2021 hunting, fishing licenses on sale 12/29/2020 11:32:00 AM View Count 3629 2021 resident hunting, fishing and other licenses are now on sale. The menu of license options includes the popular Outdoor Combo annual resident hunting/fishing/habitat combo license for $55; the Angler’s Special three-year fishing license for $62; and the Hunter’s Special three-year hunting license with habitat included for $101.
Fish Iowa program opens registration for virtual ice fishing courses 12/22/2020 1:33:00 PM View Count 12755 DES MOINES - The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is offering two free virtual ice fishing courses to individuals who have little to no ice fishing experience or would like to further improve their current skills.
Stay safe as Iowa lakes freeze over 12/15/2020 2:29:00 PM View Count 3978 The recent blast of arctic air is growing ice on lakes and ponds over much of Iowa. Anglers are ready to get out for the popular early ice fishing season.
2021 hunting, fishing licenses on sale Dec. 15 12/8/2020 7:15:00 PM View Count 9315 Iowans can buy 2021 resident hunting, fishing and other licenses on Dec. 15. Licenses purchased for 2020 expire on Jan. 10.
Fall trout spawn in full swing 11/18/2020 6:49:00 AM View Count 3845 Hundreds of yellow ovals offset the brown and green coloration of each female brown trout ready to spawn at the Manchester Fish Hatchery. The splashes of color are signs that trout spawning season is in full swing.
Grants available for fishing and boating education programs in Hispanic communities 11/3/2020 12:30:00 PM View Count 2388 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources’ Fish Iowa! angler education program has partnered with the Recreational Fishing and Boating Foundation’s (RBFF) Vamos A Pescar™ program to provide funding to local 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations to support local efforts to educate and engage families in high-density Hispanic communities through programs, classes and fishing activities. Minimum grant request is $5,000 with a 1:1 cash match required.
Fall fishing for Iowa’s prize trout 11/3/2020 12:26:00 PM View Count 3367 Enjoy what’s left of the spectacular colors and cool weather fishing in northeast Iowa’s hundreds of miles of trout streams this fall. From easily accessible streams in state or county parks, to those found in Iowa’s most wild and remote natural spaces, there are plenty of places to catch rainbow, brown and brook trout.
Fall is a great time to catch fish in Iowa’s rivers 10/27/2020 2:23:00 PM View Count 2786 Enjoy Iowa’s natural landscapes fishing Iowa’s rivers and streams this fall. A unique angling challenge is hidden around every bend.
Seven additional community trout ponds ready for anglers to catch trout 10/27/2020 2:22:00 PM View Count 5452 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) released between 1,000 to 2,000 rainbow trout at seven additional community trout ponds across Iowa as part of its cool weather trout program that brings trout to areas that cannot support them during the summer.
Fishing Regulations relaxed at Lake Ahquabi and Hooper Lake in Warren County 10/6/2020 1:41:00 PM View Count 4627 Indianola - The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has relaxed the fishing regulations at Lake Ahquabi and Hooper Lake in Warren County to allow anglers to more freely harvest fish before the lakes are drained in mid-summer 2021.
Relaxed fishing regulations extended at Spring Lake in Cherokee County 10/6/2020 1:40:00 PM View Count 2223 Cherokee - The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has extended the relaxed fishing regulations at Spring Lake at Koser Spring Lake Park until Oct. 26.
Fall offers fantastic fishing – get out and enjoy it 9/29/2020 1:15:00 PM View Count 3412 Fall is a great time to catch fish with family and friends. The air is cool, the views are picturesque and the fish are easy to catch. Make lasting memories together and put your worries behind you.
Fishing regulations relaxed at two oxbows along the Missouri River due to low water 9/21/2020 6:33:00 AM View Count 2016 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has relaxed the fishing regulations at Upper Decatur/Tieville Bend and Louisville Bend in Monona County. Low water levels in the Missouri River have trapped fish in these areas and water levels are continuing to drop.
Iowa Outdoors Expo goes virtual 8/25/2020 1:36:00 PM View Count 2698 The Iowa Outdoor Expo has gone virtual this year, and extended the opportunity to learn about the outdoors for the entire month of September.
