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Water Summary Update

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Water Summary Update: Iowa remains drought-free during August

Despite a drier-than-normal August, Iowa remains drought-free, according to the latest Water Summary Update.

September 4, 2025

Image shows water levels on an Iowa river

Hunting

Wildlife Management Areas

News Release

Riverton Wildlife Area wetland pumping delayed due to FEMA repairs

Riverton, Iowa - Significant portions of the pumped wetland at the Riverton Wildlife Management Area, near Riverton, are currently dry until project completion.

September 4, 2025

Air Quality Draft Permits

News - Air Quality

Air quality permits for review, published 09/04/2025

The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review.

September 4, 2025

Enforcement Actions

News Release

DNR enforcement actions, published 09/04/2025

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

September 4, 2025

Fishing

News - Iowa Outdoors

Late summer cattail and floating-leaved plant control for ponds

Have the cattails in your pond taken over your favorite fishing spot or crowded you from one side of the dock or swimming area?

September 2, 2025

State Parks

News - Iowa Outdoors

Iowa State Parks Open Doors to More Accessible Adventures

DES MOINES – As the seasons shift and cooler days set in, a new DNR web page makes it easier to explore outdoor experiences that are accessible to all.

September 2, 2025

Accessible overlook at Bellevue State Park.

Hunting - Migratory Game Birds

News - Iowa Outdoors

Special September teal season opens Sept. 6

Iowa’s duck hunters will notice that the 2025 special September teal season opens later and for fewer days than in recent years. The season opens Sept. 6.

September 2, 2025

Fishing

News - Iowa Outdoors

Iowa fisheries biologist selected for Hall of Excellence

Iowa fisheries biologist Mark Flammang was recently inducted into the American Fisheries Society’s Fisheries Management Section Hall of Excellence.

September 2, 2025

News Release

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Love the outdoors? Love t-shirts? Subscribe today to Iowa Outdoors magazine and we'll include a fun, outdoorsy Iowa t-shirt for just $20 plus shipping/handling!

September 2, 2025