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Forestry

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Wait until November to prune oak trees

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recommends pruning oak trees between November 1 and mid-March.

October 6, 2026

Forestry Fire

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2026 Volunteer Fire Department – Wildland Fire Assistance Grants Available

The Iowa DNR Forestry - Fire Program, working in coordination with the U.S. Forest Service, has grant funds available for Iowa’s rural fire departments.

October 6, 2026

Boating

Fishing

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Check docks and equipment for invasive species before storing this winter

Iowa DNR reminds lake property owners to check their boat and trailers, and docks and lifts, for aquatic invasive species before storing them for the winter.

October 6, 2026

Wildlife - Migratory Game Birds

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Hawk watch at High Trestle Trail Overlook on Oct. 10 as part of World Migratory Bird Day

Join birders from around Central Iowa at the High Trestle Trail Overlook, near Madrid, on Oct. 10, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

October 6, 2026

Forestry

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Trees for Kids grant applications due January 8

The popular Trees for Kids grant program is accepting applications through January 8.

October 6, 2026

News - Featured

Trout Fishing

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Experience the thrill of trout fishing this fall at a community trout lake near you

The fun starts October 23. Iowa DNR will release about 1,500 rainbow trout at 20 locations as part of its cool weather trout program.

October 6, 2026

Wildlife Management Areas

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Pleasant Prairie Wildlife Area

One of Iowa’s newest wildlife areas was created by a donation from the Hughes family to the state for wildlife management and for everyone to enjoy.

October 6, 2026

Boating

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Iowa DNR investigating boating fatalities on Mississippi River

The Iowa DNR is investigating a fatal boating accident on the Mississippi River near Dubuque after a boat struck a floating object, causing two deaths.

October 5, 2026

Natural Resource Commission

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Natural Resource Commission tour and meeting set for Oct. 7-8, 2026

The Natural Resource Commission (NRC) will hold its monthly meeting on Oct. 8, beginning at 10 a.m., at the Shenandoah.

October 2, 2026

A simple image of a microphone at the front of a busy conference room.

Advisory

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DNR investigating fish kill at Little Maquoketa River in Dubuque County

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating a fish kill at the Little Maquoketa River near the City of Peosta in Dubuque County.

October 2, 2026

Advisory

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Heavy rainfall leads to flooding, multiple wastewater bypasses across the state

Heavy rainfall has impacted several communities across the state, leading to flooding and wastewater bypasses.

October 1, 2026

Water Use Permits

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Water use permits for review, published 10/01/2026

The DNR Water Quality Bureau has the following draft water use permits posted for public review.

October 1, 2026

Water Supply Engineering image showing tanks, pipes and other monitoring equipment.

Enforcement Actions

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DNR enforcement actions, published 10/01/2026

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

October 1, 2026

Water Quality

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New online resource map helps connect Iowa landowners with conservation, environmental professionals

The Iowa Conservation Professionals map is a new tool which will help connect landowners and farmers with conservation experts serving their communities.

October 1, 2026

Watershed improvement project, overflow water running over rocks.

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Bogenschutz recognized for career spent working to improve upland ecosystems

Upland wildlife research biologist Todd Bogenschutz received a special recognition award for improving ecosystems and strengthening gamebird populations.

September 29, 2026

Todd Bogenschutz receiving a special recognition award from The Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies

News Releases

Wait until November to prune oak trees

2026 Volunteer Fire Department – Wildland Fire Assistance Grants Available

Check docks and equipment for invasive species before storing this winter

Hawk watch at High Trestle Trail Overlook on Oct. 10 as part of World Migratory Bird Day

Trees for Kids grant applications due January 8

Experience the thrill of trout fishing this fall at a community trout lake near you

Pleasant Prairie Wildlife Area

Iowa DNR investigating boating fatalities on Mississippi River

Natural Resource Commission tour and meeting set for Oct. 7-8, 2026

DNR investigating fish kill at Little Maquoketa River in Dubuque County

Heavy rainfall leads to flooding, multiple wastewater bypasses across the state

Water use permits for review, published 10/01/2026

DNR enforcement actions, published 10/01/2026

New online resource map helps connect Iowa landowners with conservation, environmental professionals

Bogenschutz recognized for career spent working to improve upland ecosystems

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