Shorebirds flocking to mudflats at Lake Red Rock 8/25/2020 1:14:00 PM View Count 3536 Birdwatchers know that heading north out of Pleasantville on North State Street, will lead them to a dead end at Lake Red Rock, near the impoundment that holds the greatest number of shorebirds available to birdwatchers without a boat.
Virtual fishing tournaments added to Iowa DNR special events applications 8/19/2020 7:23:00 AM View Count 2966 Based on overwhelming support received during public comment in March, Iowa DNR is expanding the definition of fishing tournaments to include virtual fishing tournaments.
DNR investigating fish kill in Long Creek near Washington 8/16/2020 1:47:00 PM View Count 1970 WASHINGTON, Iowa – The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating a discharge into Long Creek near Washington after a person noticed dead fish over several days.
Virtual Workshop: Fly Fishing and Tying Demystified 7/21/2020 1:11:00 PM View Count 3063 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources and Edible Outdoors are partnering to offer a virtual introduction to fly fishing and fly tying.
Beyond BOW - Fly Fishing Seminars 7/21/2020 1:09:00 PM View Count 2444 The Becoming an Outdoors Woman Beyond BOW program is offering three virtual seminars focusing on fly fishing. While the seminars are geared towards women, they are open to any adult who would like to attend. Participants may choose to attend any or all of the seminars.
Help stop aquatic hitchhikers this Fourth of July 6/30/2020 2:43:00 PM View Count 3095 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages all boaters and anglers to check for unwanted hitchhikers on their boats and equipment this Fourth of July to help protect Iowa lakes and streams.
Join in on the family fun of fishing during free fishing weekend 5/26/2020 1:14:00 PM View Count 19379 Iowa residents can try fishing without buying a license on June 5, 6 and 7 as part of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) free fishing weekend. All other regulations remain in place.
8 common mistakes anglers make 5/21/2020 1:56:00 PM View Count 9654 Most anglers dream of the perfect catch, but simple mistakes can prevent you from reeling in that trophy fish.
Wastewater discharge stopped in Washington County 4/15/2020 1:06:00 PM View Count 2466 AINSWORTH—The city of Ainsworth in Washington County reported a wastewater discharge to DNR shortly after 8 a.m. Wednesday.
Stay safe this spring fishing season 4/9/2020 10:40:00 AM View Count 2531 As temperatures warm up this spring, many Iowans are wondering if they can still fish in light of the COVID-19 health emergency. The answer is yes, but be careful and responsible.
Public boats ramps and fishing accesses are still open - stay safe and keep physical distance 4/7/2020 12:35:00 PM View Count 8101 While public boat ramps and fishing accesses are still open across Iowa, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds boaters to abide by the physical distancing protocols recommended by the state to help stop the spread of COVID-19.
Iowa fishing and hunting regulations not affected by COVID-19 3/24/2020 12:01:00 PM View Count 9071 Iowa's hunting and fishing regulations are not affected by the current COVID-19 health emergency in Iowa. Despite rumors on social media channels, the DNR has no plans to eliminate seasons, relax regulations or change license prices.
2019 hunting, fishing license sales 2/18/2020 11:33:00 AM View Count 3894 In 2019, Iowa residents purchased…
Iowa DNR accepting comments on proposed fishing rules 2/12/2020 1:25:00 PM View Count 3346 Des Moines - The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting comments on several proposed changes to the Iowa Administrative Code Chapters 44, 54, 81 and 113, through March 5.
Ice fishing shelters must be removed by Feb. 20 2/11/2020 2:03:00 PM View Count 2825 Des Moines – Permanent ice shelters must be removed from all state-owned lands and waters by Feb. 20. Ice shelter owners are encouraged not to wait until the last minute to get their shelter off the ice. If a shelter falls through the ice, the owner is responsible for getting it out of the lake.
Family trout fishing event this Saturday in Ames 2/4/2020 12:34:00 PM View Count 3410 Ames, Iowa – A family-friendly trout fishing event will be held at Ada Hayden Heritage Park this Saturday, Feb. 8 at noon.
Trout stocking at Ada Hayden Heritage Park postponed 1/28/2020 3:39:00 PM View Count 3923 Ames, Iowa – The trout stocking and family trout fishing event scheduled for this Saturday, Feb. 1, at Ada Hayden Heritage Park, has been postponed due to unsafe ice conditions for the expected large crowd.
