Great Parks of Hamilton County has a long history of collaborating with researchers to conduct natural resource-related studies.
Individuals can submit their own research proposal ideas or choose one from the priorities list generated by Great Parks. Great Parks’ decides which proposals are permitted and/or funded. Past research projects encompass a wide variety of topics, from vascular plant and animal resource studies to invasive species control and native plant restoration.
Those interested in conducting research in the parks must submit a proposal, natural areas guidelines and obtain a permit from Great Parks.
Research and educational permits are only valid for the calendar year in which they are granted. All projects must be completed within the calendar year in which the permit is awarded/approved unless stated otherwise.