Camping
Camping is not allowed except by written permission.

Campfires
Campfires are not allowed except by written permission and after obtaining a permit from the local fire department.

Drones
Drones are not allowed except by written permission.

Group Use
Individuals and organizations may request permission to lead guided tours or group activities on SMF properties, provided:

  • Permission is requested in advance.
  • SMF is provided with the date, time and hours of the tour.
  • All property rules are followed.
  • No fee is charged.

NOTE: SMF reserves the right to decline requests at staff discretion.

Rocketry
Rocketry is not allowed except with written permission.

Geocaching
Geocaching is not allowed except with written permission.

Release of species
No species shall be released on any Foundation property without prior written permission.

Research
Research on Foundation property may be allowed upon proposal submission, Foundation review and approval. The proposal shall include:

  • the scope, intent and location of the research;
  • the parties involved;
  • the research timeframe, including the proposed days and times on site; and,
  • what shall be collected from Foundation property and by whom.

If approved, the researcher must agree to share the data and all other relevant information regarding samples found on Foundation property with the Foundation. The researcher must also agree to not divulge information regarding the specific location of any endangered or threatened species or sensitive cultural artifact found on Foundation property.

Firewood
The harvesting of wood for firewood or other purposes is allowed on certain SMF properties with a firewood collection permit and is governed by the Foundation’s separate Policy on the Harvesting of Wood.