Kenai River Guide Application

KENAI RIVER GUIDE
STATE OF ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF PARKS AND OUTDOOR RECREATION
NON-COMPETITIVE COMMERCIAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION
A Commercial Use Permit (CUP) is required for anyone conducting commercial activities (as defined in 11 AAC 12.340(19) *) within any unit of the State Park system. Examples of commercial activities include guided activities, charter services, transportation services, outfitting, supply, or equipment sales or rentals within a park.

A person may not provide professional guide services within the Kenai River Special Management Area without first obtaining a valid Kenai River permit issued by the division. This permit is only valid for the calendar year in which it was issued. Requirements for a Kenai River guide permit can be found under 11 AAC 20.885.

To complete this application you must provide:
- A Certificate of Commercial Liability Insurance on an ACORD form with the State of Alaska listed as additionally insured (see General Stipulation #3 for more details) - Required for Business Owners
- Kenai River Guide Academy Certificate for first year applicants - Required
- Driver’s License - Required
- First Aid Card - Required
- Proof of Drug Program or negative DOT 5-panel drug test within the last 30 days - Required for Guides
- US Coast Guard License - Required for Motorized
- Alaska Fish and Game Guide Card - Required
- Alaska Fish and Game Business Guide Card - Required for Business Owners
- Alaska Business License Number - Required for Business Owners
Allow 30 days for processing your application. Instructions for payment will be sent to the email address provided on the application.

Permit Fees:
A non-refundable permit application processing fee of $100

Annual Kenai River Guide permit fee of $1000

An expedite fee of $100 may be charged for permits requested to be issued in less than 5 business days.

Boat Launch Passes are not included in the permit. Passes can be purchased online at dnr.alaska.gov/park/passes or by calling the Public Information Office at 907-269-8400.

For additional questions, email us at parkpermitting@alaska.gov.

Be ready to be attached the following to this application:
- Driver's License - Required for Guides
- USCG License - Required for Motorized Guides Only
- ADF&G Guide Card - Required for Guides
- Proof of Drug Program or Negative DOT 5-panel Drug Test Results - Required for Guides
- First Aid Certification - Required for Guides
- ADF&G Business Guide Card - Required for Business Owners Only
- Kenai River Guide Academy Certification - Required for First Year Guides Only

KENAI RIVER GUIDE
STATE OF ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF PARKS AND OUTDOOR RECREATION
NON-COMPETITIVE COMMERCIAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION
I am applying as a:*

Business owner onlyBusiness owner and guideGuide only
I will be operating a*

Motorized boatNon-motorized boats only
I am a*

New applicantReturning applicant
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
Optional Additional Email
Phone Number*
Mailing Address: All decals will be mailed to this location*

Street Address or PO Box

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Residency Status*

I am a resident of Alaska per AS 16.05.415(a)I am a resident of a different state
Emergency Contact Name*
Emergency Phone*
Business I am working for:*
Business Name*
As listed on your Alaska Business License
Business License Number*
Per AS 43.70.020(a) a business license is required for the privilege of engaging in business in the State of Alaska.
LAS Number*
Your LAS number stays the same each year, it will be listed at the top of all previous State Park Commercial Use Permits.
Application Supporting Documents
Attach a copy of your US Coast Guard License*

This requirement applies to operating motorized vessels within KRSMA.
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Attach a copy of your ADF&G Fishing Guide Card*

This is required for all Kenai River Fishing Guides.
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Attach a copy of your First Aid certification*

This is required for all Kenai River Fishing Guides.
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Attach a copy of your driver's license*

This is required for all Kenai River Fishing Guides.
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Attach proof of enrollment in a USCG approved drug program or a DOT 5-panel negative drug test result taken in the last 30 days prior to application*

11 AAC 20.88(c)(4): Applicants must provide proof of a negative drug test from a program not excluded under 46C.F.R. 16.109 or 49 C.F.R. 40.361 - 40.413; and administered no more than 30 days before the date on which the department receives the person's application; or registration in a random drug testing program made applicable to the permit under 11 AAC 18.030 (b)(1).
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Attach your Kenai River Guide Academy certificate*

