Donated deer hides benefit disabled veterans 11/20/2024 1:53:00 PM View Count 147 Hunters donated more than 4,100 deer hides to Elks Lodges across Iowa last year, which was a slight decrease from the 2018-2019 season. The deer hides are used by the Veterans Leather Program to make professionally-crafted leather gloves for veterans in wheelchairs and also turned into leather used for therapy programs for recovering veterans.
Deer donation program 11/20/2024 1:50:00 PM View Count 150 The Iowa DNR, the Food Bank of Iowa and 31 meat lockers are participating in the Help Us Stop Hunger program for 2024. Hunters are encouraged to contact a participating locker before they harvest a deer to see if the locker has any additional drop off instructions.
Doe harvest registry 11/20/2024 1:47:00 PM View Count 149 Hunters interested in working with farmers to harvest additional does are encouraged to sign up with the Iowa Doe Harvest Registry. The Registry has been a resource that the Iowa DNR has offered to farmers since the mid-2000s, but is now easier to access.
Deer gun seasons important for chronic wasting disease sample collection 11/20/2024 1:43:00 PM View Count 165 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources will again be partnering with Iowa deer hunters to collect tissue samples to monitor for chronic wasting disease during the upcoming gun seasons.
Safety first, during the gun deer seasons 11/20/2024 1:41:00 PM View Count 156 For an expected 100,000-plus deer hunters, the long wait is almost over, Iowa’s gun deer seasons are right around the corner.
Iowa’s busiest deer seasons are almost here 11/20/2024 1:39:00 PM View Count 197 Iowa’s most popular deer hunting seasons are just around the corner, when roughly 100,000 hunters take to the timber for the long-awaited gun seasons.
Iowa DNR to host virtual public meeting on chronic wasting disease 11/19/2024 1:52:00 PM View Count 322 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has scheduled a virtual public meeting to update the public on statewide chronic wasting disease surveillance and management efforts.
Banner and Olofson shooting ranges offer discounted annual passes 11/19/2024 12:25:00 PM View Count 256 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has discounted its annual passes for the Banner and Olofson shooting ranges for 2025 by $40 making it the perfect gift for the hard-to-buy-for member of the family.
Safety tips for paddling in cold weather 11/19/2024 12:24:00 PM View Count 318 Winter paddling can provide solitude, exercise and an opportunity to see amazing winter beauty. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recommends that paddlers be prepared to paddle in cold weather.
Campground hosts needed for 2025 recreation season 11/19/2024 12:22:00 PM View Count 321 The Iowa DNR is seeking campground hosts for the 2025 camping season. If you enjoy camping and meeting new people, this may be the perfect volunteer opportunity for you.
Essential Autumn tree care tips 11/18/2024 11:43:00 AM View Count 444 Seasonal fall temperatures and lack of snow make it perfect conditions to work in your yard or timber areas.
City of Cherokee receives DNR approval for temporary wastewater discharge 11/18/2024 11:39:00 AM View Count 459 CHEROKEE, IA – The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has approved the City of Cherokee’s request to temporarily discharge partially treated wastewater into the Little Sioux River due to safety concerns at the city's wastewater treatment facility.
Use SLEIS To Slice the Time Spent Reporting Emissions 11/18/2024 11:23:00 AM View Count 371 Using the State & Local Emissions Inventory System (SLEIS) will simplify your 2024 air emissions inventory report and ensure it is complete and accurate.
Save the Date – Discussion on Air Quality Fees on December 10 from 1-3 PM 11/15/2024 11:53:00 AM View Count 377 Please join us on December 10 to continue the review and to provide input on draft revisions to the fees for new source review construction permitting, Title V operating permitting, Title V emissions fees, and notifications for demolition and asbestos abatement.
Diesel spill near Minden reaches Keg Creek 11/14/2024 4:47:00 PM View Count 916 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating a diesel spill at Keg Creek near Minden
Air quality permits for review, published 11/14/2024 11/14/2024 12:19:00 PM View Count 820 The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review.
Grants available to Iowa communities to plant trees 11/12/2024 1:04:00 PM View Count 1287 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is providing $900,000 in competitive grants for communities to plant trees.
Iowa’s Doolittle Prairie is one of the most diverse places in the state 11/12/2024 12:57:00 PM View Count 1293 Surrounded by modern agriculture in nearly flat northwest Story County, sits one of Iowa’s true gems – an oasis of diversity in a monoculture modern world. And why would this postage stamp-sized prairie not fall to the plow?
Natural Resource Commission to meet Nov. 14 in Des Moines 11/7/2024 2:35:00 PM View Count 1599 Des Moines – The Natural Resource Commission (NRC) of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will meet at 9:30 a.m., Nov. 14, in the Lake Darling Conference Room, 6200 Park Ave., in Des Moines.
Air quality permits for review, published 11/07/2024 11/7/2024 12:03:00 PM View Count 1580 The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review.
DNR enforcement actions, published 11/07/2024 11/7/2024 12:02:00 PM View Count 1848 DNR staff work with individuals, businesses and communities to help them protect our natural resources by complying with state and federal laws.
Environmental Protection Commission meeting agenda, published 11/07/2024 11/7/2024 12:00:00 PM View Count 1563 The Environmental Protection Commission (EPC) of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will have their monthly business meeting November 19. The meeting is open to the public.
