Field Research Form

Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies
Box AB (2801 Sharon Turnpike)
Millbrook, New York 12545-0129
Telephone 845-677-5343
FAX 845-677-5976

Procedure for filing application for access to field sites at the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies, Millbrook, New York.

1. Submit requests for application materials and return completed forms to:
Michael J. Fargione
Manager, Field Research and Outdoor Programs
Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies
Box AB, 2801 Sharon Turnpike
Millbrook, NY 12545
fargionem@caryinstitute.org
845-677-7600 ext. 124

2. Applications must be accompanied by a project proposal describing precisely what you want to do and why you want to do it at Cary. When appropriate, include the numbers of plants/animals that will be collected, captured, tagged, removed, etc. Also, include copies of current New York and Federal permits as required for your work. NOTE: If animals are to be used, you must submit the approval from your organization’s animal use committee stating that your proposal has been reviewed and approval granted (IACUC).

3. Applications will be reviewed and discussed by our scientific staff. Applicants will be notified in writing of a decision. Please allow at least two weeks for this process. Successful applicants will meet with the Manager of Field Research and Outdoor Programs to select sites, receive access permits and to discuss access regulations.

4. A brief project report/update must be submitted at the end of each field season.

5. A reprint or copy of the final project report must be submitted following the completion of the project.

6. The Institute must be acknowledged as the site where your work was conducted in any publications that result from this work. The proper way to acknowledge the Institute is as follows: Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies Millbrook, NY

7. Applications for access must be renewed and updated each year.

Name*

First NameLast Name

E-mail*

Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry

Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number

Role in Project*

Co-PIs

Project Title*

Funding Source

Duration of Funding

Has the funding source put any restrictions on your use or dissemination of your results?

NoYes

If yes, please describe restrictions

Duration of Field Activities

Most Active Time of Day

Typical Site Requirements

Do you plan to conduct activities in the buildings or within the fenced grounds at the Cary West site?

NoYes

Project Activities*

e.g., cutting, capturing, tagging, equipment installation, etc.

Do you have IACUC approval if this project involves work with vertebrates?*

YesNoPendingNot Applicable

If yes, please email your IACUC protocol to the Cary Manager of Field Research and Outdoor Programs.

IACUC Protocol Number

IACUC Approval Date

MonthDayYear

NY Permit Number

Federal Permit Number

I agree to provide the resources necessary to clean up my field site and to do so in a timely manner*

Enter your initials to agree.

Please verify that you are human*