Storms cause park flooding, closures 5/4/2018 3:18:00 PM View Count 3195 Heavy rains overnight have forced the closure of George Wyth State Park and portions of Dolliver State Park.
DNR enforcement actions 5/3/2018 3:10:00 PM View Count 3121 DES MOINES – DNR staff work with individuals, businesses and communities to help them protect our natural resources by complying with state and federal laws. This approach is very effective. In the few cases where compliance cannot be achieved, the DNR issues enforcement actions.
Air Quality permits under review 5/3/2018 3:08:00 PM View Count 2751 DES MOINES – The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and the air where we live. DNR’s permitting staff review the applications to ensure facilities comply with state and federal air quality standards.
Agenda for May 17 Air Quality Client Contact Meeting 5/3/2018 2:34:00 PM View Count 3083 An Air Quality Client Contact Meeting will be held Thursday, May 17, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. in DNR Conference Room 2N at our new location in the Wallace State Office Building, located at 502 E. 9th St, Des Moines.
Update to Meteorological Data Used for Dispersion Modeling 5/3/2018 10:49:00 AM View Count 2863 On April 24, 2018, the EPA finalized updated versions (v18081) of the air dispersion modeling software AERMOD, AERMAP and AERMET.
Iowa's deer application opens Saturday, May 5th 5/3/2018 8:26:00 AM View Count 5385 It's that time of year! Nonresident deer hunters can apply for a 2018 Iowa deer license, or purchase a preference point, beginning Saturday, May 5 at 6 a.m. CST. Applications will be accepted until midnight on June 3, 2018.
PLANT SOME SHADE® tree distribution scheduled for Fort Dodge 5/3/2018 8:15:00 AM View Count 7373 FORT DODGE – Order forms are now online for MidAmerican Energy Company residential customers in the Fort Dodge area to purchase discounted trees.
FY 2019 IUPs Ready for Public Review 5/1/2018 5:21:00 PM View Count 2530 The fiscal year 2019 Intended Use Plans (IUPs) for the Clean Water SRF and the Drinking Water SRF are now available for public review and comment .
Space available in upcoming hunter education classes 5/1/2018 2:33:00 PM View Count 3609 Hunter Education Classroom courses are offered by knowledgeable and certified volunteer instructors and Iowa Department of Natural Resources Conservation Officers. Classroom courses are typically 12-15 hours in length and are held over 2 to 3 sessions (days). In order to receive certification, a student must attend all sessions and pass the final exam.
Popular outdoor skills camps expected to fill quickly as registration opens 5/1/2018 2:29:00 PM View Count 3584 Iowa boys age 12-15 have two opportunities this summer to learn skills associated with Iowa’s traditional outdoor pursuits at the hands of experts.
Iowa state parks Camping Kickoff is this weekend 5/1/2018 2:28:00 PM View Count 2689 Forecasters are predicting beautiful weather for the weekend when state park campgrounds will celebrate Camping Kickoff, May 4 – 6.
Iowans working to protect and improve water quality mark Soil and Water Conservation Week 4/30/2018 3:10:00 PM View Count 4787 Iowans working together in their communities and backyards to improve soil and water quality, many with the help of DNR assistance and funding, are marking Soil and Water Conservation week April 29-May 5 to celebrate their achievements and inspire others to begin work on their own land.
Governor Reynolds celebrates Arbor Day by signing tree canopy proclamation 4/30/2018 8:26:00 AM View Count 2768 DES MOINES – Today on Arbor Day, Governor Kim Reynolds signed the first-ever Iowa canopy cover proclamation, with many DNR forestry staff and partner organizations from across Iowa in attendance.
DNR Director Chuck Gipp announces retirement 4/26/2018 3:09:00 PM View Count 7378 (DES MOINES) – Iowa Department of Natural Resources Director Chuck Gipp announced his retirement Thursday. His last day at the department will be Tuesday, May 1, 2018.
Be air aware and celebrate improved air quality next week 4/26/2018 12:09:00 PM View Count 2980 As temperatures warm and people head outdoors, they can usually count on good air quality. In fact, Iowans especially have something to celebrate. Over the last 25 years, Iowa industries have significantly reduced six major air pollutants while growing our economy.
