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Visitors expected to fill parks over Memorial Day weekend

Iowa state parks and forests are gearing up for a busy Memorial Day weekend, the traditional start of the outdoor summer recreation season.

May 19, 2026

A group of people around a campfire at a campground.

News - Featured

Fishing

Boating

News Release

Help stop aquatic hitchhikers this holiday weekend

Iowa DNR reminds boaters and anglers to “Clean, Drain, Dry” their boats and equipment this Memorial Day to protect Iowa lakes and rivers from invasive species.

May 19, 2026

Air Quality

News Release

Iowa’s 2026 Air Monitoring Network Plan Available for Public Review and Comment

Iowa’s 2026 air monitoring network plan is available for public review and comment until June 17, 2026.

May 18, 2026

Air Quality Draft Permits

News Release

Air quality permits for review, published 05/14/2026

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

May 14, 2026

Enforcement Actions

News Release

DNR enforcement actions, published 05/14/2026

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

May 14, 2026

Environmental Protection Commission

Events & Public Meetings

Environmental Protection Commission meeting agenda, published 05/14/2026

The Environmental Protection Commission (EPC) of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will have their monthly business meeting May 20, 2026.

May 14, 2026

A simple image of a microphone at the front of a busy conference room.

News - Featured

Iowa's Wildlife

News Release

Rare white fawn spotted on Indian Hills Community College campus

Rare white fawn confirmed on Indian Hills Community College campus in Ottumwa. DNR: Enjoy from distance; do not disturb. Protected by Iowa law.

May 13, 2026

Boating

Safety

Canoe, Kayak & Paddle Sports

News - Featured

News Release

Have fun and stay safe on the water this summer

Stay safe on Iowa's water this summer! Be aware of cold water, swift currents in rivers, and wear a life jacket when paddling or boating.

May 12, 2026

A red kayak with two paddlers on the water.

Iowa's Wildlife

State Parks

News - Featured

News Release

Black bears becoming regular visitors in Northeast Iowa

Black bears are becoming regular visitors in Northeast Iowa, prompting Pikes Peak State Park to install bear-proof trash cans as a safety precaution.

May 12, 2026

Bear-proof trashcan at Pikes Peak State Park.

Air Quality

News Release

Sulfur Dioxide Air Quality Data Requirements Rule Report Available for Public Review and Comment

The DNR invites the public to provide comments on the 2026 report for the Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) Data Requirements Rule (DRR).

May 11, 2026

Air Quality

News Release

Plan to participate in the Air Quality Client Contact meeting on May 21

Get the latest on current events and upcoming changes in DNR’s air quality program at the Air Quality Client Contact Meeting at 1 p.m. on Thursday, May 21.

May 7, 2026

Water Summary Update

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