News Releases

Read the latest news from the DNR for environmental protection, recreation and conservation updates in Iowa.

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State Parks
Event

Kick off summer in Iowa State Parks, June 9-11

Several state parks and forests will be hosting family-friendly programming and activities as part of Iowa DNR new Summer Kick-Off event, June 9-11.

Enforcement Actions
News Release

DNR enforcement actions, published 5/4/2023

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

Iowa's Wildlife
Vol Wildlife Monitoring
Event

National Amphibian Week is May 7-13

Chorus frogs along with other frogs, toads and salamanders are being recognized during National Amphibian Week, May 7-13.

Air Quality
Public Meeting or Comments

Air Quality permits under review, published 4/27/23

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.

Forestry
News Release

Celebrate Iowa trees throughout the year

Every Arbor Day, Iowans pay special attention to the benefits of our trees and dedicate themselves to planting and managing Iowa’s trees and forests.

Vol Wildlife Monitoring
News Release

DNR crews achieve walleye collection goals

A dramatic warming trend, along with the correct photoperiod, allowed DNR staff to capture more than 3,100 adult female walleyes in a short amount of time.

Hunter Education
Event

Outdoors Day with the Iowa Cubs April 29

Join the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, in partnership with the Iowa Cubs, for Outdoors Day with the Iowa Cubs, on April 29.