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DNR seeks public input on fisheries administrative rule revisions

Iowa DNR is seeking informal comments on administrative rules for Iowa fisheries and related programs. The EO10 process includes public engagement with input.

May 29, 2025

Iowa's Wildlife

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Iowa’s 2025 pheasant hatch is underway

The first reports of pheasant chick broods have been coming in to the Iowa DNR over the past two weeks, marking the beginning of the 2025 hatching season.

May 27, 2025

Fishing

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Bluegills are biting in small ponds and lakes across Iowa

In late May and early June, male bluegill build nests that female bluegill lay eggs in. Bluegill nests are circular depressions, 1 to 2 feet in diameter.

May 27, 2025

Bluegill spawning beds on a reef at Praire Rose Lake

Iowa's Wildlife

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Fawning season has arrived, here's what you need to know about deer on the move

Fawning season has officially arrived, which means Iowans will see lots of deer on the move.

May 23, 2025

Fishing

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Plan your fishing trip with the new improved DNR mobile-friendly fishing atlas

The Iowa DNR online interactive fishing atlas has been updated to include DNR managed lakes, community fishing ponds, and miles of rivers and trout streams

May 23, 2025

Fishing

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Plan your fishing trip with the new improved DNR mobile-friendly fishing atlas

The popular Iowa DNR online interactive fishing atlas has been updated to include DNR managed lakes, community fishing ponds, and much more.

May 23, 2025

Person grasping a fish that is still on the hook and pulling into a boat.

Air Quality Draft Permits

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Air quality permits for review, published 05/22/2025

The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and the air where we live.

May 22, 2025

Enforcement Actions

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DNR enforcement actions, published 05/22/2025

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

May 22, 2025

Water Monitoring

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What you should know about Beach Advisories in Iowa

Iowa’s DNR tests the water at beaches weekly so you can enjoy it safely. Beach advisories help you make the best choices about when to swim and when to hold off

May 22, 2025