DES MOINES, Iowa — The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has rolled out a new online system buying hunting and fishing licenses, applying for quotas and reporting kills. The system is called Go Outdoors Iowa.
“We are excited to implement a modern technology solution that not only brings efficiencies to the agency, but also provides so many added values and benefits for our users,” said DNR Customer Service and Licensing Supervisor Alex Cross.
Public users will be able to log-in to their customer profile from anywhere with a cellular or internet connection to edit customer details, purchase new licenses, reprint licenses, set up license auto-renew, report a harvest and submit quota hunt applications.
The Go Outdoors Iowa app was given a soft roll out in February. The app is downloadable for free through the App Store or Google Play Store and allows users to purchase and access their hunting and fishing licenses from anywhere, anytime via mobile devices, as well as renew licenses, view hunting regulations, report harvests and view current sunrise/sunset times.
A new collectible hard card is also now available for purchase from the DNR in two different designs — a largemouth bass or a pheasant — created by native Iowa artist Bruce Gordon. The durable hard card costs $5 and will include purchased licenses printed on the back for the year. The cards are available to purchase online or in person and will be mailed out after purchase. New designs on the hard card will be unveiled each year.
The new licensing system is accessible, as well as additional information, by visiting the Go Outdoors Iowa website. Customers may continue to visit any licensing agent to purchase their licenses and permits.
