The Recreation And Permit Tracking Online Reporting (RAPTOR) system currently supports applications for three modules:
- Scientific Research Authorizations
- Paleontology Permitting
- Special Recreation
The RAPTOR system is designed to help external users navigate the process for obtaining a permit, as well as provide for consistency in internal BLM processes. For those programs that require reporting, the system also provides for the submission of reports.
Scientific Research Authorizations Videos
![]() | 1. What is RAPTOR and when to use it? (2:18 minutes) |
![]() | 2. Using the dashboard (2:43 minutes) |
3. How to create and submit your application (11:32 minutes) | |
![]() | 4. Uploading files with your application (1:34 minutes) |
![]() | 5. Responding to a BLM request for additional information (2:11 minutes) |
![]() | 6. Reporting on your permit (5:08 minutes) |
7. How to prepare and upload your spatial data (13:20 minutes) |
Help
- If you have more questions about the system, please contact the BLM.
- You can also submit questions or comments at the Public Help Desk.
- You can learn more at the RAPTOR system page.