DNR Air Quality to provide streamlined public notice 4/24/2018 11:11:00 AM View Count 3294 DES MOINES - Starting April 18, Iowa DNR will provide online public notice of air quality operating and major source construction permits.
Delay mowing of roadside ditches to protect ground nesting birds, pollinators 4/17/2018 12:31:00 PM View Count 35286 Iowa law prohibits mowing roadside ditches each year between March 15 and July 15, to protect ground-nesting birds and to prevent nest destruction.
Stay safe this paddling season 4/17/2018 12:30:00 PM View Count 4080 Paddlers are itching to get out on the water after this year’s long and cold winter. Review these simple safety tips before you head out on the water for your first paddling trip this year.
Is your certificate current? Warmer weather coming. 4/16/2018 8:50:00 AM View Count 2845 We can hope. A few signs of spring may mean manure application season will be here soon.
New animal unit number added for fish confinements 4/16/2018 8:48:00 AM View Count 2604 Effective April 4, Governor Reynolds signed House File 2281 creating a new animal unit for small fish raised in a confinement feeding operation.
eMMP rolled out and questions roll in 4/16/2018 8:47:00 AM View Count 2967 The new electronic manure management plan application or eMMP rolled out March 23 when personal identification number (PIN) letters were mailed to one owner of each confinement facility needing an MMP.
Build your own simple nest box for ducks 4/12/2018 3:47:00 PM View Count 23387 Get inspired to attract hooded mergansers and wood ducks to your area with these easy-to-make DIY nest box plans. They work best where these ducks love to nest—wooded wetlands, riverbanks and shorelines.
Trout thrive again in two northeast Iowa streams thanks to improvements 4/12/2018 11:56:00 AM View Count 13551 After struggling for years to sustain a population on their own, recent sampling shows native brook trout are again thriving in the Yellow River headwaters and Mullen Creek following work on the land to improve water quality.
Water Summary Update: March continues streak of above-normal moisture conditions 4/12/2018 11:55:00 AM View Count 2643 DES MOINES —March brought 2.5 inches of rain to Iowa, the third month in a row of wetter than normal conditions. Despite this moisture, an area of persistent dryness remains in southern and southeast Iowa.
DNR enforcement actions 4/12/2018 11:54:00 AM View Count 3403 DNR staff work with individuals, businesses and communities to help them protect our natural resources by complying with state and federal laws. This approach is very effective. In the few cases where compliance cannot be achieved, the DNR issues enforcement actions.
April SGP Workshop: EPA Regional Priorities, TRI 201 & DOT Transport Regulations 4/12/2018 10:31:00 AM View Count 3166 Join us at the Iowa Strategic Goals Program (ISGP) 1-day workshop on April 24, 2018 where regulators would provide hints and tips to help you better understand what is required of your business! This workshop will provide the opportunity to meet with regulators and industry experts in a small setting where questions are welcome!
Iowa DNR adds White Pine Hollow to areas planned for annual spring burns 4/12/2018 10:30:00 AM View Count 2922 DUBUQUE - The Iowa Department of Natural Resources has added White Pine Hollow State Preserve to the areas where it will be conducting prescribed burns this spring. Fire was historically an important part of perpetuating this unique forest ecosystem and area managers will include fire more frequently to properly manage this site.
Main road through Maquoketa Caves State Park to close temporarily 4/10/2018 1:56:00 PM View Count 2971 Summer construction projects are about to begin at Maquoketa Caves State Park, forcing the closure of the main road through the park beginning on April 23, 2018.
Nine Iowa state parks to host University of Iowa Wildlife Camps 4/10/2018 1:53:00 PM View Count 4193 This summer, the University of Iowa is partnering with Iowa state parks to host Wildlife Camps for kids in nine state parks.
Registrations open for popular outdoor workshop for girls 4/10/2018 1:49:00 PM View Count 3459 Iowa’s popular Outdoor Journey for Girls workshop is now accepting reservations.
Natural Resource Commission to meet April 12 4/6/2018 2:33:00 PM View Count 2972 Des Moines – The Natural Resource Commission (NRC) of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources will meet at 9:30 a.m. on April 12, in the four floor conference room, Wallace State Office Building, 502 East Ninth Street, in Des Moines.
