Consistent watering essential for new trees this fall 10/15/2024 1:21:00 PM View Count 2490 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.
Grants available for community tree plantings 10/1/2024 12:58:00 PM View Count 3975 Through the USDA Forest Service Inflation Reduction Act, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) received funds for tree planting grants for communities.
Management planned for Eurasian watermilfoil found at Clear Lake 8/13/2024 2:37:00 PM View Count 4787 CLEAR LAKE - The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently discovered that Eurasian watermilfoil has spread in Clear Lake in Cerro Gordo County. A small area was originally found last fall east of the McIntosh Beach and treated this May. A larger area was found last week near Farmer’s Beach.
Late summer underwater aquatic plant control for ponds 8/7/2024 7:23:00 AM View Count 4794 A healthy pond needs aquatic plants, but too many can upset a fishing pond’s balance and become a nuisance. Many pond owners struggle with how to control the amount of aquatic plants, without completely removing all of them, so they can enjoy their pond.
Grant funds available for communities impacted by the 2020 derecho 7/2/2024 12:40:00 PM View Count 3042 The Iowa Legislature appropriated state infrastructure funds to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to be used for a community-based tree planting program for derecho recovery tree planting.
Enjoy the buzz – support the local bees and butterflies by adding pollinator friendly plants around the house 6/11/2024 2:24:00 PM View Count 2566 If you enjoy eating apples, peaches, blueberries, tomatoes, squash and more, thank a bee. Or, better yet, plant some pollinator friendly native plants in a pot, or flower bed or garden and support the local bees and butterflies.
Forestry experts available to help landowners assess storm damage 5/28/2024 2:24:00 PM View Count 2546 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has forestry experts available to help landowners impacted by recent storms with forest storm damage assessments and forest recovery plans.
Iowa’s 2024 Air Monitoring Network Plan Available for Public Review and Comment 5/20/2024 8:50:00 PM View Count 2035 The air monitoring network plan will assist the Iowa DNR in its efforts to monitor the quality of Iowa’s air and to keep the public aware of air quality problems.
Time to start planning to control plants in Iowa ponds 4/23/2024 12:15:00 PM View Count 1729 A healthy pond needs aquatic plants, but too many plants can limit the pond’s use and cause imbalances in the fish population. If you had problems using your pond last year because of aquatic plant growth, you could have similar problems this year.
Untreated groundwater discharge reaches Boyer River 2/26/2024 4:20:00 PM View Count 2271 DES MOINES – The Iowa Department of Natural Resources was notified of an untreated water discharge into the Boyer River in Crawford County.
Grant funds available for communities impacted by the 2020 derecho 1/16/2024 3:24:00 PM View Count 3671 The Iowa Legislature appropriated state infrastructure funds to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources to be used for a community-based tree planting program for derecho recovery tree planting.
Hunters encouraged to discuss hunting plan, safety after weekend hunting incidents 12/12/2023 11:57:00 AM View Count 4136 The opening weekend of Iowa’s second gun deer season saw another 50,000-plus hunters’ enjoying time in the timber in pursuit of legendary whitetails. Unfortunately, there were three hunting incidents that serve as a reminder for hunters to review safety measures before heading out.
Iowa Nonpoint Source Plan Vision available for public review 12/7/2023 2:38:00 PM View Count 3652 DES MOINES -- Iowa’s Nonpoint Source Management Plan Vision document and public presentation are now available for public review and comment on the DNR Watershed Improvement webpage: https://www.iowadnr.gov/Environmental-Protection/Water-Quality/Watershed-Improvement/Nonpoint-Source-Plan
Iowa DNR to host open house on Lake Keomah improvement plans 10/17/2023 11:54:00 AM View Count 4977 OSKALOOSA -- The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is hosting an open house to discuss renovation and improvement plans for Lake Keomah State Park, from 5:30 – 8 p.m. on Nov. 1, at the Lake Keomah Lodge. The public is invited to attend.
Consistent watering essential for new trees this fall 10/17/2023 11:50:00 AM View Count 5028 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 2024 growing season is essential for a strong start and healthy life.
Iowa DNR to host open house on Red Haw State Park improvement plans 10/3/2023 12:59:00 PM View Count 4408 CHARITON -- The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is hosting an open house to discuss renovation and improvement plans for Red Haw State Park. The public is invited to attend.
