Donated deer hides benefit disabled veterans 11/15/2022 11:46:00 AM View Count 5844 Hunters donated 4,183 deer hides to Elks Lodges across Iowa last year, which was a slight increase from the 2021-22 season
2022 Statewide Materials Characterization Study now available 11/4/2022 4:32:00 PM View Count 3924 DES MOINES — The 2022 Statewide Materials Characterization Study identifying and quantifying materials being landfilled in Iowa is now available. The study will be the basis for implementing new and updated programs and policies and enhancing existing efforts to further reduce and recycle end of life materials.
Top 3 Tips for Successful Fall Application 11/4/2022 4:25:00 PM View Count 3040 The long-term dry spell that started more than two years ago has left stream levels low and made fish and other aquatic critters like crayfish especially vulnerable to spills and even small amounts of pollutants.
Iowa’s pheasant season is expected to be a repeat of 2021 10/11/2022 11:53:00 AM View Count 11861 Iowa’s 2022 pheasant season is expected to be another good one when more than 60,000 plus blaze orange clad hunters take to the fields on Oct. 29. And based on the results of the August pheasant survey, hunters can afford to be optimistic.
Aggressive treatment planned for Eurasian watermilfoil found in the Iowa Great Lakes 9/13/2022 12:22:00 PM View Count 4221 SPIRIT LAKE - The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will start treating East Okoboji, Upper Gar, Lake Minnewashta, and Lower Gar this week with the approved aquatic herbicide, Sonar A.S. to eliminate Eurasian watermoilfoil.
Pheasant survey predicts a repeat of last year’s excellent hunting for most of Iowa 8/30/2022 1:02:00 PM View Count 12054 Results of Iowa’s 2022 pheasant population survey are in and the results were nearly identical to that of 2021, when hunters harvested the highest number of roosters in more than a decade.
Maquoketa Caves State Park to reopen Thursday 7/27/2022 2:41:00 PM View Count 3987 MAQUOKETA, IA -- Maquoketa Caves State Park will reopen for day use at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 28. The campground will remain closed until further notice. All campers with reservations through Sunday, July 31 have been notified and refunded.
Iowa pheasant population survey begins Aug. 1 7/26/2022 12:46:00 PM View Count 6386 Iowa pheasant hunters had an excellent season last year, harvesting the most roosters since 2008, and many are looking forward to what 2022 has in store. That fall forecast will be based on the Iowa Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) annual roadside pheasant counts, that begins Aug. 1.
DNR Director issues statement about incident at Maquoketa Caves State Park 7/22/2022 3:27:00 PM View Count 5181 DES MOINES -- Statement from Kayla Lyon, Iowa DNR Director:
Celebrate a child’s first fish 7/12/2022 1:46:00 PM View Count 4173 Preserve the memory of your child or grandchild hooking their first fish this summer with a special certificate. Print the certificate yourself from an electronic file posted online or request a printed certificate.
Fourth of July weekend looking good for state park visitors 6/28/2022 3:15:00 PM View Count 3570 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.
Kirkwood Community College instructor recognized for outstanding fishing program 6/21/2022 12:58:00 PM View Count 3190 Ken Carroll, Parks and Natural Resources professor at Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids, is the 2022 recipient of the Brass Bluegill award from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources Fish Iowa! program.
Wastewater overflow in Carroll 6/20/2022 4:03:00 PM View Count 2638 CARROLL—Untreated wastewater overflowed from a manhole near St. Anthony Regional Hospital on the southeast side of Carroll Monday morning.
Apply now for Iowa nonresident deer tags 5/23/2022 3:17:00 PM View Count 3499 The Iowa nonresident deer hunting application period is currently open. Applications close June 5 at midnight, so there's still plenty of time to apply.
Sulfur Dioxide Data Requirements Rule Report Available for Public Review and Comment 5/17/2022 8:47:00 AM View Count 988 The DNR invites the public to provide comments on the 2022 report for the sulfur dioxide (SO2) Data Requirements Rule (DRR). The DRR requires an annual assessment of recent SO2 emissions in any area where air quality modeling of actual emissions provided the basis for designating the area attainment for the 2010 1-hour SO2 national ambient air quality standard (NAAQS).
