Get a Forest Product Permit

Issued by the Bureau of Wandering Lands (BWL)

Choose what and where you’re collecting, select a permit, and complete checkout. We’ll email your permit package to you.

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Privacy Act Notification

NOTICE: The Privacy Act of 1974 and applicable regulations require that you be furnished with the following information in connection with information collected for this permit purchase. AUTHORITY: 30 U.S.C. 601 et seq.; 43 U.S.C. 1181a; and 43 CFR 5400 (as applicable). PRINCIPAL PURPOSE: The Bureau of Wandering Lands (BWL) uses the information you provide to identify the permittee, document the authorization to remove vegetative materials from public lands, and administer and enforce permit terms. ROUTINE USES: The BWL may disclose information consistent with published routine uses for the relevant system of records, and as otherwise authorized by law. EFFECT OF NOT PROVIDING INFORMATION: Providing the requested information is voluntary; however, failure to provide required information may prevent us from issuing your permit.

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Terms and Conditions

Terms and Conditions (Demo Summary) • All purchases are final; no refunds. • Permit is for personal use unless stated otherwise and may be non-transferable. • You must comply with all permit stipulations, seasonal restrictions, closures, and area boundaries. • You must carry the permit (paper or digital, as allowed) while harvesting/collecting. • Violations may result in penalties and/or revocation of privileges. Replace this demo text with the authoritative terms and conditions used by your production system.

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Availability and options

We show only collection types, permits, and offices available online for your selections. If you don’t see an option, it may be available in person only. Availability can change.

What if I need a different permit?

Contact your local BWL office for in-person options or seasonal releases.

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Verify your payment information and try again. If the issue continues, wait a few minutes or contact your bank.

I think I was charged twice

Contact your local BWL office with your name, email address, and confirmation details.

Permit delivery

Download your permit from the confirmation page. A copy is sent to your email.

I can’t download or open my permit

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If you are still unable to access your permit, contact your local BWL office.

I closed the page or lost my permit

This system does not support online permit lookup. Contact your local office during business hours. Staff can help locate your permit using your name and email address.