Air Quality permits under review 4/26/2018 12:05:00 PM View Count 4666 DES MOINES – The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and the air where we live. DNR’s permitting staff review the applications to ensure facilities comply with state and federal air quality standards. The public has the right and is encouraged to comment on draft permits. DNR considers public comments before finalizing the permits. Submit comments in writing to the assigned permit writer before 4:30 p.m. on the last day of the public comme...
DNR enforcement actions 4/26/2018 12:04:00 PM View Count 3006 DES MOINES – DNR staff work with individuals, businesses and communities to help them protect our natural resources by complying with state and federal laws. This approach is very effective. In the few cases where compliance cannot be achieved, the DNR issues enforcement actions.
DNR requesting public to avoid River Valley OHV Park after weekend fire 4/24/2018 12:24:00 PM View Count 3572 COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa – A weekend brushfire that burned 300 acres of the popular River Valley Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Park in Council Bluffs has created dangerous conditions for visitors to the area, according to DNR officials.
Get Ready for Camping Kick-Off Weekend, May 4-6 4/24/2018 12:23:00 PM View Count 3975 As Iowans excitedly anticipate warmer temperatures, state park staff are getting ready for the start of the 2018 camping season. Iowa State Parks will officially launch the camping season during the first weekend in May with its annual Camping Kick-Off Celebration.
Southwest Iowa will be home to eight new trumpeter swans on May 10 and 11 4/24/2018 12:21:00 PM View Count 6088 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will release eight trumpeter swans at three locations in southwest Iowa as part of the effort to create a self-sustaining population of swans south of Interstate 80. All releases will occur rain or shine.
Walleye season opens May 5 on Iowa’s Great Lakes 4/24/2018 12:20:00 PM View Count 9517 The 142th walleye fishing season officially opens May 5 at Spirit Lake, East and West Okoboji lakes.
Late spring delays walleye netting in Iowa lakes 4/24/2018 12:19:00 PM View Count 3557 MORAVIA, Iowa – Crews with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources are usually working around the clock in early April collecting walleyes. The cold, late spring is making this year’s collection schedule less predictable and much later than normal.
Honey Creek Resort to debut ‘Honey Creek Live’ concert series in 2018 4/24/2018 12:18:00 PM View Count 4570 MORAVIA, Iowa – Honey Creek Resort, located on Iowa’s Rathbun Lake, recently announced “Honey Creek Live,” a new, six-week outdoor concert series that will take place at the resort every Thursday from June 28 to Aug. 2.
Big Creek State Park to Host 6,000 Step Family Challenge Event 4/24/2018 12:16:00 PM View Count 2846 Big Creek State Park is hosting a 6,000-step challenge walk on April 29 from 1 to 4 p.m., encouraging people to be healthy outdoors.
DNR Air Quality to provide streamlined public notice 4/24/2018 11:11:00 AM View Count 3323 DES MOINES - Starting April 18, Iowa DNR will provide online public notice of air quality operating and major source construction permits.
Delay mowing of roadside ditches to protect ground nesting birds, pollinators 4/17/2018 12:31:00 PM View Count 35361 Iowa law prohibits mowing roadside ditches each year between March 15 and July 15, to protect ground-nesting birds and to prevent nest destruction.
Stay safe this paddling season 4/17/2018 12:30:00 PM View Count 4105 Paddlers are itching to get out on the water after this year’s long and cold winter. Review these simple safety tips before you head out on the water for your first paddling trip this year.
Is your certificate current? Warmer weather coming. 4/16/2018 8:50:00 AM View Count 2867 We can hope. A few signs of spring may mean manure application season will be here soon.
New animal unit number added for fish confinements 4/16/2018 8:48:00 AM View Count 2618 Effective April 4, Governor Reynolds signed House File 2281 creating a new animal unit for small fish raised in a confinement feeding operation.
eMMP rolled out and questions roll in 4/16/2018 8:47:00 AM View Count 2991 The new electronic manure management plan application or eMMP rolled out March 23 when personal identification number (PIN) letters were mailed to one owner of each confinement facility needing an MMP.
