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FUNGARIUM! Lunch & Learn

Join Art McBreen, Treasurer of the Prairie States Mushroom Club, for an informative presentation celebrating the launch of the Fungarium! exhibit. Be among the first to see this traveling exhibit, which will be on display at the Central Park Nature Center for a limited time only—from early March through the end of May. A light mushroom soup lunch will be provided by the Friends of Jones County Conservation and Nature Center.

Wednesday, March 4

Noon - 1 PM

Central Park Nature Center - Lower Level Meeting Room

OWLS - Skunk Cabbage Hike

OWLS Skunk Cabbage Hike – March 20 

Lace up your hiking boots and welcome spring!

Join Naturalists from Dubuque, Jackson, and Jones County Conservation for the annual OWLS Skunk Cabbage Hike on Friday, March 20th.

Location: Swiss Valley Nature Center (meet in the parking lot)
Time: 10:00 AM (Introductions begin promptly at 10)

After introductions, we’ll hike to the Hanging Bog in search of one of spring’s earliest and most unique wildflowers — skunk cabbage! Known for its unmistakable scent and ability to emerge through snow, it’s a true seasonal spectacle!

🥾 What to Expect

• Approximately 2.5-mile loop

• Uneven terrain and hills

• Trekking poles recommended if conditions are icy or muddy

• Optional: Bring a lunch to enjoy with fellow hikers after the trek

About OWLS

OWLS (Older, Wiser, Livelier, Souls) programs are designed specifically for adults. These events are:

• Educational

• Fun

• A great way to connect with others who share an interest in conservation and the outdoors

OWLS programming is a partnership between Dubuque, Jackson, and Jones County Conservation Departments.

Registration

Registration is not required but is appreciated to help staff prepare.

To register, please call: 563-556-6745

We hope you’ll join us for this fun spring adventure! 

FLY Tying Class - Older, Wiser, Livelier, Souls -

Learn to Tie Your Own Flies!

Join us Thursday, March 26, from 9:00 AM to Noon at the Central Park Nature Center for an introductory fly-tying class.

This hands-on class is perfect for beginners and includes expert instruction and guidance throughout the session. Each registered participant will be provided with a fly-tying vise, and all materials are included!

Participants will leave with 4–5 finished flies, ready to catch fish or share with friends!

Instruction provided by Hawkeye Fly Tyer, Mike Jacobs.

• $12 materials fee

• Pre-registration REQUIRED

• Space is limited

  Click here to register for this event.