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DNR @ the 2026 Iowa State Fair, Aug 13-23, 2026

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Employment

[Aug 11] Geologist 3 (Water Quality GIS Analyst)

Join the Iowa DNR as a Water Quality GIS Analyst (Geologist 3). Collaborate with experts, visualize water quality data, and support Clean Water Act initiatives.

July 30, 2026

Join our team, employment opportunities.

Water Use Permits

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Water use permits for review, published 7/30/2026

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

July 30, 2026

Air Quality Draft Permits

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Air quality permits for review, published 7/30/2026

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

July 30, 2026

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DNR hosting online Iowa Recycling Measurement and Reporting stakeholder event

DES MOINES – The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is hosting a Recycling Measurement and Reporting stakeholder event on August 11, 2026.

July 30, 2026

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

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Iowa DNR investigating boating fatality on Clear Lake

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is investigating a boating fatality that occurred on the west end of Clear Lake earlier today.

July 30, 2026

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Public meeting to discuss shoreline restoration at Pilsbury Point

Iowa DNR will host a public meeting on August 6 at 6 p.m. at the Maser Monarch Lodge in Okoboji to discuss restoration at Pilsbury Point on West Lake Okoboji.

July 29, 2026

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Invasive Species

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Eurasian watermilfoil treated in West Okoboji Lake canal

Iowa Department DNR recently discovered and treated a small, isolated population of Eurasian watermilfoil growing in the canal system south of Miller’s Bay.

July 29, 2026

Hunting - Education

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Learn to Hunt program opens registration for online dove hunting workshop

Iowa DNR is offering a program to teach skills needed to hunt, field dress and cook mourning doves to individuals who have little to no dove hunting experience.

July 28, 2026

Young man shooting a shotgun into a blue sky, dove hunting.

News - Featured

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Ready to catch catfish?

Catching catfish is a fun summer activity for the whole family. Invite someone new to fishing to come along to share the fun and memories.

July 28, 2026

A fisherman with his line cast and a hazy morning mist.

News - Featured

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Iowa pheasant population survey begins Aug. 1

Iowa’s annual pheasant survey begins Aug. 1, and with a mixed bag of regional weather indicators, hunters are eager to see the results.

July 28, 2026

Employment

[Aug 11] Administrative Support Assistant 2

Join the Iowa DNR as an Administrative Support Assistant 2 in Mason City, IA. Support environmental programs. Apply by Aug 11, 2026.

July 24, 2026

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Air Quality Draft Permits

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Air quality permits for review, published 07/23/2026

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

July 23, 2026

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Enforcement Actions

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DNR enforcement actions, published 07/23/2026

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

July 23, 2026

Water Quality Certifications

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DNR accepting public comment for 401 certification of permit

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is accepting public and stakeholder comments regarding Section 401 Water Quality Certification permits.

July 23, 2026

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Aquatic plants are vital to sustain vibrant ecosystems

Aquatic plants are natural helpers for lakes and ponds. They clean the water, provide essential habitat and shelter for wildlife andprotect the land.

July 21, 2026