News Releases

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

News - Iowa Outdoors

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

News Release

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

News Release

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

News - Iowa Forestry Today

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

News - ECONewsWire

News Release

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

Public Meetings & Comments

Public Meeting or Comments

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.

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.

News Releases

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

Paddlers urged to stay off rain swollen rivers

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