As a foreign scientist interested in working with Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary staff or on the R/V Auk, what is the estimated lead time for clearance, and who should I contact for information about obtaining ship time for research and appropriate forms?
Navigate to stellwagen.noaa.gov. Click on the 'Science' dropdown. Click on the 'For Researchers' link. Scroll down the 'For Researchers' page to find the 'Clearances' section. Identify the estimated lead time for foreign national clearance. Identify the contact person for obtaining ship time for research and appropriate forms. Synthesize this information into a concise answer.
State that foreign nationals should estimate approximately 60 days for clearance. State that Dave Slocum, the Facilities Coordinator, should be contacted for information about obtaining ship time for research and appropriate forms.