DNR enforcement actions 4/5/2018 2:35:00 PM View Count 3449 DES MOINES – DNR staff work with individuals, businesses, and communities to help them protect our natural resources by complying with state and federal laws.
EPC to meet at Three Mile Lake April 17 4/5/2018 2:34:00 PM View Count 2933 AFTON - The Iowa Environmental Protection Commission will meet April 17 at Three Mile Lake Lodge about two miles north of Afton.
Several awarded at 28th Annual Urban Forestry Awards Luncheon 4/5/2018 12:35:00 PM View Count 2770 WEST DES MOINES, Iowa - On Wednesday, April 4, six awards were presented to individuals and groups for their work involving and improving urban forestry.
Opportunity to Submit Air Quality Client Contact Meeting Agenda Items 4/5/2018 9:48:00 AM View Count 2662 The Air Quality Bureau is accepting agenda topics for the next Air Quality Client Contact Meeting.
April 7th - Kellerton Wildlife Area, Prairie-chickens at dawn 4/3/2018 2:27:00 PM View Count 4480 Kellerton, Iowa - The first rhythmic and haunting cooing begins as the night sky fades and sunrise begins. The short grass prairie booming grounds prepares for a display found nowhere else in Iowa.
Family trout fishing event Saturday at Summerset Park 4/3/2018 1:12:00 PM View Count 3535 INDIANOLA – A family trout fishing event will be held at Banner Lake South at Summerset Park, north of Indianola, this Saturday, April 7 at 11 a.m. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will release 1,400 rainbow trout.
Annual spring wildlife survey underway 4/3/2018 1:11:00 PM View Count 3222 Ordinarily, a slow-moving vehicle at night in the Iowa countryside spotlighting deer, raccoons or coyotes would send Iowans to their phone, speed-dialing their local conservation officer, but in this case, it may be the officer doing the shining.
Eager paddlers need to use extreme caution 4/3/2018 1:10:00 PM View Count 5011 After a long, cold winter and cool and wet spring so far, Iowa paddlers are ready to put an end to their “cabin fever”. The fluctuation in air temperatures have made the warming of water temperatures a much slower process, and it take several weeks before rivers and lakes are at the ideal temperature for water recreation.
Volunteers invited to state park spring clean-up events 4/3/2018 1:09:00 PM View Count 8769 Several Iowa state parks are hosting spring clean-up events to get ready for the summer season this April and May. Events will be tailored to each park’s needs and could include activities such as litter and branch pick-up, painting, trail work, and clipping back limbs and plants.
Wastewater discharge in Calhoun County ended 4/3/2018 8:26:00 AM View Count 2280 MANSON - The city of Manson had to discharge wastewater into East Cedar Creek during repair of a pumping station Saturday.
Boil advisory issued in Calamus after pressure drop 4/2/2018 5:02:00 PM View Count 2707 CALAMUS - Water pressure dropped this afternoon in the Clinton County town of Calamus after a 4-inch water main broke on the south side of town.
Urban trout stocking this Saturday at Prairie Park Fishery 3/30/2018 9:20:00 AM View Count 4372 CEDAR RAPIDS –The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will stock 1,500 rainbow trout at Prairie Park Fishery in Cedar Rapids this Saturday, March 31 at 10:00 a.m.
DNR enforcement actions 3/29/2018 11:25:00 AM View Count 3348 DES MOINES – DNR staff work with individuals, businesses and communities to help them protect our natural resources by complying with state and federal laws. This approach is very effective. In the few cases where compliance cannot be achieved, the DNR issues enforcement actions.
April SGP Workshop: EPA Regional Priorities, TRI 201 & DOT Transport Regulations 3/29/2018 8:28:00 AM View Count 2590 Join us at the Iowa Strategic Goals Program (ISGP) 1-day workshop on April 24, 2018, where regulators would provide hints and tips to help you better understand what is required of your business! This workshop will provide the opportunity to meet with regulators and industry experts in a small setting where questions are welcome!
Fishing Frenzy: 2018 Fishing Forecast 3/28/2018 9:33:00 AM View Count 18030 We have 10 categories of recommended angling fun—everything from beginner to challenging, best with a boat, off the beaten path, master angler worthy and best for the whole family.
