Hunting & Trapping
Explore the beauty and bounty of hunting and trapping in Iowa, from white-tailed deer to pheasants to migratory game birds.
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2025/26 Iowa Hunting, Trapping, & Migratory Game Bird Regulations
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2025/26 Iowa Hunting Seasons & Limits Card
Quick reference printable card.
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2025/26 Iowa Migratory Game Bird Seasons & Limits Card
Quick reference printable card.
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Resident Licenses & Applications
Resident licensing applications, requirements, dog trials, establishing residency in Iowa, and more.
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Nonresident Hunting & Applications
Nonresident hunting guide, maps, forms, & more.
REPORT YOUR SIGHTING
Iowa's Wild Turkey Survey
Volunteer by keeping a lookout for wild turkeys while working and enjoying your time in Iowa.
For more information: Introduction to Documenting Turkey Broods (.pdf), offered by the Indiana DNR.
Centennial Celebration
A Century of Iowa Pheasant Hunting, Rush of the Flush
Iowa has long been known as one of the best places in the United States to hunt pheasants. Our rich tradition began on October 20, 1925, and to mark this occasion, the Iowa DNR is celebrating.
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Hunting information by Critter
Hunters, Report Your Harvest
Share your harvest numbers online or call 1-800-771-4692 with your registration number and follow the prompts! You can also check online for Iowa's current harvest reports by county.
EHD & Bluetongue Reporting
Hunters and landowners that suspect hemorrhagic disease-related deer mortalities are encouraged to report their observations using the EHD/Bluetongue Reporting Tool. Or, see a dashboard of annual reports.
Reporting this information leads to a better understanding of where and how these diseases are affecting Iowa's deer population.
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