DNR investigating a boating incident that injured two 9/7/2020 7:27:00 PM View Count 216 CLAYTON COUNTY, Iowa – DNR Conservation Officers responded to a boating incident that left two people injured on around 4:30pm Saturday, September 5, 2020 on the Mississippi River in Clayton County.
Busy Labor Day weekend expected on Iowa waters and at state parks 9/2/2020 12:37:00 PM View Count 806 DES MOINES, Iowa – The unofficial end to summer this weekend is expected to draw thousands of Iowans out to their state parks and waterways.
Second person dies in boat crash on Mississippi River 8/19/2020 1:04:00 PM View Count 921 LECLAIRE, Iowa – A second person has died from injuries sustained in a boat crash on the Mississippi River on Sunday, August 16.
DNR seeks public’s help in boating hit and run 8/5/2020 2:33:00 PM View Count 3945 WEST LAKE OKOBOJI, Iowa – The DNR Law Enforcement Bureau is seeking the public’s help in locating a boat involved in a hit and run on Tuesday, August 4, 2020 at approximately 10:35pm, near Manhattan Point on West Lake Okoboji.
Operation Dry Water 2020 nets 11 arrests 7/21/2020 12:46:00 PM View Count 2917 Operation Dry Water took place July 3-5, 2020 and focused eliminating boating under the influence (BUI). This year, in Iowa, 140 officers spent over 2,500 hours making contact with over 6,400 boaters on Iowa waterways.
DNR, IDPH and Polk County Health partner to share tips for safe Fourth of July holiday weekend 7/1/2020 12:26:00 PM View Count 1294 DES MOINES, Iowa – As the Fourth of July holiday weekend quickly approaches the forecast predicts very warm weather which will draw thousands of people to state parks, beaches, lakes and rivers. The DNR along with the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the Polk County Health Department are partnering to share some safety tips to help keep you safe this holiday weekend.
Help stop aquatic hitchhikers this Fourth of July 6/30/2020 2:43:00 PM View Count 588 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages all boaters and anglers to check for unwanted hitchhikers on their boats and equipment this Fourth of July to help protect Iowa lakes and streams.
DNR urges caution, safety on Iowa waters and beaches 6/10/2020 10:51:00 AM View Count 13431 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is urging everyone on Iowa waterways or at public beaches to use caution and exercise all safety measures to ensure a safe and enjoyable time.
DNR conservation officers to host inspection day in eastern Iowa 6/2/2020 11:45:00 AM View Count 695 DAVENPORT, Iowa – Iowa Department of Natural Resources conservation officers will host an inspection day this weekend for anyone unable to get inspections completed during the Covid-19 pandemic.
DNR encourages safety for those planning to enjoy Iowa’s natural resources this holiday weekend 5/21/2020 11:02:00 AM View Count 1654 DES MOINES, Iowa -- The Memorial Day holiday weekend is fast approaching and is expected to be a busy one, despite Covid-19.
Grants available for fishing and boating education programs in Hispanic communities 11/5/2019 4:29:00 PM View Count 741 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources’ Fish Iowa! angler education program has partnered with the Recreational Fishing and Boating Foundation’s (RBFF) Vamos A Pescar™ program to provide funding to local 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations to support local efforts to educate and engage families in high-density Hispanic communities through programs, classes and fishing activities. Minimum grant request is $5,000 with a 1:1 cash match required.
Heavy boat traffic expected for Labor Day Weekend 8/27/2019 11:49:00 AM View Count 1211 Boaters heading out for the Labor Day holiday will likely find busy waterways across the state.
DNR removes no-wake speed restriction on Lake Manawa 7/29/2019 2:59:00 PM View Count 1185 COUNCIL BLUFFS – The Iowa Department of Natural Resources has lifted the no-wake speed restriction, which equates to roughly 5 mph, for boating on Lake Manawa.
DNR Conservation Officers on the lookout for intoxicated boat operators 7/2/2019 11:34:00 AM View Count 1392 DES MOINES - State, federal and local law enforcement agencies will be focusing on the boating while intoxicated law as part of the national Operation Dry Water campaign to draw public attention to the hazards of boating under the influence.
Caution advised as peak boating season approaches 6/25/2019 12:43:00 PM View Count 1063 Traditionally, the 4th of July weekend is the busiest period on Iowa waters. Boating, paddling, fishing and swimming are even more popular with what are often the warmest temperatures of the year. When factoring in record rains this spring and many waterbodies at or above flood stage on top of increased use, it only makes sense to have a plan before you set out to make sure everybody stays safe.
