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Fishing
News Release

Walleye season closes Feb. 15 on Iowa Great Lakes 2026

The Walleye fishing season on Spirit, East, and West Okoboji lakes is open through Feb. 14. It will close after that date and reopens on May 2.

Display Date
February 3, 2026
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A fisherman with his line cast and a hazy morning mist.
Trout Fishing
News Release

Three Central Iowa community lakes stocked with rainbow trout last week

Iowa DNR released rainbow trout in three central Iowa locations last week into Lake Petocka, Triumph Park East and West , and Ada Hayden Heritage Park Lake.

Display Date
February 3, 2026
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A young girl holding a trout she caught through the ice at a community trout stocking event
Water Use Permits
News Release

Water use permits for review, published 01/29/2026

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

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January 29, 2026
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.
Enforcement Actions
News Release

DNR enforcement actions, published 01/29/2026

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

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January 29, 2026
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.
Air Quality Draft Permits
News Release

Air quality permits for review, published 01/29/2026

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

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January 29, 2026
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Bright blue sky with wispy clouds
Water Quality
News Release

Smart Salt Use: Simple changes homeowners can use to clear ice and improve water quality

Using salt effectively during the winter months can protect both your property and the environment.

Display Date
January 29, 2026
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This image shows salt being applied to an icy sidewalk
News - Featured
Hunting
Fishing
News Release

2025 hunting, fishing license sales

In 2025, Iowa residents purchased…

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January 27, 2026
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News - Featured
State Parks
News Release

Eight Iowa state parks to host Take It Outside camps this summer

Iowa DNR will host Take It Outside State Park Camps for families living near Waterloo, West Des Moines, Anamosa, Vernon, Madrid, Maquoketa, Palo and Polk City.

Display Date
January 27, 2026
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Springbrook State Park Wildlife Camp
Volunteer Wildlife Monitoring
News Release

Training Opportunity to Become a Volunteer Bald Eagle Nest or Osprey Monitor

Volunteer to monitor Bald Eagle & Osprey nests with the Iowa DNR! Join our virtual training on Feb 7th (12-4 PM). Limited spots so register now!

Display Date
January 23, 2026
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An adult bald eagle with its wings stretched out in flight against a blue sky dotted with white clouds.
Water Use Permits
News Release

Water use permits for review, published 01/22/2026

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

Display Date
January 22, 2026
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.
Water Quality Certifications
News Release

DNR to accept public comment for 401 certification of permit

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is accepting public and stakeholder comments regarding Section 401 Water Quality Certification permits.

Display Date
January 22, 2026
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.
News - Featured
Trout Fishing
News Release

DNR postponing trout stockings in Sioux City, Fort Dodge and Council Bluffs

Iowa DNR is postponing the trout stockings scheduled for tomorrow and Friday in Sioux City, Fort Dodge and Council Bluffs due to extreme cold and wind.

Display Date
January 21, 2026
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A young girl holding a trout she caught through the ice at a community trout stocking event
Iowa's Wildlife
News - Featured
News Release

Chickadee tax check-off donations rise while donor numbers continue to decline

Last year, more than 4,600 Iowa taxpayers helped boost wildlife conservation with donations to the Fish and Wildlife Fund on their state tax form.

Display Date
January 20, 2026
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.
Fishing - Uncommon Fish
News Release

Missouri and Big Sioux rivers paddlefish fishing season opens Feb. 1 2026

The paddlefish snagging season on the Missouri and Big Sioux rivers opens Feb. 1 and goes through April 30 (sunrise to sunset).

Display Date
January 20, 2026
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.
News - Featured
Hunting
News Release

DNR sets public meetings to recap hunting, trapping seasons, discuss possible rule changes

Iowa (DNR) is hosting a series of town hall-style meetings where local staff will provide updates on recently completed hunting and trapping seasons.

Display Date
January 20, 2026
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A simple image of a microphone at the front of a busy conference room.

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