Author: Ornithological Council
Field season is right around the corner! If you haven't already applied for your permits/renewals, do it ASAP.
URGENT NEWS FOR THOSE NEEDING PERMITS FROM USFWS REGION 8: This information was received by the Ornithological Council on 23 Jan 2020:
Our office is currently very short-staffed and is experiencing a backlog of one year with processing permits and mail.
Do not follow up with a hard copy unless asked to do so or if you are sending a processing fee through the mail. The only way we can accept processing fees is with a hard copy check or money order payable to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Reports – if you are submitting a report, no further action is needed.
Applications – if you are submitting an application. No further action is needed; however, we do recommend following up with our office if you have not heard from us after 6 months.
Questions – if you have a question, a response may require research and time. We appreciate your patience and will respond to your inquiry at our earliest opportunity.