Commercial Use Authorization Packet Checklist

Application Checklist:

• Applications must be completed by new operators and current operators each year.
• Go to the National Park Service - Commercial Use Authorization website to complete and submit a Commercial Use Authorization Application form. Submit with the complete application package online.
  • Click on the button for "Opportunities" and then click "Search by Park". Type in Cape Cod National Seashore to take you to our Park's CUA page in the online system.
  • Please contact the Cape Cod National Seashore's Commercial Services Office if you are uncertain which Service Type applies to your request.
• Instruct your insurance company to send an Insurance Certificate naming the United States of America as an additional insured to the Commercial Services Office of Cape Cod National Seashore by email or hardcopy. Reference Item 9 of CUA Application. It is the operator’s responsibility to ensure that the park receives its current insurance information.
• Submit a statement explaining your policy regarding the use of a Visitor Acknowledgement of Risk forms. Are you using the risk form provided by Cape Cod National Seashore, a company specific risk form, or is no form used? If you’re using a form other than the one provided by Cape Cod National Seashore please include a copy of your form with the application package. See condition #3 in the Special Park Conditions in the application.
• Enclose any and all advertising (brochures, magnets, flyers, etc) and website address with a schedule of planned trips to Cape Cod National Seashore.
• Enclose a list of certifications (medical, driving, vessel operations, etc) for all employees, including expiration dates of First Aid and CPR certification. Additions or changes to the certifications list will be updated via the
• Include your payment of the non-refundable application fee online.