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Water Use Permits
News Release

Water use permits for review, published 06/18/2026

The DNR Water Quality Bureau has the following draft water use permits posted for public review

Display Date
June 18, 2026
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Water Supply Engineering image showing tanks, pipes and other monitoring equipment.
Shooting Sports
News Release

2026 Iowa’s Scholastic Clay Target Program hosts largest youth trap shooting championship in Iowa

Athletes from more than 120 teams across Iowa converged on the Iowa State Trapshooting Homegrounds June 8-14, for the 2026 SCTP State Championship.

Display Date
June 18, 2026
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Scholastic Action Shooting Program logo
Wildlife - Trapping
News Release

Learn to Hunt program opens registration for beginner fur harvesting workshops in July

The Iowa DNR and Iowa Trappers Association are partnering to offer beginner trapping workshops around the state in July.

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June 16, 2026
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.
Wildlife Management Areas
News Release

Habitat quality, variety on Callahan tract enhances Little Sioux Wildlife Area

The recently acquired 425-acre Callahan Tract in southern Clay County is a perfect fit for the Little Sioux Wildlife Area .

Display Date
June 16, 2026
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.
Enforcement Actions
News Release

DNR enforcement actions, published 06/11/2026

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

Display Date
June 11, 2026
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.
Air Quality Draft Permits
News Release

Air quality permits for review, published 06/11/2026

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

Display Date
June 11, 2026
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Bright blue sky with wispy clouds
Water Use Permits
News Release

Water use permits for review, published 06/11/2026

The DNR Water Quality Bureau has the following draft water use permits posted for public review

Display Date
June 11, 2026
Image
Water Supply Engineering image showing tanks, pipes and other monitoring equipment.
Shooting Sports
News Release

2026 Iowa’s Scholastic Action Shooting Program crowns youth rifle & pistol champions

The Scholastic Action Shooting Program held the Iowa State Championship match May 30-31, at the Big Springs Shooting Complex, in Searsboro.

Display Date
June 9, 2026
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Scholastic Action Shooting Program logo
News - Featured
State Parks
News Release

Focus on the Journey: Explore Iowa. Win Prizes. Take Your Best Photo!

The Iowa State Parks Passport is back in 2026 and better than ever.

Display Date
June 9, 2026
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A group of people around a campfire at a campground.
Forestry
Iowa's Wildlife
News Release

Iowa DNR to host an open house on the Pecan Grove State Preserve

Pecan Grove Preserve Open House: June 16, 2026 from 6-7:30 PM, just southwest of Muscatine. Discuss forest plan, habitat management with Iowa DNR.

Display Date
June 5, 2026
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A simple image of a microphone at the front of a busy conference room.
Natural Resource Commission
News Release

Natural Resource Commission to meet June 11, 2026, in Clear Lake

Natural Resource Commission (NRC) of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will hold its monthly meeting on June 11, 2026, in Clear Lake, Iowa.

Display Date
June 5, 2026
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A simple image of a microphone at the front of a busy conference room.
Air Quality Draft Permits
News Release

Air quality permits for review, published 06/04/2026

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

Display Date
June 4, 2026
Image
Bright blue sky with wispy clouds
Water Use Permits
News Release

Water use permits for review, published 06/04/2026

The DNR Water Quality Bureau has the following draft water use permits posted for public review

Display Date
June 4, 2026
Image
Water Supply Engineering image showing tanks, pipes and other monitoring equipment.
Water Summary Update
News Release

Water Summary Update: Dry conditions expand across state due to low May rainfall

Dry conditions in late May resulted in degraded conditions across much of the state, according to the latest Water Summary Update.

Display Date
June 4, 2026
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Image shows water levels on an Iowa river
Forestry
News Release

Grants available for forestry plans and programs in Iowa communities this fall

Through the USDA Forest Service Inflation Reduction Act, the Iowa DNR is a pass-through partner for the Urban Forestry Development grants for communities.

Display Date
June 2, 2026
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.

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