Group use

DAY USE FEE: None. Fill out Use Permit Application Below. Donations always welcome.


For all organized groups/structured events of 15 or more people, we require a group use permit (below) to be submitted to our office at least 5 business days prior to the event.  No commercial activity, regardless of size of the activity, is allowed on our preserves without a special permit approved by the Executive Director. Liability insurance coverage naming SRA as an additional insured is a requirement for approval of all requests.

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Group Rules

Please note: NEEDS CONTENT!

    • Leave No Trace.
    • Wedding ceremonies are not permitted in any preserves.
    • Do not remove or disrupt plants, wildlife, or materials.
    • Open sunrise to sunset, daily.
    • Park cars in designated areas.
    • Motorized vehicles are prohibited. Use of Other Power-Driven Mobility Devices is restricted. For more information and approval, contact the SRA office.
    • No hunting.
    • No alcoholic beverages.
    • No loud noise or music.
    • Drones are prohibited.
    • Dogs must be leashed at all times and all pet waste bagged and removed from the preserves.
  • Fires are prohibited, except in designated campsites.
  • Camping is prohibited expect in designated campsites. Campsite reservations are required.
  • Horseback riding is permitted according to posted signs on approved trails.
  • Do not harm trees by chopping, carving or driving nails.
  • Do not litter: please carry out what you carry in.
  • Groups of 15 people or more require a group use permit.
  • Commercial activities are prohibited without a permit issued by the Executive Director and/or Board of Trustees.