DNR News Releases

How to properly dispose of Christmas trees

1/5/2023 1:50:00 PM
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If there are more pine needles on the floor than on the tree, it might be time to think about disposing of the Christmas tree. When that time comes, there are a few ways to properly (and sustainably) get that live tree back outdoors.

DNR offers tips for sustainable gifting

12/15/2022 1:37:00 PM
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DES MOINES – The holiday season is a time for spending with family and friends and giving and receiving gifts. This is also the most waste-generated time of the year.

Fourth of July weekend looking good for state park visitors

6/28/2022 3:15:00 PM
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Iowa State Parks are gearing up for the Fourth of July weekend as thousands of campers, cabin renters, picnickers and outdoor enthusiasts get ready to enjoy the long weekend.

DNR offices closed for Thanksgiving next week

11/18/2021 3:44:00 PM
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DES MOINES -- DNR offices will be closed for regular business from Nov. 24 to 26 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Iowa DNR offices closed additional day for Christmas holiday

12/22/2020 1:35:00 PM
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DES MOINES, Iowa -- All Iowa Department of Natural Resources offices will be closed on Thursday, Dec. 24 and Friday, Dec. 25. Normal business operations will resume on Monday, Dec. 28.

Think boating this holiday season

12/8/2020 7:23:00 PM
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Avoid the crowds and the “item out of stock” message this holiday season and get something every boater can use – new U.S. Coast Guard-approved wearable lifejackets.

Iowa DNR offices closed additional day for Thanksgiving holiday

11/18/2020 6:55:00 AM
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DES MOINES, Iowa -- All Iowa Department of Natural Resources offices will be closed on Wednesday, Nov. 25 through Friday, Nov. 27. Normal business operations will resume on Monday, Nov. 30.

DNR offers tips to reduce waste this holiday season

12/26/2019 11:33:00 AM
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DES MOINES – The holiday season is a time for spending with family and friends and giving and receiving gifts. This is also the most waste-generated time of the year.

Special $10 offer for Iowa Outdoors magazine

11/26/2018 1:32:00 PM
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Do you know someone who loves the outdoors? Give the gift that lasts all year long. Iowa Outdoors is an award-winning magazine filled with beautiful photography, interesting articles and expert tips about hunting, fishing, nature destinations, hiking, camping, outdoor cooking and much more!

Heavy boat traffic expected for Labor Day Weekend

8/14/2018 12:46:00 PM
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Boaters heading out for the Labor Day holiday will likely find busy waterways and lower water levels.

Late muzzleloader deer season opens Dec. 18

12/5/2017 12:25:00 PM
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Iowa’s late muzzleloader deer season begins Dec. 18, which is the final season that any-deer licenses are available.

7 Ways Iowans Can "Take It Outside" this Holiday Season

11/15/2017 10:06:00 AM
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With Thanksgiving just around the corner, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is encouraging families to consider spending part of their holiday enjoying Iowa’s outdoors.