Iowa DNR to begin annual spring burning 3/27/2018 1:05:00 PM View Count 3720 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources will be conducting prescribed burns this spring on wildlife management areas managed by the Iowa DNR’s Black Hawk Wildlife Unit in Sac, Pocahontas and Cherokee counties.
2018 DNR sale set for April 14 3/27/2018 11:53:00 AM View Count 18437 DES MOINES – The Iowa Department of Natural Resources will hold the 2018 spring auction on April 14, at Pioneer Livestock Pavilion on the Iowa State Fairgrounds, in Des Moines. Doors will open at 7 a.m., and the auction will begin at 8:30 a.m.
Family trout fishing event Saturday at Ottumwa Park Pond 3/27/2018 11:52:00 AM View Count 2979 OTTUMWA – A family trout fishing event will be held at Ottumwa Park Pond on March 31 from 8 a.m. to noon.
Iowa State Parks partnering with Farrell’s for defensive technique training 3/27/2018 11:51:00 AM View Count 6393 WAUKEE - About 70 Iowa Department of Natural Resources State Parks staff will take part in a hands-on tactical training hosted by Farrell’s Extreme Bodyshaping in Waukee, on March 28. The event is part of an overall training curriculum to help park staff hone safety, fitness and verbal compliance techniques.
Thinking about Building? Make sure you have water 3/26/2018 10:05:00 AM View Count 3010 During 2002 producers worried about having enough water because of drought. But having enough water for livestock and poultry is an everyday concern, especially if you are thinking about building or expanding an animal feeding operation. If construction is on your mind, the time to think about water supplies is now. Save headaches and money by verifying an adequate water source before you build.
Online MMP submittal now live 3/26/2018 9:59:00 AM View Count 3522 Letters went out from DNR March 22 regarding the new electronic manure management plan (eMMP) application. DNR sent only one letter per facility site providing a Personal Identification Number (PIN) to owners of confinement facilities who must file manure management plans. If you are a co-owner who did not receive a letter, please work with your ownership group.
DNR postponing trout stockings in Iowa City and Ottumwa 3/23/2018 2:23:00 PM View Count 4091 The Iowa DNR is postponing trout stockings scheduled for Sat., March 24 at Terry Trueblood Lake, Iowa City, and at the Ottumwa Park Pond, Ottumwa, due to inclement weather.
DNR operator certification program recognized with award 3/23/2018 1:26:00 PM View Count 2958 DES MOINES - This week the Association of Boards of Certification (ABC) awarded Laurie Sharp, head of the DNR Operator Certification Program with the 2018 Certification Program Award.
DNR enforcement actions 3/23/2018 12:29:00 PM View Count 3355 DES MOINES – DNR staff work with individuals, businesses and communities to help them protect our natural resources by complying with state and federal laws. This approach is very effective. In the few cases where compliance cannot be achieved, the DNR issues enforcement actions. The following list summarizes recent enforcement actions.
Northeast Iowa trout stream stocking begins April 2 3/20/2018 1:04:00 PM View Count 10129 The popular trout stream stocking season starts April 2. By Saturday, April 7, every stocked stream will have received at least one stocking of 10-12 inch trout.
Iowa’s spring turkey hunting season is right around the corner 3/20/2018 1:02:00 PM View Count 36147 Thunderous calls from competing Toms trying to out-do one another for the affection from nearby hens will be rattling through Iowa’s timber later this month marking the beginning of the wild turkey breeding season.
15th Annual Prairie Chicken Day is April 7 3/20/2018 12:58:00 PM View Count 5134 Kellerton, Iowa - The first rhythmic and haunting cooing begins as the night sky fades and sunrise begins. The short grass prairie booming grounds prepares for a display found nowhere else in Iowa.
Pilot Knob State Park Hosting “Back to Basics” Outdoor Skills Class 3/20/2018 12:53:00 PM View Count 5169 For those interested in learning outdoor skills that go “back to the basics,” join DNR Park Ranger Michael Strauser and volunteer instructors at a one-day class at Pilot Knob State Park near Forest City, on Sat., April 28 from 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Iowa trout anglers highly satisfied with the Iowa DNR trout program 3/20/2018 12:52:00 PM View Count 3130 More than 3,600 Iowa trout anglers participated in the 2016 Trout Angler Survey, sharing their trout fishing preferences and experiences. Eighty percent of respondents are very satisfied with the trout program.