Missouri and Big Sioux rivers paddlefish fishing season opens Feb. 1 1/23/2024 12:38:00 PM View Count 3589 The paddlefish snagging season on the Missouri and Big Sioux rivers opens Feb. 1 and goes through April 30 (sunrise to sunset).
Missouri and Big Sioux River paddlefish license on sale Dec. 15 12/5/2023 11:52:00 AM View Count 4062 Iowa anglers can buy the Missouri and Big Sioux River paddlefish license and tags starting Dec. 15 through Jan. 7.
See You at the Iowa State Fair! 8/7/2023 4:11:00 PM View Count 3072 Visit the DNR Building at the Iowa State Fair for a chance to win prizes, enjoy the popular fish aquariums, talk to DNR experts, attend an outdoor-themed presentation and more!
Paddle your way to prizes! 5/15/2023 3:48:00 PM View Count 2544 The Hook n’ Paddle Passport, launched last summer, has been refreshed and is ready for a second year of fun.
It’s Back: Sign Up for 2023 Hook n’ Paddle Passport 4/25/2023 11:44:00 AM View Count 4848 The Hook n’ Paddle Passport, launched last summer, has been refreshed and is ready for a second year of fun.
Missouri and Big Sioux rivers paddlefish fishing season opens Feb. 1 1/17/2023 11:38:00 AM View Count 10106 The paddlefish snagging season on the Missouri and Big Sioux rivers opens Feb. 1 and goes through April 30 (sunrise to sunset).
Missouri and Big Sioux River paddlefish license on sale Dec. 15 12/6/2022 9:05:00 PM View Count 5862 Iowa anglers can buy the Missouri and Big Sioux River paddlefish license and tags starting Dec. 15 through Jan. 7.
Missouri and Big Sioux rivers paddlefish fishing season opens Feb. 1 1/18/2022 2:15:00 PM View Count 1788 The paddlefish snagging season on the Missouri and Big Sioux rivers opens Feb. 1 and goes through April 30 (sunrise to sunset).
Missouri and Big Sioux River paddlefish license on sale Dec. 15 12/7/2021 1:52:00 PM View Count 2425 Iowa anglers can buy the Missouri and Big Sioux River paddlefish license and tags starting Dec. 15 through Jan. 7.
DNR staff to discuss boating, paddling and safety at Altoona’s Bass Pro Shops May 15 and 22 5/11/2021 1:18:00 PM View Count 2226 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will have boating, padding and safety experts at Bass Pro Shops, in Altoona, May 15 and May 22, to talk with customers about lifejackets, safety and Iowa’s upcoming season on the water.
Iowa DNR accepting comments on proposed catfish regulations and paddlefish licensing changes on the Missouri and Big Sioux rivers 1/26/2021 12:05:00 PM View Count 3976 DES MOINES - The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting comments on proposed changes to catfish bag and length limits and paddlefish licensing on the Missouri and Big Sioux rivers, through Feb. 15.
Missouri and Big Sioux rivers paddlefish fishing season opens Feb. 1 1/20/2021 6:43:00 AM View Count 2497 The paddlefish snagging season on the Missouri and Big Sioux rivers opens Feb. 1 and goes through April 30 (sunrise to sunset).
Missouri and Big Sioux River paddlefish license on sale Dec. 15 12/8/2020 7:19:00 PM View Count 3063 Iowa anglers can buy the Missouri and Big Sioux River paddlefish license and tags starting Dec. 15 through Jan. 7.
Stay safe paddling this Memorial Day holiday weekend 5/19/2020 1:29:00 PM View Count 2934 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds paddlers to stay safe and follow physical distancing guidelines to help slow the spread of COVID-19. Getting outdoors after being indoors for such a long time is a fun and healthy option to start summer activities.
Missouri and Big Sioux River paddlefish license on sale Dec. 15 12/10/2019 12:01:00 PM View Count 4089 Iowa anglers can buy the Missouri and Big Sioux River paddlefish license and tags starting Dec. 15 through Jan. 7.
