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15th Annual Healthiest State Walk - Central Park

Meet at the Central Park Nature Center at Noon for a relaxing guided walk around Central Park Lake. 

The Annual Walk is an opportunity to join thousands of other Iowans statewide in walking for at least 30 minutes!

Grab your friends or family to join us for a scenic walk while participating in the 15th Annual Healthiest State Iowa Walk event!

For more information visit: https://www.iowahealthieststate.com/events/annual-walk

Central Park Lake Fall Colors Sunset Floats

Enjoy a paddle on Central Park Lake.  Join in for a fun and relaxing introduction to flat water kayaking. You will learn the basics of kayak safety and paddling, followed by a peaceful paddle on Central Park Lake.  The perfect way to enjoy the vibrant fall colors and beautiful autumn sunset.

Registration required - visit https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Jones/Events  to register.

This event is for ages 12 and up.  

All equipment provided.  

Board of Supervisors Meeting

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Solid Waste Management Commission Meeting

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OWLS - Fall Colors Adult Paddling Trip

Adults are invited to join Dubuque, Jackson, and Jones County Naturalists for a fall paddle on the Maquoketa River! Enjoy fall colors as we paddle this senic stretch from Iron Bridge Road Access to Spragueville Access.

This event is part of our OWLS (Older, Wiser, Livelier Souls) Events for adults. This event is FREE.

Limited kayaks and canoes are available to borrow or bring your own.

Registration is REQUIRED by calling (563) 652-3783 or emailing conservation@jacksoncounty.iowa.gov.

Itinerary:
9:00 AM meet at Iron Bridge access
9:30 shuttle vehicles to Spragueville and get back to start
10:00-2:30 paddle the river, stop at a sandbar for lunch.
2:30-3:00 load up and depart from Spragueville

Wear clothing and shoes that can get wet. Bring a lunch and water for on the river.

Locations:
Iron Bridge Access https://maps.app.goo.gl/xrHK1QWu3Eekgykt5
Spragueville Access https://maps.app.goo.gl/VKXCcSuago1KXjYP8

Conservation Board Meeting

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Planning And Zoning Commission Meeting

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Foraging Series

Join Monticello Parks and Recreation Staff and Jones County Conservation Naturalist, Michele Olson, for a foraging hike.  Learn how to safely identify, harvest, and enjoy nature's wild bounty!    Mark your calendar for the following Foraging Series outing dates:  Spring: April 30th, 4 PM Willow Park, Monticello.   Summer:  July 9th, 4 PM Riverside Gardens, Monticello.  Fall: October 15th, 4 PM, Central Park Nature Center.   Wear hiking footwear, comfortable tick and Mosquitoe proof clothing, a hat, and sunscreen.  Bring a water bottle and insect repellent.  

Central Park Lake Fall Colors Sunset Floats

Enjoy a paddle on Central Park Lake.  Join in for a fun and relaxing introduction to flat water kayaking. You will learn the basics of kayak safety and paddling, followed by a peaceful paddle on Central Park Lake.  The perfect way to enjoy the vibrant fall colors and beautiful autumn sunset.

Registration required - visit https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Jones/Events  to register.

This event is for ages 12 and up.  

All equipment provided.  

Board of Health Meeting

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Board of Supervisors Meeting

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Board of Adjustment Meeting

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Central Park Volunteer Prairie Seed Harvests

Volunteer Opportunity: Central Park Prairie Seed Harvest

Join the Jones County Conservation Department staff to help harvest prairie seed for future prairie restoration projects!

No experience is necessary — we’ll provide a brief training session at the start of each volunteer day.

What to Bring:

• Long pants and sturdy hiking shoes.

• A water bottle.

• Work gloves and a hard pruner (if you have one).

All other equipment will be provided.

Come enjoy the outdoors, learn about local ecosystems, and make a difference in restoring native prairies!