571—44.2(321G,321I,461A,462A,481A) Definitions. For the purposes of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply:
“Accredited postsecondary institution or program” means an institution or program listed in the U.S. Department of Education’s database of accredited postsecondary institutions and programs.
“Administrative processing fee” means the fee collected for the processing of each special event application that is submitted.
“All-terrain vehicle” or “ATV” means a motorized flotation-tire vehicle with not less than three and not more than six low-pressure tires that is limited in engine displacement to less than 1,000 cubic centimeters and in total dry weight to less than 1,000 pounds and that has a seat or saddle designed to be straddled by the operator and handlebars for steering control.
“Bass fishing tournament” means an event with the purpose of fishing for black bass as defined in 2017 Iowa Acts, Senate File 257. For purposes of this chapter, “bass fishing tournament” is included in the definition of “special event” unless otherwise specified.
“Catfish fishing tournament” means an event with the purpose of fishing for catfish from boats that meets the definition of “fishing tournament.” For purposes of this chapter, “catfish fishing tournament” is included in the definition of “special event” unless otherwise specified.
“Centralized special events application system” means the web-based system used by applicants to submit applications for special events as permitted under this chapter. Approved applications shall be placed on a calendar of events web page, accessible from the department’s homepage, to inform the general public of scheduled events on public, or when applicable, private, land, water, and ice.
“Department” means the Iowa department of natural resources.
“Field and retriever meet or trial” means an event held on either private or public land where the skill of dogs in pointing, retrieving, trailing, or chasing any game bird, game animal, or fur-bearing animal is demonstrated. For purposes of this chapter, “field and retriever meet or trial” is included in the definition of “special event” unless otherwise specified.
“Fishing tournament” means any organized fishing event, except for department-sponsored fishing events held for educational purposes, involving any of the following: (1) six or more boats or 12 or more participants, except for waters of the Mississippi River, where the number of boats shall be 20 or more and the number of participants shall be 40 or more; (2) an entry fee is charged; or (3) prizes or other inducements are awarded. Additionally, a “virtual fishing tournament,” also known as a “catch-photo-release” tournament, is a fishing tournament where fish are not possessed (i.e., not placed in a live well) by the angler but instead are photographed and released upon catching. An “aggregated virtual fishing tournament” occurs when all participants are present on one body of water simultaneously. A “distributed virtual fishing tournament” occurs when participants are present on two or more bodies of water. Additionally, only five or fewer participants may be present on any one body of water simultaneously, and the tournament may occur over an extended time frame. For purposes of this chapter, “fishing tournament” is included in the definition of “special event” unless otherwise specified.
“Friends group” means an organization incorporated under Iowa Code chapter 504 or prior statutory authority as a not-for-profit group which has been formed solely for the purpose of promoting and enhancing a particular state park, recreation area, or the Iowa state park system, or any combination of the three.
“Off-road motorcycle” or “ORM” means a two-wheeled motor vehicle that has a seat or saddle designed to be straddled by the operator and handlebars for steering control and that is intended by the manufacturer for use on natural terrain. “Off-road motorcycle” includes a motorcycle that was originally issued a certificate of title and registered for highway use under Iowa Code chapter 321, but which contains design features that enable operation over natural terrain.
“Off-road utility vehicle” or “OHV” means a motorized flotation-tire vehicle with not less than four and not more than eight low-pressure tires that is limited in engine displacement to less than 1,500 cubic centimeters and in total dry weight to not more than 1,800 pounds and that has a seat that is of bucket or bench design, not intended to be straddled by the operator, and a steering wheel or control levers for control. A motorized vehicle that was previously titled or is currently titled under Iowa Code chapter 321 shall not be registered or operated as an off-road utility vehicle.
“Permit” means a document issued by the department that enumerates all stipulations, requirements, and contingencies that the applicant must accept and adhere to throughout the duration of the approved special event.
“Public land” means land under the jurisdiction of the natural resource commission.
“Public water” means water and ice under the jurisdiction of the natural resource commission.
“Sailing school” means an organization that provides basic and advanced sailing instruction by U.S. Sailing-certified instructors and is affiliated with a yacht club, an accredited postsecondary institution or program, a private or public primary or secondary school, a scouting organization, or a religious institution.
“Snowmobile” means a motorized vehicle weighing less than 1,000 pounds which uses sled-type runners or skis, endless belt-type tread with a width of 48 inches or less, or any combination of runners, skis, or tread and which is designed for travel on snow or ice. “Snowmobile” does not include an all-terrain vehicle, as defined in Iowa Code section 321I.1, which has been altered or equipped with runners, skis, belt-type tracks, or treads.
“Special event” means either of the following occurring on public land, water, or ice:
1. An organized race, tournament, exhibition, demonstration, or other planned event in which an admission fee is charged, prizes are awarded, or competition occurs between participants;
2. A planned event that, due to its nature, potential or actual size, or length, would likely adversely impact the use of the area by the public.
“Vessel” means every description of watercraft, other than a seaplane, used or capable of being used as a means of transportation on water or ice.
[ARC 9114B, IAB 10/6/10, effective 9/10/10; ARC 9539B, IAB 6/1/11, effective 7/6/11; ARC 3443C, IAB 11/8/17, effective 12/13/17; ARC 5054C, IAB 6/17/20, effective 7/22/20]