News Releases

The Iowa DNR is hiring two Turkey Project Temporary Workers for a 10-year wild turkey study. Duties include turkey trapping, habitat management, and more.

October 20, 2025

Employment

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Employment

[Nov 14] 2026 Wildlife Temporary Worker Position

Join us for the 2026 summer field season. Gain hands-on experience in habitat management, wildlife monitoring, and conservation projects. Apply by Nov 14, 2025.

October 20, 2025

News - Featured

Employment

[Oct 31] Environmental Specialist (Environmental Compliance Specialist)

The Iowa DNR has an Environmental Compliance Specialist opening in Atlantic, IA, focusing on environmental compliance and enforcement in southwest Iowa.

October 20, 2025

Advisory

News Release

DNR investigating hog manure spill in Louisa County

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating a hog manure release into an unnamed tributary of Roff Creek in Louisa County.

October 17, 2025

Events & Public Meetings

DNR hosting online Organic Waste Management stakeholder event

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources' Financial and Business Assistance Section is hosting an Iowa Organic Waste Management stakeholder event.

October 16, 2025

Forestry

News - Featured

News Release

Fall Colors Starting to Pop!

Iowa fall color is most visible in NE river valleys (maples turning). Colors are spotty elsewhere, with oaks still mostly green.

October 16, 2025

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Fishing

News - Featured

News Release

Plan your fall fishing trips with DNR’s new interactive fishing report

Iowa DNR’s popular fishing report has been updated with new search and filter options including by location, fish species and various amenities available.

October 16, 2025

A fisherman with his line cast and a hazy morning mist.

Advisory

News Release

DNR investigating hog manure spill in Carroll County

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating a hog manure release into a tributary of Elk Run Creek in Carroll County.

October 14, 2025

Forestry

News Release

Consistent watering essential for new trees this fall 2025

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

October 14, 2025

Two kids sitting on the ground with lots of blue sky behind them as they plant a tree.

Wildlife Management Areas

News Release

Deer, turkey and trout take center stage at Sny Magill North Cedar Wildlife Area

Gravel roads wind up, down and around the bluffs in Clayton County, providing excellent access to Sny Magill North Cedar, the popular wildlife area.

October 14, 2025

Hunting

News Release

Iowa's archery, early muzzleloader seasons are underway

Iowa’s archery deer season began October 1. Hunters have been out in their tree stands and as of Tuesday morning, reported harvesting more than 5,000 deer.

October 14, 2025

Wildlife - Pheasant

News Release

Iowa’s pheasant season is finally here

The phone calls began as soon as the annual pheasant survey hit the internet.

October 14, 2025

Water Summary Update

News Release

Water Summary Update: Iowa sees drought-free streak end after dry September

Iowa saw gradually degrading conditions through September, according to the latest Water Summary Update.

October 9, 2025

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News Releases

State park campgrounds getting ready for winter 2025

[Nov 14] 2026 Prairie Specialist Temporary Worker

[Nov 15] Wildlife - Turkey Project Temporary Worker (2 Positions Available)

[Nov 14] 2026 Wildlife Temporary Worker Position

[Oct 31] Environmental Specialist (Environmental Compliance Specialist)

DNR investigating hog manure spill in Louisa County

DNR hosting online Organic Waste Management stakeholder event

Fall Colors Starting to Pop!

Plan your fall fishing trips with DNR’s new interactive fishing report

DNR investigating hog manure spill in Carroll County

Consistent watering essential for new trees this fall 2025

Deer, turkey and trout take center stage at Sny Magill North Cedar Wildlife Area

Iowa's archery, early muzzleloader seasons are underway

Iowa’s pheasant season is finally here

Water Summary Update: Iowa sees drought-free streak end after dry September

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