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Enforcement Actions
News Release

DNR enforcement actions, published 5/11/2023

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

Display Date
May 11, 2023
Iowa's Wildlife
News Release

Midwest black bear population may start calling parts of Iowa home down the road

There’s a pretty good chance that, in the next several weeks, Northeast Iowa will be visited by a few wandering black bears ahead of the breeding season.

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May 9, 2023
Air Quality
News Release

Updated Meteorological and Elevation Data Available for Use in Air Dispersion Modeling

When the EPA released updates to the AERMOD modeling system on June 27, 2022, they included updates to AERMET.

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May 8, 2023
Water Monitoring
News Release

Water Summary Update: April 2023 - Another dry month

Rainfall in April was just over two inches but 1.5 inches below normal for the month.

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May 4, 2023
Enforcement Actions
News Release

DNR enforcement actions, published 5/4/2023

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

Display Date
May 4, 2023
Forestry
News Release

Celebrate Iowa trees throughout the year

Every Arbor Day, Iowans pay special attention to the benefits of our trees and dedicate themselves to planting and managing Iowa’s trees and forests.

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April 25, 2023
Canoe, Kayak & Paddle Sports
News Release

It’s Back: Sign Up for 2023 Hook n’ Paddle Passport

The Hook n’ Paddle Passport, launched last summer, has been refreshed and is ready for a second year of fun.

Display Date
April 25, 2023
Volunteer Wildlife Monitoring
News Release

DNR crews achieve walleye collection goals

A dramatic warming trend, along with the correct photoperiod, allowed DNR staff to capture more than 3,100 adult female walleyes in a short amount of time.

Display Date
April 25, 2023
Enforcement Actions
News Release

DNR enforcement actions, published 4/20/2023

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

Display Date
April 20, 2023
Boating
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Spring is a great time for a boating education course

It may not feel like boating season yet, but the Iowa DNR is urging boaters to enroll in a boating education course this spring.

Display Date
April 18, 2023
Enforcement Actions
News Release

DNR enforcement actions, published 4/13/2023

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

Display Date
April 13, 2023
Hunting
News Release

New veterans hunting, fishing licenses available April 12

The new Armed Forces Hunting and Fishing licenses are now available to residents of Iowa who served in the armed forces of the United States.

Display Date
April 12, 2023
Forestry
News Release

Urban Forestry awards recognize local dedication to trees and outreach, 2023

Every year the Urban Forestry Awards luncheon recognizes cities, college campuses and utilities that demonstrate dedication to the importance of trees.

Display Date
April 11, 2023
Iowa's Wildlife
News Release

Get weekly wildflower bloom reports in your inbox

Enjoy Mother Nature's show of spring beauties with Iowa DNR's new weekly woodland wildflower bloom report.

Display Date
April 10, 2023
Water Monitoring
News Release

Water Summary Update: March 2023 - First below normal precipitation month of 2023.

After four months in a row of above normal precipitation, totals for March came in lower than normal.

Display Date
April 6, 2023

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