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

Are you ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Iowa State Fair? Don't forget to stop by our DNR building located near the west entrance of the fairground, 9am-8pm.

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Water Quality Certifications

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DNR to accept public comment for water quality certification of permits

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is accepting public and stakeholder comments regarding Section 401 Water Quality Certification permits.

July 17, 2025

Air Quality Draft Permits

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Air quality permits for review, published 07/17/2025

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

July 17, 2025

Bright blue sky with wispy clouds

Enforcement Actions

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DNR enforcement actions, published 07/17/2025

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

July 17, 2025

Iowa's Wildlife

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Reduce the Risk of Bird Window Collisions Where You Live and Work

Collisions with windows are the second largest human-related cause of mortality to North American birds, after outdoor and feral cats.

July 17, 2025

Birds see habitat when vegetation and sky is reflected in windows.

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Tips to avoid poison ivy and wild parsnip

Iowa DNR botanist John Pearson gives some helpful tips on how to identify these plants so you can avoid coming into contact with them.

July 15, 2025

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Brushy Creek State Recreation Area temporarily closing campgrounds for renovations

LEHIGH, IA – As the DNR renovates camp sites at Brushy Creek State Recreation Area, the North campground will remain closed for the 2025 camping season.

July 15, 2025

Iowa's Wildlife

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Varied habitats, diverse wildlife abound at Red Fox Wildlife Area

The prairie at Red Fox Wildlife Area was still wet from a shower that passed through earlier, but now it was just humid, cloudy and still.

July 15, 2025

Oxbow and food plot at Red Fox Wildlife Area, in Benton County. Photo courtesy of the Iowa DNR.

Shooting Ranges

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Spring Run Shooting Range to close July 21 for renovation

The spring run shooting range will be closed July 21, to allow for a $400,000 renovation and upgrade project.

July 15, 2025

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DNR seeks public input on wildlife rules

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking informal comments on administrative rules related to Iowa's wildlife.

July 11, 2025

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Summer fun ideas to stay active and cool

Staying active outside reduces stress and provides a dose of vitamin D. Trees with shade below help us stay cool, relax and enjoy time outside.

July 11, 2025

A group of people around a campfire at a campground.

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DNR Dam Safety Program to host workshop in West Des Moines

The Iowa DNR's Dam Safety program is holding a Dam Safety workshop in West Des Moines on July 30.

July 10, 2025

Events & Public Meetings

Environmental Protection Commission meeting agenda, published 7/10/2025

The Environmental Protection Commission (EPC) of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will hold a virtual-only monthly business meeting July 15.

July 10, 2025

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

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Paddlers urged to stay off rain swollen rivers

Some rivers are already dangerously high at or near flood stage, and more rivers could rise fast with chances of rain forecast later this week.

July 10, 2025

This image shows large fallen cottonwood trees causing a dangerous hazard on the South Skunk River Water Trail downstream of Lincoln Way in Ames.

Water Summary Update

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Water Summary Update: Drought conditions improve due to late June rainfall

Drought conditions improved slightly across the state due to above-normal precipitation totals in June, according to the latest Water Summary Update.

July 10, 2025

Image shows water levels on an Iowa river

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DNR seeks public input on game harvest reporting and landowner tenant registration

The Iowa DNR is seeking informal comments on administrative rules related to game harvest reporting and landowner tenant registration.

July 8, 2025