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Read the latest news from the DNR for environmental protection, recreation and conservation updates in Iowa.

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Make the most of your winter hike

Ready to get back on the trails once the cold snap lifts for some fresh air and excellent winter hiking in Iowa State Parks?

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Reel in these new fish recipes

If you’re looking for a new way to eat those Iowa fish you've caught, here are some great ideas:

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8 steps to building a better campfire

Camping isn’t complete without the fire, but getting it started doesn’t have to be a tricky process. Here are some tips to build a successful fire:

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5 cool things you should know about walleye

With their slender bodies and sharp teeth, walleye are an angler’s favorite. Here are five cool facts about these gilled guys:

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6 tips for soaking up more stormwater in your yard

Ways to soak up more water in your yard to help prevent erosion and flooding in your lawn and home and keep polluted runoff from going down the storm drains.

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7 Iowa Wildlife Comebacks

In the last few centuries, a number of Iowa wildlife species have been extirpated from the state - but some have seen successful comebacks, too.

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8 cool things you should know about Canada geese

Canada geese can be seen all across Iowa. These big birds, who can be spotted flying in their well-known V formations, have some pretty interesting features.

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Meet Iowa's smallest owl

What has bright yellow eyes, weighs less than a lemon, and winters in Iowa? The northern saw-whet owl!

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10 fall favorite trout fishing streams

From easily accessible streams in state or county parks, to streams in Iowa’s most wild and remote natural spaces – there's a perfect spot for everyone.