News Releases

The Environmental Protection Commission (EPC) of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will have their monthly business meeting June 16, 2026.

June 11, 2026

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Shooting Sports

News Release

2026 Iowa’s Scholastic Action Shooting Program crowns youth rifle & pistol champions

The Scholastic Action Shooting Program held the Iowa State Championship match May 30-31, at the Big Springs Shooting Complex, in Searsboro.

June 9, 2026

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State Parks

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Focus on the Journey: Explore Iowa. Win Prizes. Take Your Best Photo!

The Iowa State Parks Passport is back in 2026 and better than ever.

June 9, 2026

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Forestry

Iowa's Wildlife

News Release

Iowa DNR to host an open house on the Pecan Grove State Preserve

Pecan Grove Preserve Open House: June 16, 2026 from 6-7:30 PM, just southwest of Muscatine. Discuss forest plan, habitat management with Iowa DNR.

June 5, 2026

Natural Resource Commission

News Release

Natural Resource Commission to meet June 11, 2026, in Clear Lake

Natural Resource Commission (NRC) of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will hold its monthly meeting on June 11, 2026, in Clear Lake, Iowa.

June 5, 2026

Water Summary Update

News Release

Water Summary Update: Dry conditions expand across state due to low May rainfall

Dry conditions in late May resulted in degraded conditions across much of the state, according to the latest Water Summary Update.

June 4, 2026

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Water Use Permits

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Water use permits for review, published 06/04/2026

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

June 4, 2026

Air Quality Draft Permits

News Release

Air quality permits for review, published 06/04/2026

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

June 4, 2026

Forestry

News Release

Grants available for forestry plans and programs in Iowa communities this fall

Through the USDA Forest Service Inflation Reduction Act, the Iowa DNR is a pass-through partner for the Urban Forestry Development grants for communities.

June 2, 2026

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Forestry

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Help slow the spread of invasive species in your community

Invasive species, like emerald ash borer, Asian longhorned beetle, spongy moth and oriental bittersweet pose a serious threat to Iowa’s forests.

June 2, 2026

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REAP

News Release

Proven Projects, Growing Opportunities: REAP Projects in Action

Iowa’s premier funding program for outdoor recreation, conservation and historic preservation will be the focus of 19 meetings across the state.

June 2, 2026

DNR @ the 2026 Iowa State Fair, Aug 13-23, 2026

News Releases

Habitat quality, variety on Callahan tract enhances Little Sioux Wildlife Area

Water use permits for review, published 06/11/2026

Air quality permits for review, published 06/11/2026

DNR enforcement actions, published 06/11/2026

Environmental Protection Commission meeting agenda, published 06/11/2026

2026 Iowa’s Scholastic Action Shooting Program crowns youth rifle & pistol champions

Focus on the Journey: Explore Iowa. Win Prizes. Take Your Best Photo!

Iowa DNR to host an open house on the Pecan Grove State Preserve

Natural Resource Commission to meet June 11, 2026, in Clear Lake

Water Summary Update: Dry conditions expand across state due to low May rainfall

Water use permits for review, published 06/04/2026

Air quality permits for review, published 06/04/2026

Grants available for forestry plans and programs in Iowa communities this fall

Help slow the spread of invasive species in your community

Proven Projects, Growing Opportunities: REAP Projects in Action

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