Popular central Iowa paddling destination closed 5/10/2022 1:52:00 PM View Count 2219 This week’s warm weather is perfect for paddlers to get out on rivers. Water recreationists should be aware of bridge construction projects across Iowa.
Residential Tree Distribution Events offered statewide this spring 3/29/2022 2:00:00 PM View Count 9434 Iowa residents and Alliant Energy customers can purchase landscaping trees for their homes at deep discounts this spring. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) collaborates with local nurseries and organizations to provide a mixture of hardwoods, low-growing ornamental and evergreen tree species.
Five northwest Iowa men plead guilty to 48 wildlife violations 3/29/2022 1:52:00 PM View Count 3324 Ida Grove, Iowa - An investigation that began as a turkey poaching case last fall has concluded with five individuals pleading guilty to 48 wildlife charges and assessed nearly $83,000 in fines and liquidated damages.
Expiration of Public Health Proclamation & DNR’s COVID-19 Compliance and Enforcement Protocol 2/17/2022 8:46:00 AM View Count 1704 The state’s Public Health Disaster Emergency Proclamation expired at 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, February 15, 2022. Concurrently the DNR’s COVID-19 Compliance and Enforcement Protocol also expired.
Trees for Kids grant applications due March 4 1/25/2022 3:54:00 PM View Count 3291 DES MOINES – The popular Trees for Kids grant program is now accepting applications through March 4.
Summer seasonal positions open at fisheries offices 12/28/2021 1:13:00 PM View Count 1825 The Iowa DNR Fisheries Bureau has openings for seasonal fisheries aides for the summer 2022 season at fisheries offices across Iowa.
Summer seasonal positions open in state parks, forests and preserves 12/21/2021 3:56:00 PM View Count 3034 The DNR Parks, Forests and Preserves Bureau has openings for recreational aides and seasonal patrol officers for the summer 2022 season across the state park system.
First Day Hikes at Iowa State Parks: Join the Fun with the Parks Passport and Guided Hikes 12/14/2021 2:57:00 PM View Count 1705 DES MOINES – So what are you doing over New Year’s?
2022 hunting, fishing license on sale Dec. 15; duck, goose and dove hunters now required to register with HIP 12/8/2021 2:20:00 PM View Count 7487 Resident hunting, fishing and other licenses for 2022 are available beginning Dec. 15. 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.
Iowa DNR stresses safety after weekend hunting incidents 12/7/2021 1:45:00 PM View Count 7016 Officers with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) responded to four deer hunting incidents over the weekend – one related to property damage, one minor injury, one serious injury and one fatality - and one related to pheasant hunting.
Iowa DNR releases name of hunting incident fatality in Marion County 12/5/2021 5:02:00 PM View Count 1415 MARION COUNTY, Iowa – Authorities have identified 37-year-old Nathan Allen Sharpnack, of Winterset, as the victim in a fatal hunting incident that occurred in Marion County on Saturday.
DNR investigates fatal hunting incident in Marion County 12/4/2021 5:05:00 PM View Count 1458 MARION COUNTY, Iowa – Iowa DNR conservation officers responded to a fatal hunting incident on Saturday, December 4, 2021 around 2:45 pm near Lake Red Rock in Marion County.
DNR offices closed for Thanksgiving next week 11/18/2021 3:44:00 PM View Count 1408 DES MOINES -- DNR offices will be closed for regular business from Nov. 24 to 26 for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Donated deer hides benefit disabled veterans 11/16/2021 2:00:00 PM View Count 3854 Hunters donated nearly 4,000 deer hides to Elks Lodges across Iowa last year, which was a slight decrease from the 2020-2021 season.
Iowa Finance Authority and DNR announce Hometown Pride Water Tower Contest 10/14/2021 4:15:00 PM View Count 1896 DES MOINES–The Iowa Finance Authority and the Iowa Department of Natural Resources today announced a water tower contest that challenges Iowa communities to show off their hometown pride in a short video for a chance to win a one-of-a-kind water tower design by Iowa artist Laura Palmer as well as design installation. The contest is in recognition of the importance of water quality and the State Revolving Fund’s efforts to assist nearly 700 communities in financing water quality improvements.