Bald Eagle shot, killed in Ankeny; public’s help sought 1/21/2020 1:33:00 PM View Count 26340 ANKENY, Iowa -- On January 3, 2020, the Ankeny Police Department contacted a DNR Conservation Officer and a Wildlife Rehabber about a mature Bald Eagle that was not acting normal and sitting on the ground near Northeast Trilein Drive and East 1st Street.
DNR conservation officer assists with ice rescue 12/30/2019 9:24:00 AM View Count 4358 WARREN COUNTY, Iowa – On December 27, around 3:15pm, Warren County Sheriff’s Office dispatch received a call came of two people that had gone through the ice at Summerset State Park and were yelling for help.
New Rathbun Reservoir map available on the DNR website 12/17/2019 1:07:00 PM View Count 5274 Fisheries staff from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources recently surveyed Rathbun Reservoir. An updated fishing map is available on the DNR website.
2020 hunting, fishing licenses on sale Dec. 15 12/10/2019 11:59:00 AM View Count 7348 Iowans can buy 2020 resident hunting, fishing and other licenses on Dec. 15. Licenses purchased for 2019 expire on Jan. 10.
Anonymous tip leads to charges on illegal killing of swans 12/9/2019 8:20:00 AM View Count 10006 ANKENY, Iowa – On December 6, 2019, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources received an anonymous tip about a man shooting trumpeter swans at Paul Errington Marsh, just east of Ankeny.
Stay safe as Iowa lakes freeze over 11/19/2019 2:10:00 PM View Count 4071 The recent blast of arctic air is growing ice on lakes and ponds over much of Iowa. Anglers are starting to get out for the popular early ice fishing season.
Fall trout spawn in full swing 11/12/2019 11:53:00 AM View Count 2670 Hundreds of yellow ovals offset the brown and green coloration of each female brown trout ready to spawn at the Manchester Fish Hatchery. The splashes of color are signs that trout spawning season is in full swing.
10 fall favorite trout fishing streams 11/12/2019 6:51:00 AM View Count 8093 Get out and explore northeast Iowa’s trout streams this fall. From easily accessible streams in state or county parks, to streams in Iowa’s most wild and remote natural spaces – there's a perfect spot for everyone.
Grants available for fishing and boating education programs in Hispanic communities 11/5/2019 3:29:00 PM View Count 2423 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources’ Fish Iowa! angler education program has partnered with the Recreational Fishing and Boating Foundation’s (RBFF) Vamos A Pescar™ program to provide funding to local 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations to support local efforts to educate and engage families in high-density Hispanic communities through programs, classes and fishing activities. Minimum grant request is $5,000 with a 1:1 cash match required.
Fall fishing for Iowa’s prize trout 11/5/2019 3:26:00 PM View Count 6651 Enjoy the spectacular colors and cool weather this fall fishing in northeast Iowa’s hundreds of miles of trout streams. From easily accessible streams in state or county parks, to those found in Iowa’s most wild and remote natural spaces, there are plenty of places to catch rainbow, brown and brook trout.
Fall is a great time to catch fish in Iowa’s rivers 10/29/2019 12:07:00 PM View Count 4633 Enjoy Iowa’s natural landscapes fishing Iowa’s rivers and streams this fall. A unique angling challenge is hidden around every bend.
Carroll County father and son charged with several deer violations 10/23/2019 8:58:00 AM View Count 4607 CARROLL COUNTY, Iowa – Iowa Department of Natural Resources Conservation Officers have charged two Glidden men with numerous deer hunting violations, including poaching, from an investigation stemming back to November 2018.
Fall offers fantastic fishing – get out and enjoy it 10/15/2019 11:39:00 AM View Count 3236 Fall is a great time to catch fish with family and friends. The air is cool, the views are picturesque, lakes are less crowded and the fish are easy to catch. Make lasting memories together and put your worries behind you.
5 ways to celebrate hunting and fishing this fall 9/26/2019 11:20:00 AM View Count 3176 Discover new and exciting ways to enjoy Iowa’s outdoors this fall with these simple suggestions. Invite someone to come along to share the fun and memories.