DNR offers safety tips for paddlers on Beaver Creek in Johnston 8/29/2019 4:07:00 PM View Count 3967 Paddlers using the newly opened access point on Beaver Creek in Johnston are advised to be aware of all conditions – including water levels, flow rates, recent floods, and upstream firearm trainings at Camp Dodge– that can affect the on-water experience.
Boaters advised to use caution at former Green Mill Ford Bridge site on the Cedar River 4/23/2019 3:08:00 PM View Count 2573 Fishing boaters and paddlers should use extreme caution if navigating the Cedar River between Waverly and Janesville, where ice jams destroyed the Green Mill Ford Bridge in mid-March.
Missouri and Big Sioux rivers paddlefish fishing season opens Feb. 2 1/22/2019 11:34:00 AM View Count 3321 The paddlefish fishing season opens Feb. 2 on the Missouri and Big Sioux Rivers and goes through April 30 (sunrise to sunset).
Missouri River paddlefish license on sale now 12/18/2018 8:23:00 AM View Count 3216 Try a new fishing experience this spring – snagging paddlefish on the Missouri and Big Sioux Rivers.
Missouri and Big Sioux River paddlefish license on sale Dec. 15 12/11/2018 11:55:00 AM View Count 3835 Iowa anglers can buy the Missouri and Big Sioux River paddlefish license and tags starting Dec. 15 through Jan. 7.
Paddlers warned to avoid bridge construction area on Raccoon River until debris has been removed 5/22/2018 11:42:00 AM View Count 4002 Booneville, Iowa - Bridge construction that began last year over the Raccoon River in Dallas County is creating a hazard for paddlers.
Iowa paddlers advised to avoid downstream of Bevers Bridge Access on popular Boone River Water Trail 5/15/2018 12:07:00 PM View Count 7167 WEBSTER CITY - New bridge construction, just downstream from the Bevers Bridge Access, on the Boone River in Hamilton County is creating a dangerous hazard for paddlers this summer. Thousands of paddlers use this access each year as they paddle down this popular water trail.
Missouri and Big Sioux rivers paddlefish fishing season opens Feb. 4 1/23/2018 12:49:00 PM View Count 4025 The paddlefish fishing season is open from sunrise to sunset from Feb. 4 to April 30 on the Missouri and Big Sioux rivers. Anglers fishing for paddlefish must have a valid Iowa fishing license, along with a special paddlefish license and unused transportation tag(s).
Missouri River paddlefish license on sale until Jan. 7 12/27/2017 11:14:00 AM View Count 7063 Iowa anglers have until Jan. 7 to buy their 2018 paddlefish license for the Missouri and Big Sioux rivers.
Missouri and Big Sioux River paddlefish license on sale Dec. 15 12/5/2017 12:22:00 PM View Count 4590 Anglers can buy the Missouri and Big Sioux River paddlefish license from Dec. 15-Dec. 31and Jan. 1- Jan. 7. A limited number of paddlefish licenses are available - 950 resident and 50 nonresident.
DNR advises boaters use caution on swollen rivers, reservoirs 5/23/2017 11:47:00 AM View Count 5460 Boaters, anglers, and paddlers are encouraged to use caution if planning to spend time on Iowa rivers or flood control reservoirs over the Memorial Day holiday. Heavy rainfall last weekend has brought many rivers to near flood stage and the force of the water will likely have moved around logs and other obstacles.
Charles City urging paddlers and trail users to avoid area at popular trail bridge crossing 4/11/2017 12:26:00 PM View Count 3504 Charles City – Charles City has closed the area around the Charley Western Trail Bridge, between South Grand and Clark Street, due to a partial bridge collapse. One of the bridge’s three arches partially collapsed Saturday morning just south of the popular Charles City Whitewater Park.
