Application
Everyone is required to have a collection permit to remove any forest products from a State Forest Reserve.
To apply for a collection permit for the Forest Reserve System start the application process at https://arcg.is/1viDDL .
- An interactive map will open. You will need to know ahead of time what forest reserve has the item(s) you want to collect. You can apply for a permit for any forest reserve that is colored green. Navigate to the desired forest reserve in the map.
(1) Type here to search for a Forest Reserve by name; (2) Click on this icon to bring up the legend for the map.
- Click on the Forest Reserve in the map that you want to apply for a permit.
- A pop-up with information will appear.
- Click on “Click here” in the pop-up to launch the application form.
- The application will open and the District Information will auto fill based on the location selected on the map.
- Fill in your first and last name as it appears on your ID.
Select a Primary Collection Date and one Alternate Date for your collection permit.
- Fill in the rest of the required applicant information including your mailing and email address. Required fields are indicated with a red asterisk.
- To add additional people to the permit select yes, this will enable Additional Permittees. Fill in the legal first and last name for every person you want to add.
(1) Click on the + to add another person; (2) Click on trash can to remove a person from the permit
The Reserve Location will auto fill based on the selection from the map. Review to make sure the information is correct.
Review the item summary. You cannot apply for paid and free items on the same permit. A warning will appear below the summary and you will not be able to submit your application. To resolve the issue you can apply for them on separate permit applications or revise the amounts requested.
The error message will disappear if you correct the issue.
Review the Total Item Pricing. If the information is correct hit Submit.