DNR to host open house to discuss Loess Hills State Forest Wildfire Restoration Plans 9/19/2023 2:13:00 PM View Count 3838 PISGAH -- The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will hold a public open house on Monday, Sept. 25, beginning at 6 p.m., at the Brent S. Olson Memorial Visitor Center.
Iowa DNR to host open house on Clear Lake State Park improvement plans 9/5/2023 1:11:00 PM View Count 3423 CLEAR LAKE -- The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is hosting an open house to discuss renovation and improvement plans for Clear Lake State Park, at 6:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 11, at Clear Lake State Park Lodge. The public is invited to attend.
Learn to Hunt program opens registration for women’s upland bird hunting workshop and mentored hunt 9/5/2023 1:06:00 PM View Count 3016 DES MOINES - The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is offering a comprehensive program on hunting upland game for women who have little or no upland bird hunting experience or who are looking to return to the field and build a network of female upland hunters.
Open house to discuss Barber Creek and Wapsi Wildlife Areas forest wildlife stewardship plans 8/28/2023 9:43:00 PM View Count 2530 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will hold an open house on Sept. 14, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Clinton County Conservation Board office.
Late summer cattail and floating-leaved plant control for ponds 8/22/2023 12:20:00 PM View Count 2788 Have the cattails in your pond taken over your favorite fishing spot or crowded you from one side of the dock or swimming area?
Help prevent the spread of invasive aquatic plants around West Okoboji Lake 8/16/2023 7:23:00 AM View Count 2810 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking for help to prevent the spread of Eurasian watermilfoil and brittle naiad around West Okoboji Lake.
Iowa DNR to host open house on Gull Point State Park improvement plans 8/9/2023 7:33:00 AM View Count 2884 Milford -- The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is hosting an open house to discuss renovation and improvement plans for Gull Point State Park, at 6:30 p.m., Aug. 22, at Gull Point State Park Lodge. The public is invited to attend.
Invasive aquatic plants confirmed at West Okoboji Lake 8/9/2023 7:28:00 AM View Count 3849 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently discovered Eurasian watermilfoil growing throughout the canals near Miller’s Bay and The Harbor canals on West Okoboji Lake in Dickinson County. Brittle naiad was also found in the Triboji lagoon. No Eurasian watermilfoil or brittle naiad was found in the main lake of West Okoboji or the other lakes in the Iowa Great Lakes chain.
Late summer underwater aquatic plant control for ponds 8/1/2023 12:15:00 PM View Count 3014 A healthy pond needs aquatic plants, but too many can upset a fishing pond’s balance and become a nuisance. Many pond owners struggle with how to control the amount of aquatic plants, without completely removing all of them, so they can enjoy their pond.
Water conservation alert declared for portions of northern Pottawattamie, Harrison, Shelby, Audubon, and Cass County 5/26/2023 3:48:00 PM View Count 3676 AVOCA, Iowa - A mandatory nonessential water usage restriction is in effect immediately for the customers of the Avoca Treatment Plant Distribution System. Regional Water Rural Water District has declared “Level Yellow,” the second of a system of progressive levels within its Emergency Water Conservation Plan.
Celebrate Iowa trees throughout the year 4/25/2023 11:40:00 AM View Count 2387 DES MOINES – Every Arbor Day, Iowans pay special attention to the benefits of our trees and dedicate themselves to planting and managing Iowa’s trees and forests.
Time to start planning to control plants in Iowa ponds 4/18/2023 4:22:00 PM View Count 2714 A healthy pond needs aquatic plants, but too many plants can limit the pond’s use and cause imbalances in the fish population. If you had problems using your pond last year because of aquatic plant growth, you could have similar problems this year.
DNR Virtual Public Meeting for Fawn Hollow Feedlot Nutrient Management Plan 3/17/2023 3:54:00 PM View Count 2433 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources will be hosting a virtual public meeting on Thursday, March 30, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. to gather public comment on the Fawn Hollow Feedlot Nutrient Management Plan (NMP).
Water Summary Update: February 2023 - New Iowa Drought Plan, continued wet conditions 3/9/2023 12:49:00 PM View Count 2725 This month’s Water Summary Update introduces the use of the 2023 Iowa Drought Plan (IDP).
DNR releases Iowa Drought Plan 3/9/2023 12:47:00 PM View Count 3791 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources has finalized a drought plan for use by local, county, state agencies and governments in the event of droughts in the state.
