordingly, a final approved permit may not be received until just prior to the event. Contingent upon an approved written permit, event planning may proceed. However, there are park specific terms and conditions that require compliance in the permit.
Download and fill out the Special Use Permit Application to go along with your non-refundable application fee. It is recommended to apply for a permit at least two months before the event occurs.
To submit your application, you may e-mail us (preferred) or mail the application to:
Missouri National Recreational River
Attn: Special Use Permits
508 E 2nd St
Yankton, SD 57078