Build your own simple nest box for ducks 4/12/2018 3:47:00 PM View Count 24013 Get inspired to attract hooded mergansers and wood ducks to your area with these easy-to-make DIY nest box plans. They work best where these ducks love to nest—wooded wetlands, riverbanks and shorelines.
Trout thrive again in two northeast Iowa streams thanks to improvements 4/12/2018 11:56:00 AM View Count 13605 After struggling for years to sustain a population on their own, recent sampling shows native brook trout are again thriving in the Yellow River headwaters and Mullen Creek following work on the land to improve water quality.
Water Summary Update: March continues streak of above-normal moisture conditions 4/12/2018 11:55:00 AM View Count 2678 DES MOINES —March brought 2.5 inches of rain to Iowa, the third month in a row of wetter than normal conditions. Despite this moisture, an area of persistent dryness remains in southern and southeast Iowa.
DNR enforcement actions 4/12/2018 11:54:00 AM View Count 3440 DNR staff work with individuals, businesses and communities to help them protect our natural resources by complying with state and federal laws. This approach is very effective. In the few cases where compliance cannot be achieved, the DNR issues enforcement actions.
April SGP Workshop: EPA Regional Priorities, TRI 201 & DOT Transport Regulations 4/12/2018 10:31:00 AM View Count 3197 Join us at the Iowa Strategic Goals Program (ISGP) 1-day workshop on April 24, 2018 where regulators would provide hints and tips to help you better understand what is required of your business! This workshop will provide the opportunity to meet with regulators and industry experts in a small setting where questions are welcome!
Iowa DNR adds White Pine Hollow to areas planned for annual spring burns 4/12/2018 10:30:00 AM View Count 2941 DUBUQUE - The Iowa Department of Natural Resources has added White Pine Hollow State Preserve to the areas where it will be conducting prescribed burns this spring. Fire was historically an important part of perpetuating this unique forest ecosystem and area managers will include fire more frequently to properly manage this site.
Main road through Maquoketa Caves State Park to close temporarily 4/10/2018 1:56:00 PM View Count 3006 Summer construction projects are about to begin at Maquoketa Caves State Park, forcing the closure of the main road through the park beginning on April 23, 2018.
Nine Iowa state parks to host University of Iowa Wildlife Camps 4/10/2018 1:53:00 PM View Count 4226 This summer, the University of Iowa is partnering with Iowa state parks to host Wildlife Camps for kids in nine state parks.
Registrations open for popular outdoor workshop for girls 4/10/2018 1:49:00 PM View Count 3479 Iowa’s popular Outdoor Journey for Girls workshop is now accepting reservations.
Natural Resource Commission to meet April 12 4/6/2018 2:33:00 PM View Count 2996 Des Moines – The Natural Resource Commission (NRC) of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources will meet at 9:30 a.m. on April 12, in the four floor conference room, Wallace State Office Building, 502 East Ninth Street, in Des Moines.
DNR enforcement actions 4/5/2018 2:35:00 PM View Count 3479 DES MOINES – DNR staff work with individuals, businesses, and communities to help them protect our natural resources by complying with state and federal laws.
EPC to meet at Three Mile Lake April 17 4/5/2018 2:34:00 PM View Count 2959 AFTON - The Iowa Environmental Protection Commission will meet April 17 at Three Mile Lake Lodge about two miles north of Afton.
Several awarded at 28th Annual Urban Forestry Awards Luncheon 4/5/2018 12:35:00 PM View Count 2793 WEST DES MOINES, Iowa - On Wednesday, April 4, six awards were presented to individuals and groups for their work involving and improving urban forestry.
Opportunity to Submit Air Quality Client Contact Meeting Agenda Items 4/5/2018 9:48:00 AM View Count 2686 The Air Quality Bureau is accepting agenda topics for the next Air Quality Client Contact Meeting.
April 7th - Kellerton Wildlife Area, Prairie-chickens at dawn 4/3/2018 2:27:00 PM View Count 4510 Kellerton, Iowa - The first rhythmic and haunting cooing begins as the night sky fades and sunrise begins. The short grass prairie booming grounds prepares for a display found nowhere else in Iowa.