This has already occurred to different degrees in some of the areas and are awaiting cleanup. Over the years, many projects conducted in the Natural Areas have required simple to elaborate marking systems and materials. That does not meet the level of responsibility or professionalism expected of researchers using the sites. Any materials left must be with the knowledge of the CNA office and duly recorded with pertinent information. Each researcher is responsible for returning the site to it's original condition upon completion of the project.
Advisors are ultimately responsible for ensuring that their students clean up their sites.
Future permits may be denied to researchers until their past project materials are cleaned up. It is important that permits for class field trips be turned in at least two weeks in advance of the scheduled trip to avoid conflicts with ongoing research or other class visits. Students should be cautioned to stay on trails as much as possible and avoid any research markings. Some areas have restrictions on class use. Title Submission Titles of any manuscripts, reports, thesis', etc. which result from work done on Natural Area sites should be sent to the Committee on Natural Areas office.