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Enforcement Actions

News Release

DNR enforcement actions, published 12/11/2025

DNR staff work with individuals, businesses and communities to help them protect our natural resources by complying with state and federal laws.

December 11, 2025

News Release

Ledges annual meeting to be held in Boone

BOONE – Ledges State Park staff will host their 10th annual State of the Park public meeting on Dec. 18, at 6:30 p.m., in Boone.

December 9, 2025

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Off-Highway Vehicles

News - Featured

News Release

Snowmobilers cheer the return of winter

It’s middle December, and much of Iowa is covered under a thick blanket of snow with a weekend forecast calling for high temperatures that barely scratch double

December 9, 2025

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Off-Highway Vehicles

News - Featured

News Release

Stay safe on the ice this winter

Ice safety in Iowa: 4" min for fishing, 5-7" for snowmobiles/ATVs. Ice thickness varies; check as you go & stay off slushy/dark spots. Be safe!

December 9, 2025

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Employment

Seasonal Patrol Officers at Iowa State Parks / OHV Parks

Strengthen existing skills and build new ones working alongside law enforcement professionals in one or more of Iowa's state parks, state forest, or OHV parks.

December 9, 2025

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Employment

Seasonal Park Employee

Iowa DNR is hiring seasonal park/forest positions for summer 2026. Work outdoors in conservation, park operations, or visitor engagement.

December 9, 2025

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Water Summary Update

News Release

Water Summary Update: Dry autumn leads to drought watch for northwest and eastern Iowa

Continued rainfall deficits have resulted in a drought watch designation for three of the state’s Drought Regions, according to the latest Water Summary Update

December 4, 2025

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News Release

$1.3 Million Iowa River Restoration Project begins at Steamboat Rock

Construction has begun on the $1.3 million Iowa River Restoration, Water Recreation, and Safety Project in Steamboat Rock

December 4, 2025

Environmental Protection Commission

Events & Public Meetings

Environmental Protection Commission meeting agenda, published 12/04/2025

The Environmental Protection Commission (EPC) of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will have their monthly public business meeting December 9.

December 4, 2025

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Air Quality Draft Permits

News Release

Air quality permits for review, published 12/04/2025

The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review.

December 4, 2025

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News Release

Donated deer hides benefit disabled veterans

The Elks Veterans Leather Program uses the hides to make gloves & therapy materials for veterans, thanks to donated deer hides.

December 2, 2025

News - Featured

News Release

2026 hunting, fishing licenses on sale Dec. 15

Iowans can buy 2026 resident hunting, fishing and other licenses on Dec. 15. Licenses purchased for 2025 expire on Jan. 10.

December 2, 2025

News Release

Doe harvest registry

Hunters interested in working with farmers to harvest additional does are encouraged to sign up with the Iowa Doe Harvest Registry.

December 2, 2025

Iowa Waste Exchange

News Release

Iowa’s Deer Exchange Program, deer donation

Hunters may sign up as a deer donor or recipient with the Iowa Deer Exchange.

December 2, 2025

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News Release

DNR announces 2026 Land and Water Conservation Fund grant cycle

Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grants offer financial support for Iowa cities/counties' outdoor recreation projects. Apply: 12/1/25-3/6/26.

December 2, 2025