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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.

2026 Courtyard Schedule

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DNR’s annual goose banding is underway

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is in the middle of its annual Canada goose banding effort across the state.

July 1, 2025

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Open house to discuss Heritage Hills Wildlife Area forest wildlife stewardship plan

The Iowa DNR will hold a public open house on July 16 to discuss a proposed forest wildlife stewardship plan for Heritage Hills Wildlife Area.

June 30, 2025

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Air Quality Draft Permits

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Air quality permits for review, published 06/26/2025

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

June 26, 2025

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Enforcement Actions

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DNR enforcement actions, published 06/26/2025

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

June 26, 2025

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Petroleum release near Avoca reaches West Nishnabotna River

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating a petroleum release near Avoca in Pottawattamie County.

June 24, 2025

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Fishing regulations to be relaxed at Dunlap Pond

Iowa DNR will relax the fishing regulations at Dunlap Pond starting July 1 to allow anglers to more freely harvest fish before the lake is completely drained.

June 24, 2025

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

Shooting Sports

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Iowa’s Scholastic Clay Target Program Skeet Championships

332 athletes from 39 Iowa teams participated in the 2025 Iowa Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) Skeet Championships on June 18-21 in Waukee.

June 24, 2025

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Help stop aquatic hitchhikers this Fourth of July

Iowa DNR reminds all boaters and anglers to check for unwanted hitchhikers on their boats and equipment this 4th of July to help protect Iowa lakes and streams.

June 24, 2025

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DNR shares tips for a safe Fourth of July holiday weekend

Follow these tips and precautions to keep you, your friends and family safe this holiday weekend.

June 24, 2025

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Volga River State Recreation Area offers year round recreation

At nearly 5,800 acres, Volga River State Recreation Area is hard to miss.

June 24, 2025

Wildlife - Pheasant

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Pheasant population expected to benefit from mild winter

Iowa’s pheasant population is expected to benefit from the 2024-25 mild winter and average spring that much of the state experienced.

June 24, 2025

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Red Haw State Park campground opening July 1

The campground at Red Haw State Park will open starting July 1, 2025 after being closed for three years due to extensive tornado damage.

June 24, 2025

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Stay sober and alert on the water this Fourth of July weekend

State, federal and local law enforcement agencies encourage all boaters to avoid alcohol and drugs this holiday weekend to ensure everyone’s safety.

June 24, 2025

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Body recovered from Clear Lake identified as Fonda angler

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources confirmed the recovery of a body Thursday evening from Clear Lake in Cerro Gordo County.

June 19, 2025

Air Quality Draft Permits

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Air quality permits for review, published 06/19/2025

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

June 19, 2025

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