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Hunting
Safety
News Release

Iowa's archery, early muzzleloader seasons are underway

Iowa’s archery deer season began October 1. Hunters have been out in their tree stands and as of Tuesday morning, reported harvesting more than 5,000 deer.

Display Date
October 14, 2025
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.
Advisory
News Release

DNR investigating hog manure spill in Carroll County

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating a hog manure release into a tributary of Elk Run Creek in Carroll County. 

Display Date
October 14, 2025
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Forestry
News Release

Consistent watering essential for new trees this fall 2025

Fall is usually a good time to plant trees with mild temperatures and adequate ground moisture.

Display Date
October 14, 2025
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Wildlife Management Areas
News Release

Deer, turkey and trout take center stage at Sny Magill North Cedar Wildlife Area

Gravel roads wind up, down and around the bluffs in Clayton County, providing excellent access to Sny Magill North Cedar, the popular wildlife area.

Display Date
October 14, 2025
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Wildlife - Pheasant
News Release

Iowa’s pheasant season is finally here

The phone calls began as soon as the annual pheasant survey hit the internet.

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October 14, 2025
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Water Summary Update
News Release

Water Summary Update: Iowa sees drought-free streak end after dry September

Iowa saw gradually degrading conditions through September, according to the latest Water Summary Update. 

Display Date
October 9, 2025
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Air Quality Draft Permits
News Release

Air quality permits for review, published 10/09/2025

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

Display Date
October 9, 2025
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Enforcement Actions
News Release

DNR enforcement actions, published 10/09/2025

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

Display Date
October 9, 2025
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Trout Fishing
News Release

Fall community trout stocking starts October 23

This fall, 18 Iowa lakes will be stocked with 1,000-2,000 rainbow trout each. The DNR program brings trout to areas too warm for them in the summer.

Display Date
October 7, 2025
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Invasive Species
Boating
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News - Featured
News Release

Check docks and equipment for invasive species before storing for the winter

The Iowa DNR reminds lake property owners to check their boat and trailers, and docks and lifts, for aquatic invasive species before winter storage.

Display Date
October 7, 2025
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Forestry
News Release

Wait until after Oct. 15 to prune oak trees

The best way to prevent the spread of oak wilt is to not prune any oak tree during the growing season.

Display Date
October 7, 2025
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Wildlife Management Areas
News Release

Meadow Lake habitat project to begin soon

The Iowa DNR is launching a major habitat restoration effort at the Meadow Lake Wildlife Management Area (WMA) beginning this month.

Display Date
October 7, 2025
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Wildlife Management Areas
Hunting
Fishing
News Release

Outdoor options aplenty at Shell Rock Bend

Shell Rock Bend Wildlife Area, on the Butler-Bremer County line, offers great hunting for turkeys and deer, plus walleye and smallmouth bass fishing.

Display Date
October 7, 2025
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Natural Resource Commission
News Release

Natural Resource Commission to meet Oct. 9 in Marquette

The NRC of the Iowa DNR will host its monthly meeting at 9:30 a.m., Oct. 9, in the Cobblestone Inn & Suites Meeting Room, 100 North Street, in Marquette.

Display Date
October 2, 2025
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News Release

Stay safe this harvest season - 2025

As fall harvest starts across Iowa, the risk of wildfires in crop fields increases.

Display Date
September 30, 2025
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