Satellite site permitting advice

To conduct a satellite site on public land, you may need to secure a permit. Here are some tips from Bromecast participants who have successfully navigated the process:

• Reach out directly to the local office (BLM, Forest Service, etc.) to explain the value of the project and exactly what the work entails.

• Emphasize that the vegetation removal treatment will only be applied to two small plots (less than 2.6 m-squared each).

• Herbicide application typically requires a form called a PUP to be filled out by someone who is certified to apply the chemicals. However, because Rodeo (glyphosate) is not considered "restricted use" this may not be necessary.

• We will only use cheatgrass seeds collected from the site, and only a fraction of the collected seeds will be planted back into the site.

• If possible, see if the experiment can be covered under an existing permit. 

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If you have more questions, email Peter, and he will put you in touch with people who can offer advice.