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Iowa pheasant population survey begins Aug. 1

Iowa’s annual pheasant survey begins Aug. 1, and with all the weather indicators pointing in a positive direction, hunters are eager to see the results.

July 22, 2025

Fishing

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Aquatic plants are crucial to sustain vibrant ecosystems

Aquatic plants are natural helpers for lakes and ponds.

July 22, 2025

EO10

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DNR seeks comment on proposed research, education, and wildlife rehabilitation permits administrative rule revisions

The Iowa DNR is seeking informal comments on administrative rules for Natural Resources Collector Permits.

July 21, 2025

Water Quality Certifications

ECONewsWire

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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

Air Quality

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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

Enforcement Actions

ECONewsWire

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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

State Parks

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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

Forestry

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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.

Safety

ECONewsWire

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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.

News Releases

Iowa pheasant population survey begins Aug. 1

Aquatic plants are crucial to sustain vibrant ecosystems

DNR seeks comment on proposed research, education, and wildlife rehabilitation permits administrative rule revisions

DNR to accept public comment for water quality certification of permits

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

DNR enforcement actions, published 07/17/2025

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

Tips to avoid poison ivy and wild parsnip

Brushy Creek State Recreation Area temporarily closing campgrounds for renovations

Varied habitats, diverse wildlife abound at Red Fox Wildlife Area

Spring Run Shooting Range to close July 21 for renovation

DNR seeks public input on wildlife rules

Summer fun ideas to stay active and cool

DNR Dam Safety Program to host workshop in West Des Moines

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

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