This is required for all first year Kenai River Fishing Guides.
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Attach a copy of your ADF&G Business Guide Card*

This is required for all business owners operating within KRSMA.
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Vehicles and Boats

List all vehicles and boats to be used for commercial operations in a State Park.
Add vehicle(s) to your permit - Does not carry over from previous years*

YesNo
Vehicle(s)
Add boat(s) to your permit - Does not carry over from previous years*

YesNo
Boat(s)
The boat(s) I am using under this permit are:*

Owned by me or my employerRented
Who do you rent the boat(s) from?*
Did you sell or purchase boat(s) registered with 3-digit Kenai River Guide numbers in the last year?*

YesNo
What was the 3-digit number, and was it removed from the boat(s)? If you sold the boat(s) to a registered Kenai River Fishing Guide, provide their name and business. *
Park Units

Please include all additional areas within the Alaska State Park system you would like to operate as a fishing guide such as the Kasilof, Deep Creek, Anchor Point, etc. Certain areas outside of KRSMA may require an End-of-Season report. Any non-guided fishing activity will require a seperate permit.
Would you like to add additional areas to your permit authorization?*

No, I am operating within the Kenai River Special Management Area onlyYes, there are other areas I would like to be a fishing guide in Alaska State Parks
Add a Park Unit(s)
Stipulations for Kenai River Commercial Fishing Guide Permits
Commercial General Liability Insurance
Here is an example of an insurance policy on an ACORD form that meets the requirement for commercial operators within Alaska State Parks.
Insurance Required. Without limiting indemnification, commercial operators providing services in State Park lands and waters must maintain liability insurance with coverage and limits adequate to protect both the Permittee and the State (including its officers, agents, and employees) from liabilities arising from operations on state land. A Certificate of Insurance (COI), on an ACORD form, must be submitted with the permit application. The COI must name the State as an additional insured with respect to the Permittee’s operations on or in conjunction with the permitted premises, using the following address for the State:

State of Alaska
Department of Natural Resources
Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation
550 West 7th Ave., Suite 1380
Anchorage, AK 99501

The COI must include provisions for notice of cancellation, non-renewal, or material change as required by the policy. Insurance must be maintained continuously throughout the permit term. Policies must be written on an “occurrence” basis unless otherwise approved by the Division of Risk Management, Department of Administration. Failure to provide or maintain satisfactory insurance is a material breach and may result in permit termination.
Attach a Certificate of Commercial General Liability Insurance that meets requirements stated above and lists the State of Alaska as additionally insured.*

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Have you been convicted of a felony within the last 5 years?*

YesNo
Have you been convicted of more than one misdemeanor violation of a provision of 5 AAC 47 - 5 AAC 75?*

YesNo
Signature
I, the permittee, attest the information submitted on this form and any attachments are true, complete, and accurate to the best of my knowledge. The permittee has read and agreed to the permit stipulations and understands that the breach of any of the stipulations is cause for revocation or suspension. By signing this form, the permittee agrees to conduct the authorized activity under this permit in accordance with the attached general stipulations that are incorporated upon the issuance of this permit. Information provided in this application is made available to the public through a public records request.
Signature*

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Date of Signature*

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KENAI RIVER GUIDESTATE OF ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCESDIVISION OF PARKS AND OUTDOOR RECREATIONNON-COMPETITIVE COMMERCIAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION

KENAI RIVER GUIDESTATE OF ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCESDIVISION OF PARKS AND OUTDOOR RECREATIONNON-COMPETITIVE COMMERCIAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION

Application Supporting Documents

Vehicles and Boats

Stipulations for Kenai River Commercial Fishing Guide Permits

Commercial General Liability Insurance

Signature

KENAI RIVER GUIDE
STATE OF ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF PARKS AND OUTDOOR RECREATION
NON-COMPETITIVE COMMERCIAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION

KENAI RIVER GUIDE
STATE OF ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF PARKS AND OUTDOOR RECREATION
NON-COMPETITIVE COMMERCIAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION