News Releases

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.

April 25, 2023

Hunter Education

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.

April 25, 2023

Hunting

Archery

Annual state auction is live online through May 6

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources annual spring auction is being held online now until May 6.

April 25, 2023

Birders of all skill levels are invited to Iowa Ornithologists' Union spring meeting, May 5 – 7, in West Des Moines

The Iowa Ornithologists' Union is celebrating it’s 100-year anniversary as part of its annual spring meeting, May 5-7, at the Stine Barn and grounds.

April 21, 2023

Enforcement Actions

News Release

DNR enforcement actions, published 4/20/2023

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

April 20, 2023

Iowa's Wildlife

News Release

Leave wildlife babies where they belong --- In the wild

It's as predictable as May flowers - from border to border, the Wildlife Baby Season has arrived in Iowa.

April 18, 2023

Iowa's Wildlife

Recycling

State Parks

Earth Day—Saving the earth one small step at a time

Figuring out what you can do to help the planet can seem overwhelming.

April 18, 2023

Canoe, Kayak & Paddle Sports

News Release

Stay safe paddling this spring

Early spring paddling can provide solitude, exercise and an opportunity to see amazing wildlife, but extra precautions are needed to stay safe.

April 18, 2023

Boating

News Release

Spring is a great time for a boating education course

It may not feel like boating season yet, but the Iowa DNR is urging boaters to enroll in a boating education course this spring.

April 18, 2023

Walleye season opens May 6 on Iowa’s Great Lakes

The 147th walleye fishing season officially opens May 6 at Spirit Lake, East and West Okoboji lakes.

April 18, 2023

News Release

Time to start planning to control plants in Iowa ponds

A healthy pond needs aquatic plants, but too many plants can limit the pond’s use and cause imbalances in the fish population.

April 18, 2023

News Releases

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

Air Quality Awareness Week is May 1-5

Celebrate Iowa trees throughout the year

It’s Back: Sign Up for 2023 Hook n’ Paddle Passport

DNR crews achieve walleye collection goals

Outdoors Day with the Iowa Cubs April 29

Annual state auction is live online through May 6

Birders of all skill levels are invited to Iowa Ornithologists' Union spring meeting, May 5 – 7, in West Des Moines

DNR enforcement actions, published 4/20/2023

Leave wildlife babies where they belong --- In the wild

Earth Day—Saving the earth one small step at a time

Stay safe paddling this spring

Spring is a great time for a boating education course

Walleye season opens May 6 on Iowa’s Great Lakes

Time to start planning to control plants in Iowa ponds

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