Charge filed in May 25 boating incident at Browns Lake 6/11/2019 3:36:00 PM View Count 1479 SALIX, Iowa -- DNR Conservation Officers have filed a charge and warnings as a result of a boat incident that happened at Browns Lake on May 25 that left two people seriously injured.
DNR Conservation Officers make three BWI arrests on Coralville Reservoir 5/28/2019 12:22:00 PM View Count 1413 CORALVILLE, Iowa – The unofficial first boating weekend of the summer is in the books and boaters at the Coralville Reservoir kept DNR Conservation Officers busy with Boating While Intoxicated arrests.
Thousands of boaters expected on Iowa waters for Memorial Day weekend 5/15/2019 10:21:00 AM View Count 1072 The peak season for boating in Iowa usually begins with the Memorial Day weekend when tens of thousands of boats hit the water, many for the first time for the year.
Help stop aquatic hitchhikers 5/15/2019 10:20:00 AM View Count 1197 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds all boaters and anglers to “Clean, Drain, and Dry” their boats and equipment this Memorial Day weekend to protect Iowa lakes and rivers from aquatic hitchhikers.
Boater education is goal of national effort March 17-23 3/12/2019 12:55:00 PM View Count 1121 A national campaign is encouraging boaters to Spring Aboard by enrolling in a boater education course before the kickoff to the boating season.
Grant helps provide fishing opportunities for Hispanic families and diverse audiences in Iowa 3/12/2019 12:54:00 PM View Count 804 The Iowa Hunter Education Instructors Association was awarded a George H.W. Bush Vamos A Pescar™ Education grant to engage diverse audiences, including Hispanic families, in fishing this summer and fall in the Des Moines Metro and other Central Iowa communities, as well as the Cedar Falls/Waterloo area.
Grants available for fishing and boating education programs in Hispanic communities 11/20/2018 12:49:00 PM View Count 1177 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources’ Fish Iowa! angler education program has partnered with the Recreational Fishing and Boating Foundation’s (RBFF) Vamos A Pescar program to provide funding to local 501(c)(3) organizations to support local efforts to educate and engage families in high-density Hispanic communities through programs, classes and fishing activities.
Zebra mussels found in Storm Lake 8/28/2018 11:34:00 AM View Count 3222 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently confirmed that zebra mussels are in Storm Lake.
Heavy boat traffic expected for Labor Day Weekend 8/14/2018 12:46:00 PM View Count 2636 Boaters heading out for the Labor Day holiday will likely find busy waterways and lower water levels.
DNR releases names of those involved in Clear Lake crash 7/10/2018 2:08:00 PM View Count 1447 CLEAR LAKE, Iowa – The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is releasing the names of the juveniles involved in Friday’s crash on Clear Lake involving two personal watercrafts.
High water conditions continue on the Iowa Great Lakes 7/3/2018 11:49:00 AM View Count 12423 The U.S. Geological Survey gauging stations put the water levels on the Iowa Great Lakes at its highest since 1993. Although lake levels are far from 1993's record levels, there are concerns about shoreline erosion and property damage.
Backbone State Park ranked 6th in national Fishing and Boating sweepstakes 7/3/2018 11:45:00 AM View Count 1930 The Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation (RBFF) announced last week that Backbone State Park is currently ranked 6th in their Top 10 Mom-Approved Places to Fish and Boat sweepstakes.
DNR on patrol for boating under the influence 6/26/2018 11:51:00 AM View Count 4475 DES MOINES – Boating while intoxicated is a top enforcement priority for Iowa DNR conservation officers during an upcoming special enforcement project and during the Fourth of July holiday.
Help stop aquatic hitchhikers this Fourth of July 6/19/2018 1:33:00 PM View Count 1453 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is encouraging all boaters and anglers to check for unwanted hitchhikers on their boats and equipment this Fourth of July to help protect Iowa lakes and streams.
Boaters to hit the waters this Memorial Day weekend 5/15/2018 12:05:00 PM View Count 3786 The unofficial beginning to summer is just days away and that also marks the unofficial beginning of Iowa’s boating season. Boaters across the state are anxious to get out on the lake after the long winter and are preparing their watercraft for the long holiday weekend.
Grants available for fishing and boating education programs in Hispanic communities 11/7/2017 12:33:00 PM View Count 2025 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources’ Fish Iowa! angler education program has partnered with the Recreational Fishing and Boating Foundation’s (RBFF) Vamos A Pescar program to provide $1,000 grants to local 501(c)(3) organizations to support local efforts to educate and engage families in high-density Hispanic communities through programs, classes and fishing activities.