Missouri and Big Sioux Rivers paddlefish fishing season opens March 1 2/14/2017 12:36:00 PM View Count 5584 The paddlefish fishing season opens March 1 on the Missouri and Big Sioux rivers and runs through April 15 (sunrise to sunset). Anglers fishing for paddlefish must have a valid Iowa fishing license, along with a special paddlefish license and unused transportation tag.
Deadline to buy paddlefish license is Jan. 31 1/10/2017 12:00:00 PM View Count 4333 Iowa anglers have until January 31 to buy their 2017 paddlefish license for the Missouri and Big Sioux rivers. The special paddlefish season runs from March 1 to April 15.
Missouri River paddlefish licenses on sale now 12/22/2016 9:12:00 AM View Count 5471 Try a new fishing experience this spring – snagging paddlefish on the Missouri River. Paddlefish licenses are on sale now through Jan. 31, 2017.
Missouri and Big Sioux River paddlefish license on sale Dec. 15 12/7/2016 10:19:00 AM View Count 5951 Anglers can buy the special Missouri and Big Sioux River paddlefish license starting Dec. 15 through Jan. 31. A limited number of paddlefish licenses are available - 950 resident and 50 nonresident.
Paddlers Urged to Avoid Portion of Des Moines River Near Boone 3/11/2016 2:21:00 AM View Count 4397 BOONE – Kayakers and canoeists are warned to avoid a popular stretch of the Des Moines River in Boone County following the partial collapse of an historic bridge Thursday afternoon.
Missouri and Big Sioux Rivers Paddlefish Fishing Season Opens March 1 2/16/2016 8:16:00 AM View Count 5600 The paddlefish fishing season opens March 1 on the Missouri and Big Sioux rivers and runs through April 15 (sunrise to sunset). The paddlefish season was opened on these rivers March 1, 2015 after being closed since 1986 due to concerns of habitat loss and declining population numbers.
Deadline to Purchase Paddlefish License is Jan 31 1/12/2016 10:21:00 AM View Count 210478 Iowa anglers have until January 31 to purchase their 2016 paddlefish license for the Missouri and Big Sioux rivers. The special paddlefish season runs from March 1 to April 15.
Missouri and Big Sioux River Paddlefish License on Sale Dec 15 12/8/2015 7:02:00 AM View Count 5073 Anglers can purchase the special Missouri and Big Sioux River paddlefish license beginning Dec. 15 through Jan. 31. A limited number of paddlefish licenses are available – 950 resident and 50 nonresident.
Stand-Up Paddleboarding: Tips for Newbies 8/13/2015 9:49:00 AM View Count 10100 You might be familiar with canoes and kayaks, but a whole new paddling adventure can be had with stand-up paddle boarding (SUP for those in the know). See the tips and tricks below from certified SUP instructor Todd Robertson on how to get your own adventure started, and always check water levels before you go.
Explore This Iowan Urban Sanctuary 7/10/2015 10:51:00 AM View Count 7858 By Jennifer Wilson From the July/August 2014 issue of Iowa Outdoors magazine Ask park manager Lori Eberhard what George Wyth Memorial State Park has to offer travelers, and you’d better settle in for a long answer.
Paddle Up To These Secluded Campsites 6/19/2015 11:02:00 AM View Count 57677 The self-reliant can take advantage of several remote paddle-in primitive campsites, get surrounded by nature and leave other humans behind. The locations make for a Boundary Waters-like experience in Iowa.
Snag a Paddlefish This Spring With These Pointers 2/25/2015 2:57:00 AM View Count 18924 Anglers fishing the Missouri and Big Sioux Rivers this spring have a new angling opportunity. The new paddlefish fishing season opens March 1 and runs through April 15 (sunrise to sunset).
Do you know Iowa's largest fish? 12/26/2014 9:58:00 AM View Count 21661 While Iowa anglers have reeled in a 93-pound bighead carp and a 101-pound blue catfish, neither of those can dethrone Iowa’s largest official state record fish.