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DNR investigating manure spill near Lake Wapello State Park in Davis County

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating a manure release near the entrance of Lake Wapello State Park in Davis County.

October 20, 2026

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DNR to eliminate invasive fish at Spring Lake in Cherokee County

The Iowa DNR has scheduled a chemical renovation for Spring Lake, in Cherokee, on October 26.

October 20, 2026

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Stay safe this harvest season 2026

As fall harvest starts across Iowa, the risk of wildfires in crop fields increases.

October 20, 2026

Wildlife Management Areas

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Steep hills, scenic views at Black Hawk Point Wildlife Area

Hiking along a sidehill next to limestone outcropping a narrow, worn path leads to the point overlooking the Upper Iowa River where it joins the Mississippi.

October 20, 2026

Water Use Permits

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Water use permits for review, published 10/15/2026

The DNR Water Quality Bureau has the following draft water use permits posted for public review.

October 15, 2026

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Cooler weather, progressing harvest welcome news to Iowa's bow hunters

Mother Nature hasn’t been cooperating with bow hunters so far this fall, with a near record rain amount September that wasn’t good for crop harvest.

October 14, 2026

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Fall is a great time to plant shade trees

It’s not too late to plant some varieties of shade trees before winter sets in. These next few weeks of October are an ideal time to plant new trees.

October 13, 2026

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Iowa State Park Campgrounds Prepare for Winter Transition; Off-Season Rates Begin Oct. 16

As another busy camping season winds down, Iowa DNR park and forest staff are preparing campgrounds for the first freezing temperatures of the fall.

October 13, 2026

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News - Featured

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Think safety before opening day 2026

Hunters heading to the field for the opening weekend of pheasant season are encouraged to review safe hunting practices before they head out.

October 13, 2026

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Wildlife - Pheasant

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Iowa’s 2026 pheasant season expected to be another good one

Iowa’s 2026 pheasant season should be another good year for hunters after the 2025 season with an estimated 68,000 hunters harvest more than 500,000 roosters.

October 13, 2026

News - Featured

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Drivers stay alert for deer movement 2026

Drivers are advised to stay alert as they travel Iowa’s roadsides over the coming weeks.

October 13, 2026

Wildlife Management Areas

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16-acre remnant is jewel of West Fork Prairie

West Fork Prairie seems to always be busy during the pheasant season.

October 13, 2026

Employment

[Nov 16] Wildlife Temporary Worker

Join Iowa DNR's 2027 Wildlife Team! Protect habitats, monitor species, & gain hands-on conservation experience in Iowa's great outdoors. Apply today!

October 9, 2026

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News Release

DNR investigating manure discharge in Cherokee County

The Iowa DNR is investigating a manure discharge into Bear Creek in Cherokee County. Downstream users should avoid water use; no dead fish observed.

October 9, 2026

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Water Summary Update

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Water Summary Update: Iowa’s Water Year ends with statewide surplus for the third consecutive year

For the third consecutive year, Iowa’s Water Year ended with a statewide precipitation surplus, according to the latest Water Summary Update.

October 8, 2026

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