News Releases

With the two shotgun seasons now in the books, Iowa’s deer hunting shifts to a more solitary endeavor with the opening of the late muzzleloader season.

December 20, 2023

Trout Fishing

News Release

Winter community trout stockings start Jan. 13

The Iowa DNR will release rainbow trout in 10 locations across Iowa this winter in areas that would not support them during warmer months.

December 20, 2023

Employment

Seasonal Positions

News Release

Summer seasonal positions open at fisheries offices

The Iowa DNR Fisheries Bureau has openings for seasonal fisheries workers for the summer 2024 season at fisheries offices across Iowa.

December 20, 2023

Enforcement Actions

News Release

DNR enforcement actions, published 12/24/2023

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

December 14, 2023

Air Quality

Events & Public Meetings

Air quality permits under review, published 12/14/2023

The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and the air where we live.

December 14, 2023

Wildlife Management Areas

DNR to host an open house on the Towhead Lake Wildlife Area

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is holding an open house on Jan. 4, 2024, from 4 - 7 p.m., at the Community Room at Fonda City Hall.

December 14, 2023

Hunting

News Release

Hunters encouraged to discuss hunting plan, safety after weekend hunting incidents

The opening weekend of Iowa’s second gun deer season saw another 50,000-plus hunters’ enjoying time in the timber in pursuit of legendary whitetails.

December 12, 2023

News Release

Stay safe as Iowa lakes freeze over

The recent blast of arctic air is growing ice on lakes and ponds across the northern two-thirds of Iowa.

December 12, 2023

Iowa's Wildlife

News Release

Donations allow DNR to complete wildlife tracking system to monitor migration

The Iowa DNR has received two $60,000 donations that will allow it to complete its Motus Wildlife Tracking System Network across the state.

December 12, 2023

State Parks

Ledges State Park 100th anniversary kickoff event Dec. 21

2024 will mark the 100th anniversary of the dedication of Ledges State Park.

December 12, 2023

News Releases

Outdoor Notes

Air quality permits under review, published 12/28/2023

Drought conditions continue during record streak

DNR enforcement actions, published 12/21/2023

Air quality permits under review, published 12/21/2023

With shotgun seasons over, deer hunting shifts to late season mode

Winter community trout stockings start Jan. 13

Summer seasonal positions open at fisheries offices

DNR enforcement actions, published 12/24/2023

Air quality permits under review, published 12/14/2023

DNR to host an open house on the Towhead Lake Wildlife Area

Hunters encouraged to discuss hunting plan, safety after weekend hunting incidents

Stay safe as Iowa lakes freeze over

Donations allow DNR to complete wildlife tracking system to monitor migration

Ledges State Park 100th anniversary kickoff event Dec. 21

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