Electronic Air Compliance Reporting is Now Available 11/4/2024 3:19:00 PM View Count 122 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 562 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 782 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 627 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 698 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 632 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 564 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 581 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 885 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 1318 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 1497 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 1810 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 2825 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 1602 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 2074 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 2344 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 2424 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 2443 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 2549 Iowa’s newest wildlife area is open for visitors.
2024 Iowa deer hunting off to a good start 10/15/2024 1:13:00 PM View Count 3563 Despite warm weather persisting in much of the state, roughly 6,000 deer have been registered so far through the youth and disabled hunter seasons, and the opening of the archery and early muzzleloader seasons, which is slightly higher than both last year and the five-year average.
Iowa’s much anticipated pheasant season opens Oct. 26 10/15/2024 1:11:00 PM View Count 3264 Success during the 2023 pheasant season has Iowa hunters eagerly awaiting this year’s opening day and with bird population estimates similar to two years ago, hunters are expecting another great fall afield.
Air quality permits for review, published 10/10/2024 10/10/2024 1:53:00 PM View Count 2958 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 enforcement actions, published 10/10/2024 10/10/2024 1:52:00 PM View Count 3136 DNR staff work with individuals, businesses and communities to help them protect our natural resources by complying with state and federal laws.
DNR to accept public comment for water quality certification of permit 10/10/2024 1:50:00 PM View Count 2788 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is accepting public and stakeholder comments regarding the Section 401 Water Quality Certification of the new U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) Regional Permit 49.
Environmental Protection Commission meeting agenda, published 10/10/2024 10/10/2024 1:48:00 PM View Count 2816 The Environmental Protection Commission (EPC) of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will have their monthly business meeting October 15.
Boil advisory lifted for communities in Adair County 10/10/2024 1:47:00 PM View Count 2786 The boil advisory issued on Oct. 7 for the communities of Greenfield, Fontanelle and Orient in Adair County has been lifted.
Check docks and equipment for invasive species before storing for the winter 10/8/2024 11:56:00 AM View Count 3028 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds lake property owners to check their boat and trailers, and docks and lifts, for aquatic invasive species before storing them for the winter.
Stay safe this harvest season 10/8/2024 11:54:00 AM View Count 3080 AMES - As fall harvest starts across Iowa, the risk of wildfires in crop fields increases. Iowa is seeing dry conditions for this fall with relative humidity dropping down to dangerous levels for wildfires and ignition sources in the fields. Higher afternoon temperatures are also expected with the National Weather Service issuing both Red Flag Warnings and Fire Weather Watches across Iowa.
DNR to host public meeting on hazardous tree removal at Lewis and Clark State Park 10/8/2024 11:52:00 AM View Count 2984 ONAWA, IA – The Iowa DNR is hosting an open house at the Lewis and Clark State Park Visitor Center on Wednesday, Oct. 23 from 4 to 6 p.m. regarding tree removal and a timber sale at the park. The tree removal plan addresses several hazardous cottonwood trees near the campground. The open house will take place in a come-and-go format with DNR forestry staff on hand to answer questions.
Mine reclamation project to reshape Pella Wildlife Area 10/8/2024 11:51:00 AM View Count 3222 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is in the early stages of a two-year project that will completely change the Pella Wildlife Area, thanks to $4 million in funding from the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) Mine Reclamation program.
Mix of habitats attract wildlife diversity at Big Marsh Wildlife Area, near Dumont 10/8/2024 11:49:00 AM View Count 3029 Dumont has a front row view of the 614-acre northern section of Big Marsh Wildlife Area and the pheasants, turkeys, ducks, geese, eagles and more wildlife that call the area home.
Boil advisory issued for communities in Adair County due to pressure loss event 10/7/2024 7:44:00 PM View Count 3199 A boil advisory has been issued for the communities of Greenfield, Fontanelle and Orient in Adair County following a water main break.
Air quality permits for review, published 10/03/2024 10/3/2024 1:51:00 PM View Count 3596 The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review.
DNR enforcement actions, published 10/03/2024 10/3/2024 1:50:00 PM View Count 3583 DNR staff work with individuals, businesses and communities to help them protect our natural resources by complying with state and federal laws.
Water Summary Update: Water Year ends with a surplus despite very dry September 10/3/2024 1:48:00 PM View Count 3658 Iowa’s Water Year, which covers Oct. 1, 2023 to Sept. 30, 2024, was the first with above-normal precipitation since 2019, and saw the end of the four year drought in Iowa, according to the latest Water Summary Update.
Natural Resource Commission to meet Oct. 10 in Des Moines 10/1/2024 1:02:00 PM View Count 3729 Des Moines – The Natural Resource Commission (NRC) of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will meet at 9:30 a.m., Oct. 10, in the Lake Darling Conference Room, 6200 Park Ave., in Des Moines.
Wait until after Oct. 15 to prune oak trees 10/1/2024 1:01:00 PM View Count 4055 The best way to prevent the spread of oak wilt is to not prune any oak tree during the growing season.
Drivers stay alert for deer movement 10/1/2024 12:59:00 PM View Count 4258 Drivers are advised to stay alert as they travel Iowa’s roadsides over the coming weeks. Autumn deer behavior, crop harvest and peak travel times for motorists combine to hike the risk of vehicle-deer collisions in Iowa.
Grants available for community tree plantings 10/1/2024 12:58:00 PM View Count 3912 Through the USDA Forest Service Inflation Reduction Act, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) received funds for tree planting grants for communities.
Fall community trout stocking starts October 18 10/1/2024 12:52:00 PM View Count 8284 Eighteen lakes across Iowa are gearing up to receive trout this fall. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will release between 1,000 to 2,000 rainbow trout at each location as part of its cool weather trout program that brings trout to areas that cannot support them during the summer months.
Iowa Source Water Ag Collaborative Celebrates Source Water Protection Week 9/26/2024 1:42:00 PM View Count 4301 The Iowa Source Water Agricultural Collaborative is excited to join the national effort in recognizing Source Water Protection week, which takes place from September 29th through October 5th.
Pella Wildlife Area to be closed for mine reclamation work 9/26/2024 1:39:00 PM View Count 4520 PELLA, Iowa - The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship will begin a project to restore a 165-acre portion of the Pella Wildlife Area that was previously used as a strip mine, starting Oct. 1.
Manure spill near Doon enters tributary of Rock River 9/24/2024 5:24:00 PM View Count 3995 DOON - The DNR Field Office in Spencer received a complaint overnight about a manure release into a tributary of the Rock River southwest of Doon.
Migratory bird hunters reminded to register for the Harvest Information Program (HIP) every year 9/24/2024 2:44:00 PM View Count 4787 All hunters who pursue migratory game birds are required to register for Harvest Information Program (HIP).
Lend a hand in a state park at Statewide Volunteer Day on Sept. 28 9/24/2024 2:42:00 PM View Count 4480 Iowans are invited to lend a hand at the DNR’s eighth annual statewide Volunteer Day on Saturday, Sept. 28. Several parks across the state will be hosting volunteer events to help spruce up trails, buildings and other park amenities.