Jasper County, IA Recorder

05/01/2026

Per Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (IDHHS)-
Effective July 1, 2026, the IDHHS is increasing the fee for certified copies (birth, death, and marriage) of vital records. The fee will increase from $15 to $20. The fee for birth registrations and marriage registrations will increase from $35 to $40.

04/15/2026

The DNR is introducing a new hard card design that will celebrate the 100 year anniversary of the State Fair Aquarium. This card will be available until the end of September 2026.

In addition to the State Fair Aquarium card, three new hard card images have been added for 2026!

04/14/2026

04/09/2026

April 10 is opening day for youth turkey season (residents only). A few reminders for our young hunters:
- Youth season applies to hunters younger than 16 years old on the day they purchase a license.
- Shooting opens 30 minutes before sunrise – approx. 6:12am for Jasper County.
- Shooting closes at sunset – approx. 7:47pm for Jasper County.
- For the most accurate times, check the GoOutdoorsIowa app on your mobile device.

And a few reminders for our Adult Mentors:
- If the Youth turned 16 before the season, they will need to have a Hunting License and Habitat Fee.
- The Youth license is for combination Gun/Bow and is valid statewide.
- Youth Season License is valid for the Youth Season or if unfilled may be used in any other spring season.
- Youth hunters must be under the direct supervision of an adult mentor while hunting during the Youth Season.
- Adult mentors supervising youth hunters hunting during youth season must have a valid License for one of the spring turkey seasons, a valid Hunting License, and have paid the Habitat Fee.
- Adult mentors must not carry a long gun, bow or crossbow, and must be in the direct company of the youth at all times.
- There may be no more than one youth with each properly licensed adult mentor.

And a few reminders for landowners and tenants:
- A youth who resides with and is a member of a family of a landowner or tenant who is eligible for a Landowner-Tenant Wild Turkey Hunting License may obtain a Landowner-Tenant License for Youth Season.
- The Landowner-Tenant Youth License will count as the one Landowner-Tenant Wild Turkey Hunting License the landowner or tenant family is entitled to for the spring turkey seasons.

Good luck. Be safe.

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03/31/2026

03/16/2026

Due to the blizzard, all Jasper County offices will be closed tomorrow, Monday, March 16th, reopening Tuesday, March 17th. Essential services will operate as normal.

03/06/2026

Iowa’s 2026 Spring Turkey Hunting Seasons Are Set!
Turkey season will be here before we know it! If you’re planning to head out this spring, here’s a helpful breakdown of the 2026 season dates in Iowa:
Gun/Bow Seasons
• Youth Season (residents only): April 10–12
• Season 1: April 13–16
• Season 2: April 17–21
• Season 3: April 22–28
• Season 4: April 29–May 17
Archery-Only Season
• April 13–May 17
Whether you’re mentoring a young hunter during youth season, heading out with friends for one of the regular seasons, or planning to bow hunt throughout the spring, now’s the time to mark your calendar!
Spring turkey tags are available at the Recorder’s Office — stop in and we’ll be happy to help you get set for the season.
Good luck this spring and safe hunting to all!

03/05/2026

In December 2025, 36,525 real estate documents were electronically recorded through Iowa Land Records — the 2nd highest month in system history.

This milestone reflects what happens when innovation and public service go hand in hand — and County Recorders remain committed to using technology to strengthen record security, protect property owners, and serve Iowans now and into the future.

02/09/2026

Thinking about taking your kids hunting for the first time—or maybe trying hunting yourself?
Hunter Safety Education classes are a great place to start!

Hunter education is a required program that introduces students valuable, lifelong skills useful for many outdoor activities. Classes are typically offered each year from March 1 through November 15.

The course covers:
• Basic survival and first aid
• Water safety
• Wildlife identification
• Basics of wildlife management
• Hunting laws
• Firearm and archery safety

Anyone 11 years old or older may enroll. Students who complete the course at age 11 will receive a certificate that becomes valid on their 12th birthday.

To find a class near you, contact your local conservation office or visit the Iowa DNR website⤵
https://www.iowadnr.gov/things-do/hunting-trapping/hunter-education-safety -hunter-education-program

Happy hunting!