DNR to host open house to discuss Boone Forks Wildlife Area forest wildlife stewardship plan 3/7/2023 12:19:00 PM View Count 2689 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will hold a public open house on March 23, beginning at 6 p.m., at the Hamilton County Conservation Board, 2490 Briggs Woods Trail, south of Webster City, to discuss a proposed forest wildlife stewardship plan at the Boone Forks Wildlife Management Area (WMA).
Opportunity for Public Comment on the Draft Regional Haze Plan 2/13/2023 9:38:00 AM View Count 5661 The DNR invites the public to provide comment on a proposed revision to Iowa’s state implementation plan (SIP) to address the second 10-year planning period (2019-2028) of the federal regional haze rule.
Grant funds available for communities impacted by the 2020 derecho 2/7/2023 8:08:00 PM View Count 6355 The Iowa Legislature appropriated state infrastructure funds to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources to be used for a community-based tree planting program for derecho recovery tree planting in 27 impacted counties.
Minor Source Air Emission Inventories for Central Iowa due May 15 1/24/2023 1:25:00 PM View Count 9940 Minor source facilities located in the central third of Iowa (counties listed below) and all portable plants must submit their Minor Source Emission Inventory (MSEI) for calendar year 2022 emissions by May 15, 2023. If your facility is required to complete this year’s report, you will receive a letter from DNR.
Teaching outdoor skills courses scheduled this summer 1/17/2023 11:43:00 AM View Count 9264 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is sponsoring four courses on how to teach outdoor skills for K–12 teachers, naturalists and other educators this summer.
Reminder: DNR Virtual Public Meeting for Fawn Hollow Feedlot Nutrient Management Plan 12/22/2022 2:24:00 PM View Count 9618 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources will be hosting a virtual public meeting on Thursday, January 5, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. to gather public comment on the Fawn Hollow Feedlot Nutrient Management Plan (NMP).
DNR Virtual Public Meeting for Fawn Hollow Feedlot Nutrient Management Plan 12/15/2022 1:39:00 PM View Count 9804 Des Moines — The Iowa Department of Natural Resources will be hosting a virtual public meeting on Thursday, January 5, 2023, at 1:00 pm to gather public comment on the Fawn Hollow Feedlot Nutrient Management Plan (NMP).
Safety first, during the shotgun seasons 11/15/2022 11:42:00 AM View Count 4540 The long wait is almost over. For an expected 100,000 deer hunters, the shotgun deer seasons are right around the corner and before they head to the timber, it’s important that everyone go through their gear to make sure everything still fits and still works and takes time to review their hunting safety plan.
Fall is a great time to plant shade trees 10/18/2022 1:21:00 PM View Count 4029 It’s not too late to plant some varieties of shade trees before winter sets in. Fall is an ideal time to plant new trees with mild temperatures and adequate ground moisture.
Learn to Hunt program opens registration for women’s upland bird hunting workshop and mentored hunt 10/11/2022 12:04:00 PM View Count 3677 DES MOINES - The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is offering a comprehensive program to teach skills needed to hunt upland game. This program is geared towards women 18 years of age and older who have had little to no upland bird hunting experience. The workshop is also an excellent opportunity for women looking to return to the field and build a network of female upland hunters.
Learn to Hunt program opens registration for upland bird virtual Q & A panel discussion 10/5/2022 7:02:00 AM View Count 3214 DES MOINES - The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is offering a virtual program to teach skills needed to hunt, field dress and cook upland birds to those with little or no upland bird hunting experience.
Late summer cattail and floating-leaved plant control for ponds 8/30/2022 1:44:00 PM View Count 3021 Have the cattails in your pond taken over your favorite fishing spot or crowded you from one side of the dock or swimming area?
Late summer underwater aquatic plant control for ponds 8/2/2022 12:15:00 PM View Count 3579 A healthy pond needs aquatic plants, but too many can upset a fishing pond’s balance and become a nuisance. Many pond owners struggle with how to control the amount of aquatic plants, without completely removing all of them, so they can enjoy their pond.
Grant funds available for communities impacted by the 2020 derecho 7/26/2022 12:48:00 PM View Count 3853 The Iowa Legislature appropriated state infrastructure funds to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources to be used for a community-based tree planting program for derecho recovery.