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Safety first, during the gun deer seasons

• 11/21/2023 11:54:00 AM
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The long wait is almost over. For an expected 100,000-plus deer hunters, the gun 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.

Last minute reminders for shotgun deer seasons

• 11/29/2022 3:43:00 PM
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Make sure to have a valid hunting license and habitat fee, and deer tag for the correct season.

Safety first, during the shotgun seasons

• 11/15/2022 11:42:00 AM
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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.

Safety first, during the shotgun seasons

• 11/16/2021 1:49:00 PM
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The long wait is almost over. For an expected 55-60,000 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.

For Iowa’s deer hunters, the wait is nearly over, shotgun deer seasons begin Dec. 4

• 11/16/2021 1:46:00 PM
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The first of Iowa’s two shotgun deer seasons begins Dec. 4, when an expected 55-60,000 blaze orange clad hunters head to the timber for the annual late fall tradition.

Clarification on 2021/22 deer hunting season request for comments

• 12/2/2020 2:46:00 PM
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The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) wanted to clarify that there are no changes to legal firearms for the 2020 shotgun hunting seasons starting this weekend.

Basic firearm rules are important for a safe hunt

• 11/18/2020 6:43:00 AM
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The first of Iowa’s two shotgun deer seasons opens on Dec. 5, and while optimism for a successful hunt is the primary focus, hunters are encouraged to brush up on safe hunting practices.

Basic firearm rules are important for a safe hunt

• 11/19/2019 2:07:00 PM
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The first of Iowa’s two shotgun deer seasons opens on Dec. 7, and while optimism for a successful hunt is the primary focus, hunters are encouraged to brush up on safe hunting practices.

Iowa’s 2018 shotgun deer season quickly approaching

• 11/20/2018 11:57:00 AM
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Deer hunters will soon be trading in their bows for shotguns and body harnesses for blaze orange vests as the calendar turns to December and the first of Iowa’s three main gun seasons begin.  And based on reports, it looks like hunting will be good, if the weather cooperates.

Iowa DNR and National Wild Turkey Federation to offer Learn to Hunt classes

• 3/8/2018 1:17:00 PM
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POLK CITY, Iowa – As spring nears, three basic “Learn to Hunt” classes for those interested in turkey hunting will be offered at the DNR’s Butch Olofson Shooting Range in Polk City.

2017 Iowa deer harvest surpasses 2016 totals

• 1/16/2018 2:10:00 PM
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Hunters reported harvesting 105,544 deer in Iowa for 2017, which is an increase of more than 4,100 deer from 2016. Iowa’s deer seasons closed on Jan. 10.

Iowa’s 2017 shotgun deer season preview

• 11/21/2017 11:39:00 AM
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The first of Iowa’s popular shotgun deer seasons is Dec. 2-6 when an expected 60,000 orange-clad hunters head to the timber. That group will be followed by another 60,000 hunters who prefer the Dec. 9-17 second shotgun season.

New law allows approved pistol cartridges for use in rifles to hunt deer

• 4/18/2017 12:14:00 PM
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Iowa hunters will have a new option this fall while hunting deer during the youth season, disabled hunter season and both shotgun seasons – rifles that are capable of shooting straight walled cartridges.

Iowa’s 2016 shotgun deer season preview

• 11/29/2016 11:34:00 AM
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The first of Iowa’s popular shotgun deer seasons is December 3-7 when an expected 75,000 orange clad hunters head to the timber. That group will be followed by 50,000 hunters who prefer the December 10-18 second gun season.

Don’t wait till the last minute to purchase shotgun deer season licenses

• 11/22/2016 1:53:00 PM
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Hunters planning to participate in Iowa’s shotgun deer season are encouraged to purchase their licenses ahead of time to avoid long lines at the retailer. 

Review gear before shotgun deer seasons begin

• 11/8/2016 1:42:00 PM
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The first of Iowa’s shotgun deer seasons begin December 3 giving hunters ample time to get their gun, cleaned, oiled and patterned before heading to the timber.

Don't Wait Till the Last Minute to Purchase Second Shotgun Deer Season Licenses

• 12/8/2015 6:56:00 AM
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Second shotgun deer season could see a few more hunters than usual this year. The combination of warmer than usual temperatures during the first shotgun season and the Iowa Hawkeyes playing in the Big Ten championship football game kept many first season hunters out of the timber.

Don't Wait Till the Last Minute to Purchase Shotgun Deer Season Licenses

• 11/24/2015 7:15:00 AM
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Hunters planning to participate in Iowa’s shotgun deer season are encouraged to purchase their licenses ahead of time to avoid long lines at the retailer.

Iowa's 2015 Shotgun Deer Season Preview

• 11/17/2015 10:12:00 AM
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Iowa’s shotgun deer season is still a few weeks away leaving time for hunters to contact landowners, sight in shotguns and tend to all the details before getting out and enjoying Iowa’s outdoors with friends and family.

Make These Upcycled DIY Shotgun Shell Wreaths for Your Favorite Hunter This Holiday Season

• 12/5/2014 7:15:00 AM
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Spend time together crafting these simple, yet elegant projects in an afternoon. Each has a refined look, yet are surprisingly simple—perfect for beginner to expert crafters. Use these idea starters, then add your own style.