A busy Labor Day weekend expected on Iowa waterways 8/29/2017 1:17:00 PM View Count 2577 As the unofficial end to summer approaches, boaters will experience high volumes of traffic on the waterways and at the boat ramps this weekend.
DNR completes Operation Dry Water campaign 7/11/2017 1:32:00 PM View Count 8773 DES MOINES, Iowa – The Iowa Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Bureau participated in the national Operation Dry Water campaign June 30 – July 2.
Iowa DNR law enforcement conducting special boating while intoxicated enforcement project 6/29/2017 10:50:00 AM View Count 13094 DES MOINES, Iowa -- As the Fourth of July holiday approaches, the Iowa DNR law enforcement officers will be focusing on keeping boaters safe by cracking down on boating under the influence. The DNR will be conducting heightened awareness and enforcement of boating under the influence laws as part of the national Operation Dry Water campaign in hopes to decrease the number of crashes and deaths.
DNR advises caution for paddlers, boaters on Iowa’s rivers this weekend 6/28/2017 3:38:00 PM View Count 7398 DES MOINES — The approaching Fourth of July weekend usually sees thousands of paddlers hitting Iowa’s waters. With heavy rains in the forecast, the DNR is advising paddlers and boaters to carefully watch water levels and increased traffic.
DNR advises boaters use caution on swollen rivers, reservoirs 5/23/2017 11:47:00 AM View Count 4077 Boaters, anglers, and paddlers are encouraged to use caution if planning to spend time on Iowa rivers or flood control reservoirs over the Memorial Day holiday. Heavy rainfall last weekend has brought many rivers to near flood stage and the force of the water will likely have moved around logs and other obstacles.
Boaters advised to avoid Sycamore Access on Des Moines River after boating incident 5/19/2017 4:22:00 PM View Count 3239 DES MOINES — The DNR is advising boaters and paddlers to avoid the Des Moines River at the Sycamore Access near Des Moines due to construction and high water levels creating unsafe conditions in the area.
McIntosh Woods boat ramp to close after Memorial Day weekend 5/18/2017 8:32:00 AM View Count 2041 The McIntosh Woods State Park boat ramp will close for renovation immediately after the Memorial Day weekend.
Expect heavy boat traffic on Iowa waters for Memorial Day Weekend 5/16/2017 12:20:00 PM View Count 2454 The Memorial Day weekend marking the unofficial beginning to Iowa’s boating season is quickly approaching and boaters across the state are busy preparing their watercraft for the long holiday weekend.
Help stop aquatic hitchhikers 5/16/2017 12:18:00 PM View Count 2363 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages all boaters and anglers to “Clean, Drain, and Dry” their boats and equipment this Memorial Day weekend to protect Iowa lakes and rivers from aquatic hitchhikers.
Boater education is goal of national effort March 19-25 3/14/2017 11:36:00 AM View Count 2370 A national campaign is encouraging boaters to enroll in a boater education course before the kickoff to the boating season. Many boater education courses are offering discounts or other incentives during the week of March 19-25, to students who enroll or complete a boating safety education course.
Grants available for fishing and boating education programs in Hispanic communities 9/29/2016 9:02:00 AM View Count 2664 he Iowa Department of Natural Resources’ Fish Iowa! angler education program has partnered with the Recreational Fishing and Boating Foundation’s (RBFF) Vamos A Pescar program to provide grants to local 501(c)(3) organizations to support local efforts to educate and engage families in high-density Hispanic communities through programs, classes and fishing activities.
Boaters Cautioned to Avoid Dredge Pipe on Des Moines River 9/13/2016 12:58:00 PM View Count 2650 Boaters using the Des Moines River below the wastewater treatment plant on the southeast side of Des Moines should be aware that due to lower flows coming out of Saylorville Reservoir, two dredge pipes running from a nearby rock quarry to Easter Lake are near the water’s surface.
Heavy Boat Traffic Expected for Labor Day Weekend 8/16/2016 1:44:00 PM View Count 4387 Boaters heading out for the Labor Day holiday will likely find busy waterways across the state.
Two Men Rescued from Lake Manawa After Boat Fills with Water Monday Night 7/12/2016 4:16:00 PM View Count 2944 COUNCIL BLUFFS – Two Council Bluffs men were rescued on Lake Manawa late Monday night when their boat filled with water due to high winds.