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At Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, citizen scientists can participate in the scientific process, formulate research questions, conduct scientific experiments, collect, and analyze data, interpret results, make new discoveries, develop technologies and applications, and solve complex problems. All skill levels are welcome, and volunteers may work in the field or remotely.

Save the Date! We are pleased to be part of the 4th annual symposium on the Grand Staircase-Escalante Region, planned for March 20-22, 2025. Details will be posted here when finalized. Meanwhile, please visit the Escalante River Watershed Partnership to learn more.

Partners

Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument is managed by the Bureau of Land Management with assistance from Grand Staircase- Escalante Partners and Grand Canyon Trust.

Volunteers

We welcome volunteers to help further the mission of the Monument and the BLM. There is a volunteer opportunity for everyone! Contact us for more information or check GSEP Volunteer Portal for partner-led opportunities. Donations are also welcome.

Internships

Internship opportunities are occasionally available through Intergovernmental Internship Cooperative, Ancestral Lands Conservation Corps, or American Conservation Experience. Check the webpages for current offerings.

Artist in Residence

Grand Staircase occasionally hosts Artists in Residence – learn more at our GSENM Artist-in-Residence page.

Contact Us

Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument: 435-644-1200 or BLM_UT_ES_Interagency@blm.gov

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Special Recreation Permits

Local outfitters, guides, and other businesses play a large role in helping the BLM serve local communities and visitors. The BLM uses Special Recreation Permits to manage commercial recreation and organized group activities on public lands, including competitive events. Please note that general recreation by individuals and families does not require a Special Recreation Permit. Please visit Paria River District SRP Application Guidance for information on applying for a Special Recreation Permit. A current list of outfitters and guides with approved Special Recreation Permits is also available.

Citizen Scientists

Citizen Scientists may be employed in a number of particular fields including:

Flora

  • Tree age determination (dendrochronology)
  • Rare plant distribution
  • Phenology of plants
  • Lichen
  • Biological Soil Crusts

Fauna

Miscellaneous

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