Jones County, Iowa

Snowshoeing at Whitewater Canyon

Our adult based environmental education series, OWLS, (Older Wiser Livelier Souls) is back for 2023! We’ll kick of this year with a snowshoeing experience at Whitewater Canyon on Friday, January 27th. Free to any adults wishing to join us, interested parties will need to reserve their spot and can request to borrow a pair of snowshoes, if needed. We’ll need to know approximate height and weight to get you the best fit. All experience levels are welcome.  We’ll meet at the Whitewater Canyon main parking lot at 29912 9th Ave., Bernard IA at 1:00 PM. Be sure to dress in layers, wear sunscreen, and bring water. If conditions do not allow for snowshoes, we’ll go for a hike. Please indicate your interest by January 25th.

For more information or to make a reservation please call 563-652-3783 or jmeyer@jacksoncounty.iowa.gov . OWLS is an adult focused environmental education partnership between Dubuque, Jackson, and Jones County Conservation.

Central Park Early-Out Wednesday Birding Fun!

Looking for a fun early-out Wednesday activity for your family?  Visit the Central Park Nature Centers February come-and-go Early-Out Wednesdays special exhibit featuring “Birding Fun” with interactive educational displays and activities on “Backyard Birds”!   Learn how to identify common winter birds and how your family can participate in the 2023 Great Backyard Bird Count.  Get crafty and make your own birdfeeder to take home. Head outside to explore the exciting Jones County Wild for Reading StoryWalk® Trail then head back inside for hot chocolate and cookies provided by the Friends of Jones County Conservation and Nature Center.  Early-Out Wednesdays in February occur on the 1st, 8th, and 15th, from 1- 4 PM.  For more information visit https://www.jonescountyiowa.gov/conservation/

Central Park Early-Out Wednesday Birding Fun!

Looking for a fun early-out Wednesday activity for your family?  Visit the Central Park Nature Centers February come-and-go Early-Out Wednesdays special exhibit featuring “Birding Fun” with interactive educational displays and activities on “Backyard Birds”!   Learn how to identify common winter birds and how your family can participate in the 2023 Great Backyard Bird Count.  Get crafty and make your own birdfeeder to take home. Head outside to explore the exciting Jones County Wild for Reading StoryWalk® Trail then head back inside for hot chocolate and cookies provided by the Friends of Jones County Conservation and Nature Center.  Early-Out Wednesdays in February occur on the 1st, 8th, and 15th, from 1- 4 PM.  For more information visit https://www.jonescountyiowa.gov/conservation/

Central Park Early-Out Wednesday Birding Fun!

Looking for a fun early-out Wednesday activity for your family?  Visit the Central Park Nature Centers February come-and-go Early-Out Wednesdays special exhibit featuring “Birding Fun” with interactive educational displays and activities on “Backyard Birds”!   Learn how to identify common winter birds and how your family can participate in the 2023 Great Backyard Bird Count.  Get crafty and make your own birdfeeder to take home. Head outside to explore the exciting Jones County Wild for Reading StoryWalk® Trail then head back inside for hot chocolate and cookies provided by the Friends of Jones County Conservation and Nature Center.  Early-Out Wednesdays in February occur on the 1st, 8th, and 15th, from 1- 4 PM.  For more information visit https://www.jonescountyiowa.gov/conservation/