News Releases

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.

Safety

News Release

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

News Release

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

EO10

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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

Wildlife - Pheasant

News Release

Pheasant hunters bagged more than 460,000 Iowa roosters in 2024

Iowa’s 2024 estimated pheasant harvest was the second highest in nearly two decades, coming in at more than 460,000 roosters last fall.

July 8, 2025

Wildlife Management Areas

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St. Mary’s Island becoming a destination for dove, pheasant hunters

St. Mary’s Island, in Mills County, was once an island in the middle of the Missouri River prior to channelization and levee installation.

July 8, 2025

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Red Haw State Park campground is open and ready to welcome campers

To celebrate re-opening, campers can make reservations for Red Haw State Park and save $5.00 this summer.

July 7, 2025

Buds from the red haw tree, some white with light to dark pink.

News Release

DNR to host an open house on Union Grove, Spring Grove Wildlife Areas

Open house on July 28, 2025 to discuss the habitat management, recreation use, and other topics of interest for the Union Grove and Spring Grove Wildlife Areas.

July 7, 2025

News Release

National SRF Infrastructure Financing & Training Workshop

The Rural Community Assistance Partnership (RCAP) is hosting the 2025 National State Revolving Fund (SRF) Infrastructure Financing and Training Workshop.

July 7, 2025

News Release

Renew Your Drinking Water, Distribution, & Wastewater Treatment Operator Certifications Online Now

The DNR is notifying all certified Water, Distribution and Wastewater Treatment operators that their current Iowa Certificate will expire June 30, 2025.

July 7, 2025

News Releases

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

Paddlers urged to stay off rain swollen rivers

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

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

Pheasant hunters bagged more than 460,000 Iowa roosters in 2024

St. Mary’s Island becoming a destination for dove, pheasant hunters

Red Haw State Park campground is open and ready to welcome campers

DNR to host an open house on Union Grove, Spring Grove Wildlife Areas

National SRF Infrastructure Financing & Training Workshop

Renew Your Drinking Water, Distribution, & Wastewater Treatment Operator Certifications Online Now

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