News Releases

Read the latest news from the DNR for environmental protection, recreation and conservation updates in Iowa.

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Safety
News Release

Stay safe on the ice this winter

With cold weather finally arriving in Iowa and freezing over lakes and ponds, ice fishing activity has begun at certain northern lakes.

Off-Highway Vehicles
News Release

Snowmobilers welcome return of winter

Snowmobilers across Iowa are welcoming the return of winter, eager to get out and enjoy the fresh snow.

Enforcement Actions
News Release

DNR enforcement actions, published 1/11/2024

DNR staff work with individuals, businesses and communities to help them protect our natural resources by complying with state and federal laws.

Air Quality
Public Meeting or Comments

Air quality permits, published 1/11/2024

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.

Boards and Commissions
Public Meeting or Comments

Environmental Protection Commission meeting agenda

The Environmental Protection Commission (EPC) of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will have their monthly business meeting Jan.17.

Hunting - Deer

Last chance to hunt deer until fall

Iowa’s final deer seasons are now open - the Population Management January Antlerless Season and the Excess Tag January Antlerless Season.