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Iowa Department of Natural Resources Press Releases

2,133 Press Releases
  • Published on July 1, 2026 - 02:27 GMT

    Mink Run Wildlife Area offers outdoor recreation for a growing metro

    A generous donation by Dale Light, in 1994, created the 73-acre Mink Run wildlife area, a mix of grasslands, woodland with a dry run creek through the middle, three miles southeast of Lisbon and Mount Vernon, in northwest Cedar County. While not large, …

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  • Published on June 30, 2026 - 01:04 GMT

    [Jul 7] Park Manager - Parks, Forests and Preserves Bureau

    Do you enjoy working outdoors, leading a dedicated team, and making a lasting impact on Iowa’s natural resources? The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated natural resource professional to serve as the next Park …

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  • Published on June 30, 2026 - 01:04 GMT

    DNR investigating fish kill in Lee County

    HOUGHTON - The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating a fish kill near the City of Houghton in Lee County. On June 25, the DNR Field Office in Washington was notified of a possible pesticide rinsate spill near the ChemGro facility in …

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  • Published on June 30, 2026 - 01:04 GMT

    [Jul 8] Environmental Engineer (Environmental Engineer - Wastewater)

    The Iowa Department of Natural Resources has an exciting opportunity for a Wastewater Engineer who demonstrates technical skills, customer focus and is a detail-oriented team player to join the Wastewater Engineering team to help protect Iowa’s water …

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  • Published on June 30, 2026 - 01:04 GMT

    [Jul 13] Park Manager - Parks Bureau

    The Iowa DNR is seeking a motivated individual to join our Parks, Forestry and Preserves Bureau as a Park Manager for Pine Lake and Union Grove State Parks. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in one of Iowa’s premier outdoor recreation …

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  • Published on June 26, 2026 - 06:15 GMT

    Water use permits for review, published 06/25/2026

    DES MOINES – The DNR Water Quality Bureau has the following draft water use permits posted for public review. Water use permits regulate how Iowa’s water resources are allocated to ensure facilities use water efficiently and responsibly, at rates and …

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  • Published on June 25, 2026 - 22:51 GMT

    Reminder - New Air Quality Fee Schedule Starts July 1

    A new air quality fee schedule becomes effective beginning July 1, 2026. Iowa EASY Air will be unavailable for a short period from 7:30 to 8:00 a.m. on July 1 while the switch is made. Additional notices will be sent out notifying users of when the system …

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  • Published on June 24, 2026 - 14:11 GMT

    Timber, Prairie, River - Troy Mills offers a lot of recreation on 323 acres

    Troy Mills, Iowa - Sitting on the west side of the Wapsipinicon River, a few miles west of the town Troy Mills, Troy Mills Wildlife Area is a mix of sand prairie, timber and wetlands. On this early June morning, the calls of dickcissels, northern yellow …

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  • Published on June 24, 2026 - 14:11 GMT

    Have a fun and safe Fourth of July holiday weekend

    Iowa lakes and rivers will be busy with paddlers this long holiday weekend. Iowa has 18,000 miles of navigable waterways, and no shortage of streams and lakes to paddle. Paddlers can enjoy water trails that currently span 36 counties across the state via …

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  • Published on June 24, 2026 - 14:11 GMT

    Help stop aquatic hitchhikers this Fourth of July weekend

    The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds 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. Aquatic invasive species move from one water body to …

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  • Published on June 24, 2026 - 14:11 GMT

    Iowa archers place at the 2026 NASP Championship

    Iowa archers competed in the National Archery in Schools Program (NASP) Championship, held June 18-20, in Daytona Beach, Florida. The following Iowa archers placed in the Top 10 in their division. NASP Championship - Bullseye High School Division: Third …

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  • Published on June 22, 2026 - 17:24 GMT

    [Jul 6] Bureau Chief of Land Quality - Land Quality Bureau

    This is a non-merit position for the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.  Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.   To be considered, …

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  • Published on June 22, 2026 - 17:24 GMT

    [Jun 29] Program Planner 2 - Land Quality Bureau

    The Iowa Department of Natural Resources has a unique and exciting position available within the Environmental Services Division, Financial & Business Assistance Section (FABA), located in Des Moines, Iowa.   Within this position you will be involved …

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  • Published on June 22, 2026 - 17:24 GMT

    [Jul 6] Environmental Specialist - Water Quality Bureau

    The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Environmental Specialist to join our Water Quality Bureau’s Onsite Wastewater Program. This position plays a vital role in protecting Iowa's groundwater and surface …

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  • Published on June 22, 2026 - 17:23 GMT

    [Jul 6] Environmental Specialist - Air Quality Bureau

    Are you passionate about environmental protection, regulatory compliance, and improving air quality for Iowans? The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Environmental Specialist to join our Air Quality Bureau. …

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  • Published on June 18, 2026 - 16:43 GMT

    2026 Iowa’s Scholastic Clay Target Program hosts largest youth trap shooting championship in Iowa

    Athletes from more than 120 teams across Iowa converged on the Iowa State Trapshooting Homegrounds, north of Cedar Falls, June 8-14, for the 2026 Scholastic Clay Target Program State Trap Shooting Championship. The event had 4,886 entries from athletes …

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  • Published on June 18, 2026 - 16:43 GMT

    Air quality permits for review, published 06/18/2026

    DES MOINES – 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. DNR’s permitting staff review the applications to ensure facilities comply with state and federal air …

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  • Published on June 18, 2026 - 16:43 GMT

    Water use permits for review, published 06/18/2026

    DES MOINES – The DNR Water Quality Bureau has the following draft water use permits posted for public review. Water use permits regulate how Iowa’s water resources are allocated to ensure facilities use water efficiently and responsibly, at rates and …

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  • Published on June 16, 2026 - 23:34 GMT

    Habitat quality, variety on Callahan tract enhances Little Sioux Wildlife Area

    Gillette Grove, Iowa - The recently acquired 425-acre Callahan Tract in southern Clay County, with its two plus miles of the Little Sioux River and roughly 30 acres of never been plowed prairie, was a perfect fit for the Little Sioux Wildlife Area. The …

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  • Published on June 16, 2026 - 23:34 GMT

    Learn to Hunt program opens registration for beginner fur harvesting workshops in July

    DES MOINES - The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and Iowa Trappers Association are partnering to offer beginner trapping workshops around the state starting in July. Workshops feature knowledge and skill building sessions with instructors that …

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