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Can I reserve a shelter house?: Yes. We allow reservations at many of our shelter houses. You can fill out an online reservation application via mycountyparks.com.
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1. Does my carry permit allow me to shoot at the Big Hollow range?: No. Anyone wishing to use the Big Hollow Shooting Range must take our shooting range certification course and pay the annual fee.

2. Can I reserve a campsite?: About half of the sites at Big Hollow are reservable via www.mycountyparks.com. All other campsites are walk-up only.

3. Can I reserve a shelter house?: Yes. We allow reservations at many of our shelter houses. You can fill out an online reservation application via mycountyparks.com.
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4. How do I request permission to host a special event at a DMCC facility?: Fill out the Special Event Application form Here.
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5. Where can I find information on Emerald Ash Borer?: Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) information is available from several state and federal resources using the following links:
www.emeraldashborer.info
www.IowaTreePests.com
ISU Extension
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