7 hidden surprises at Wildcat Den State Park 10/13/2021 10:43:00 AM View Count 6755 Packed with historical, geological and natural wonders, Wildcat Den State Park near Muscatine has surprises around every bend. Here are the can’t-miss features and some finds you may not know about from park staff.
Trees for Kids grants awarded to 15 projects this fall 9/28/2021 1:51:00 PM View Count 2150 The popular Trees for Kids grant program will be funding 15 projects to plant 239 landscape-sized trees on school grounds or other public places frequented by youth. An estimated 1,041 youth will be engaged with the outdoors through these projects.
Boil Advisory for Minburn in Dallas County 9/25/2021 8:31:00 PM View Count 1591 MINBURN, Iowa - Authorities have issued a boil advisory for the residents of Minburn due to a water main break that caused a drop of pressure draining the water tower on Friday night.
The Iowa River Corridor is winning the battle over reed canary grass 9/21/2021 2:16:00 PM View Count 1801 Born out of the historic flood of 1993, the Iowa River Corridor is a mix of federal and state public land, stretching from Marengo in the east, to west of Chelsea covering more than 15,100 acres of the Iowa River floodplain.
Save the Date: Statewide Volunteer Day is Sept. 25 9/14/2021 2:54:00 PM View Count 2997 Iowa state parks and forests have set Saturday, Sept. 25 as annual Volunteer Day, when Iowans are invited to lend a hand at nearly 20 parks and forests hosting events.
Two seriously injured in boating incident on Mississippi River in Jackson County 9/7/2021 9:59:00 AM View Count 1657 SABULA, Iowa – Iowa DNR Conservation Officers responded to a boat crash on the Mississippi River on Sunday morning that left two people with serious injuries.
Pheasant survey predicts another good year of hunting for most of Iowa 8/31/2021 11:42:00 AM View Count 9526 Results of Iowa’s 2021 pheasant population survey shows the impact that weather can have on the popular game birds. In the regions where less snow fell, the counts were better; where more snow and ice fell, the counts were worse.
Updated Air Dispersion Modeling Guidance and Form MD Available 8/25/2021 4:01:00 PM View Count 1557 For those projects that may require modeling, DNR updated three guidance documents and Form MD. The updates remove references to the 24-hour and annual SO2 National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), which have been revoked.
DNR still seeking public’s assistance in tubing incident 8/22/2021 4:14:00 PM View Count 1664 LINN COUNTY, Iowa – The DNR Law Enforcement Bureau continues to seek the public’s assistance with any tips or information related to a tubing incident on Cedar River at Mohawk Park on August 15, 2021.
Applications accepted for Trees for Kids grants through Sept. 17 8/17/2021 11:44:00 AM View Count 1350 DES MOINES – The popular Trees for Kids grant program is accepting applications through Sept. 17.
DNR seeks public assistance in boat crash 8/16/2021 11:06:00 AM View Count 1792 CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa -- The DNR Law Enforcement Bureau is asking for the public’s assistance with a boat crash that happened on Sunday, August 15 around 2:00pm at Mohawk Park in Cedar Rapids.
Iowa pheasant population survey begins Aug. 1 7/28/2021 11:41:00 AM View Count 3837 The impact that a cold and snowy Iowa winter and driest spring since 1994 had on pheasant nesting success will likely be seen when the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) conducts its annual roadside pheasant counts between Aug. 1-15.
Boaters: Be aware of carbon monoxide poisoning while on the water 7/20/2021 11:48:00 AM View Count 2127 Carbon monoxide poisoning is not often thought of when on the water, but boaters need to be aware of the situations that can put them at risk of illness or even death.
Pheasant hunters and pheasant harvest increased in 2020 7/13/2021 1:18:00 PM View Count 3133 Pheasant hunters harvested nearly 300,000 roosters in Iowa during the 2020 season, which was the second highest harvest reported in more than a decade. In 2019, hunters harvested nearly 284,000 roosters.
DNR releases names of those involved in Saylorville boat crash 7/7/2021 6:31:00 AM View Count 2147 POLK CITY, Iowa – The Iowa DNR Law Enforcement Bureau continues to investigate a boat crash that left five people injured after it crashed into a pillar of the Mile Long Bridge at Saylorville Lake on Monday, July 5.