News Releases

The DNR reminds all boaters and anglers to check for unwanted hitchhikers on their boats and equipment this 4th of July to help protect Iowa lakes and streams.

June 25, 2024

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Hunting

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Iowans encouraged to report wild turkey sightings in July and August

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is looking for help with its annual wild turkey production survey.

June 25, 2024

State Parks

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DNR seeks public input on state park administrative rule revisions

The DNR is seeking informal comments on administrative rules for Iowa state parks and related programs.

June 25, 2024

Iowa’s Scholastic Clay Target Program skeet championships

342 athletes from 36 Iowa teams participated in the 2024 Iowa Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) Skeet Championships held June 20-23.

June 25, 2024

Iowa’s Scholastic Action Shooting Program crowns youth rifle & pistol champions

The Scholastic Action Shooting Program (SASP) held the Iowa State Championship match June 22-23, at the Olofson Shooting Range, near Polk City.

June 25, 2024

Air Quality

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Air Quality Rules Crosswalk and Document Updates

The DNR has finalized air quality rule changes to implement Executive Order 10 (EO10).

June 24, 2024

Hunting

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Changes to note ahead of Iowa's hunting seasons

Hunters will notice a few regulation changes for the upcoming 2024-2025 hunting seasons, potentially effecting deer hunters, waterfowl hunters and furharvesters

June 24, 2024

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Flooding causes wastewater bypasses, unsafe waterways and closes parks

Following heavy rainfall throughout Northern Iowa, the DNR encourages Iowans to stay out of streams until the waters recede.

June 22, 2024

News Releases

Enjoy fireworks, but protect sensitive people

DNR enforcement actions, published 06/27/2024

Air quality permits for review, published 06/27/2024

Pay Iowa EASY Air Invoices on the DNR Payment Portal

DNR shares tips for a safe Fourth of July holiday weekend

Stay sober and alert on the water this July 4th weekend

DNR to host Western Iowa deer population meetings in July

Help stop aquatic hitchhikers this Fourth of July

Iowans encouraged to report wild turkey sightings in July and August

DNR seeks public input on state park administrative rule revisions

Iowa’s Scholastic Clay Target Program skeet championships

Iowa’s Scholastic Action Shooting Program crowns youth rifle & pistol champions

Air Quality Rules Crosswalk and Document Updates

Changes to note ahead of Iowa's hunting seasons

Flooding causes wastewater bypasses, unsafe waterways and closes parks

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