Water Summary Update: A very dry October concludes with some beneficial rainfall 11/7/2024 11:58:00 AM View Count 1593 After the driest September in 152 years of records, nearly all of October experienced similar record dry conditions, according to the latest Water Summary Update
Wastewater discharge in Woodbury County reaches Missouri River 11/6/2024 6:18:00 PM View Count 2145 On November 6, the Iowa DNR Field Office in Spencer was notified by the City of Sioux City of an untreated wastewater discharge due to equipment failure at the Floyd lift station.
Zebra mussels found in Saylorville Lake 11/6/2024 7:07:00 AM View Count 2069 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has recently confirmed zebra mussels in Saylorville Lake, after concerned boat owners contacted the DNR while removing their boats from Saylorville for the winter.
Fall fishing for Iowa’s prize trout 11/6/2024 7:05:00 AM View Count 1990 Fishing Iowa’s trout streams is a unique way to enjoy the cool fall weather and marvel at the amazing colors of Iowa’s prize trout. Male brown and brook trout display their brightest, most vibrant spawning colors this time of year.
Electronic Air Compliance Reporting is Now Available 11/4/2024 3:19:00 PM View Count 1837 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) now offers electronic reporting for air quality compliance reports.
DNR investigating feedlot manure runoff at Sevenmile Creek in Montgomery County 10/31/2024 5:55:00 PM View Count 2248 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating a feedlot manure runoff at Sevenmile Creek in Montgomery County.
Iowa’s furbearer season begins Nov. 2 10/31/2024 1:50:00 PM View Count 2612 Iowa’s furbearer season opens Saturday and the outlook for trappers is positive – most species populations are steady, and there are some early indications wild fur pelt prices could be trending up this winter.
New snowmobile law streamlines permit requirements for residents 10/31/2024 1:48:00 PM View Count 2404 Iowa snowmobilers are no longer required to purchase and display an annual trail user permit, according to a new law that went into effect July 1, 2024.
Iowa stream flows concerning heading in to winter 10/31/2024 1:46:00 PM View Count 2393 After record low precipitation in September and October, drought conditions have reappeared across much of Iowa, causing river and stream flows to drop to similar levels as in 2023.
Paddling, hiking, hunting - even fishing a secluded trout stream - Turkey River Wildlife Area has a lot to offer 10/31/2024 1:43:00 PM View Count 2365 Four turkeys cautiously left the safety of the timber’s cover to wander into a small alfalfa field to hunt for insects at the aptly named Turkey River Wildlife Area.
Air quality permits for review, published 10/31/2024 10/31/2024 1:41:00 PM View Count 2195 The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review.
Iowa DNR Sustainable Materials Management initiative releases economic, environmental impact study reports 10/31/2024 1:38:00 PM View Count 2227 The Iowa DNR’s Sustainable Materials Management initiative is announcing the results of three studies examining the environmental and economic impacts of recycling in the state.
Sewage discharge reaches North Walnut Creek in Polk County 10/29/2024 4:51:00 PM View Count 2500 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating a wastewater discharge running into North Walnut Creek in Polk County
Air quality permits for review, published 10/24/2024 10/24/2024 2:12:00 PM View Count 2943 The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review.
DNR enforcement actions, published 10/24/2024 10/24/2024 2:11:00 PM View Count 3160 DNR staff work with individuals, businesses and communities to help them protect our natural resources by complying with state and federal laws.
Collegiate trap, skeet, sporting clays, and super sporting clays state championship results 10/22/2024 12:40:00 PM View Count 3516 Athletes from nine Iowa colleges competed in the 2024 Iowa Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) Collegiate Championships in Trap, Skeet, Sporting Clays, and Super Sporting Clays, Oct. 19-20, at the New Pioneer Gun Club, in Waukee.
Enjoy Iowa’s natural landscapes fishing rivers and streams this fall 10/22/2024 12:39:00 PM View Count 4477 Fall is a great time to catch fish in Iowa’s rivers. A unique angling challenge is hidden around every bend.
Hanlontown Slough’s mix of prairie and wetlands attracts wildlife and hunters to Worth County 10/22/2024 12:37:00 PM View Count 3263 A narrow strip of land, two plus miles long, with a history of being too wet to farm, has become an important waterfowl production area, home to other species in need of conservation and serving to improve water quality in the Cedar River watershed.
Air quality permits for review, published 10/17/2024 10/17/2024 3:25:00 PM View Count 3676 The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review.
Trout coming to RAPP Park in Shenandoah this Saturday 10/15/2024 1:22:00 PM View Count 3968 SHENANDOAH - The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is partnering with Optimal Aquafeed and Page County Conservation Board to stock rainbow trout at 9 a.m., Oct. 19, in RAPP Park outside of Shenandoah.
Consistent watering essential for new trees this fall 10/15/2024 1:21:00 PM View Count 4085 Fall is usually a good time to plant trees with mild temperatures and adequate ground moisture. With drought conditions across Iowa this fall, watering newly planted trees on a regular schedule through the 2025 growing season is essential for a strong start and healthy life.
State park campgrounds getting ready for winter 10/15/2024 1:19:00 PM View Count 4111 Another busy camping year in Iowa state parks is coming to an end and staff are preparing for the first freezing temperatures of the fall.
Bell Branch likely to be a popular place this fall 10/15/2024 1:17:00 PM View Count 4228 Iowa’s newest wildlife area is open for visitors.