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Ice-out channel catfish are biting

Channel catfish move close to shore and are eager to bite in many lakes and large reservoirs across Iowa just after the ice is gone.

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Fishing Tips & Safety

Get useful fishing tips and safety for fishing in Iowa, a fun and inexpensive activity for kids and families alike. Stay safe, know your water, and have fun!

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Take the Tackle Along

It’s easy to add fishing to any outdoor outing. Get useful fishing tips and safety for fishing in Iowa, a fun and inexpensive activity for kids and families.

Two high school girls softball players on their way to a local pond to fish
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Fish Surveys and Research

Learn more about fish survey data from individual lakes and rivers, collected by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR).

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Ice Fishing

Learn more about ice fishing in Iowa as a fun and inexpensive activity for anglers of all ages to get outdoors and avoid cabin fever.

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Aquatic Invasive Species

Learn about aquatic invasive species threatening Iowa, and what you can do to help keep our waters and wilderness areas free if these harmful species.

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Where to Fish

Getting outdoors and fishing is a little different for everyone. Iowa’s many waterways are the perfect backdrop to unplug and relax.

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Iowa Fish Species

Learn about fish species in Iowa, including identification, conservation, how to fish for certain species, and species monitoring.

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Rivers & Streams

Explore the many interior major and minor rivers in Iowa, full of various species and environments for ideal fishing and camping destinations.

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Kayak Fishing

Explore how kayak fishing can be a great way to stay active and get up close with nature, and learn safety and tips for your next Iowa fishing adventure.

An angler in a kayak on a pond, wearing a life jacket, smiles as he holds up a nice smallmouth bass he caught.
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Cooking Fish

Learn these Iowa DNR tips to preserve that great taste of freshly caught fish, and prepare a delicious meal that will receive rave reviews.

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Fish Local

Grab your family and your poles and catch a few moments you’ll never want to release with these popular Iowa metro fishing hot spots in Iowa.

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