Special Use Permits
Permits enable the public to engage in legitimate wildlife-related activities and ensure that such activities are carried out in a manner that safeguards wildlife. Additionally, some permits promote conservation efforts by authorizing scientific research, generating data, or allowing wildlife management and rehabilitation activities to go forward.

At the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge, wildlife comes first. For this reason, Special Use Permits are required in order to conduct these types of activities.  We request permit applications be submitted at least three months in advance.  For questions please contact our Biologist.  
 

Visit the National Wildlife Refuge System web site for more information on Special Use Permits.
Additional information can be found at How to Obtain a Permit, FAQs/Facts, or Application Forms.