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Iowa’s furbearer season begins Nov. 2

Iowa’s furbearer season opens Saturday and the outlook for trappers is positive – most species populations are steady.

October 31, 2024

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New snowmobile law streamlines permit requirements for residents

Iowa snowmobilers are no longer required to purchase and display an annual trail user permit, according to a new law that went into effect July 1, 2024.

October 31, 2024

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Iowa stream flows concerning heading in to winter

After record low precipitation in September and October, drought conditions have reappeared across much of Iowa, causing river and stream flows to drop.

October 31, 2024

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Paddling, hiking, hunting - even fishing a secluded trout stream - Turkey River Wildlife Area has a lot to offer

Four turkeys left the safety of the timber’s cover to wander into a small alfalfa field to hunt for insects at the aptly named Turkey River Wildlife Area.

October 31, 2024

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Air quality permits for review, published 10/31/2024

The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and the air where we live.

October 31, 2024

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Iowa DNR Sustainable Materials Management initiative releases economic, environmental impact study reports

The Iowa DNR’s Sustainable Materials Management initiative is announcing the results of three studies examining the impacts of recycling in the state.

October 31, 2024

Advisories

Sewage discharge reaches North Walnut Creek in Polk County

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating a wastewater discharge running into North Walnut Creek in Polk County.

October 29, 2024

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DNR enforcement actions, published 10/24/2024

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

October 24, 2024

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Collegiate trap, skeet, sporting clays, and super sporting clays state championship results

Athletes from nine Iowa colleges competed in the 2024 Iowa Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) Collegiate Championships Oct. 19-20, in Waukee.

October 22, 2024

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Enjoy Iowa’s natural landscapes fishing rivers and streams this fall

Fall is a great time to catch fish in Iowa’s rivers. A unique angling challenge is hidden around every bend.

October 22, 2024

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Hanlontown Slough’s mix of prairie and wetlands attracts wildlife and hunters to Worth County

A narrow strip of land, two plus miles long, has become an important waterfowl production area, home to other species in need of conservation.

October 22, 2024

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Air quality permits for review, published 10/17/2024

The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and the air where we live.

October 17, 2024

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Trout coming to RAPP Park in Shenandoah this Saturday

The Iowa DNR is partnering with Optimal Aquafeed and Page County Conservation Board to stock rainbow trout Oct. 19, in RAPP Park outside of Shenandoah.

October 15, 2024

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Consistent watering essential for new trees this fall

Fall is usually a good time to plant trees with mild temperatures and adequate ground moisture.

October 15, 2024

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State park campgrounds getting ready for winter

Another busy camping year in Iowa state parks is coming to an end and staff are preparing for the first freezing temperatures of the fall.

October 15, 2024

News Releases

Iowa’s furbearer season begins Nov. 2

New snowmobile law streamlines permit requirements for residents

Iowa stream flows concerning heading in to winter

Paddling, hiking, hunting - even fishing a secluded trout stream - Turkey River Wildlife Area has a lot to offer

Air quality permits for review, published 10/31/2024

Iowa DNR Sustainable Materials Management initiative releases economic, environmental impact study reports

Sewage discharge reaches North Walnut Creek in Polk County

DNR enforcement actions, published 10/24/2024

Collegiate trap, skeet, sporting clays, and super sporting clays state championship results

Enjoy Iowa’s natural landscapes fishing rivers and streams this fall

Hanlontown Slough’s mix of prairie and wetlands attracts wildlife and hunters to Worth County

Air quality permits for review, published 10/17/2024

Trout coming to RAPP Park in Shenandoah this Saturday

Consistent watering essential for new trees this fall

State park campgrounds getting ready for winter

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