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Board of Supervisors Meeting - Special Session

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Solid Waste Management Commission Meeting - April Meeting JCSWMC

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911 Service Board Meeting - Regular Meeting

OWLS Woodcock Watch at Whitewater Canyon

At dawn and dusk, woodcocks perform their amazing sky dance!  Find out what makes these birds so unique.  Wander the trails of Whitewater Canyon with us as we try to catch a glimpse and listen for these illusive performers.  

OWLS - Older, Wiser, Livelier, Souls events are specifically geared toward adults.  These programs are educational, fun, and a great way to meet others interested in conservation and the outdoors.  OWLS programming is a partnership between Dubuque, Jackson, and Jones County Conservation departments. Registration for events are taken through any of ther 3 counties Naturalist Staff.  

Please register in advance by contacting one of the following:
Jackson County Conservation (563) 652-3783
Dubuque County Conservation (563) 556-6745
Jones County Conservation (563) 487-3541

Introduction to Crane Counting

Want to learn how you can help count Iowa's increasing crane population?  Attend the Introduction to Crane Counting Program at the Central Park Nature Center on Monday, April 8th at 5 PM.  Learn how to identify sandhill cranes and learn to recognize their different calls.  Find out how you can join over 2,000 volunteers throughout the Midwest in the annual Midwest Crane Count.  

Register for this event at https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Jones.aspx

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Planning And Zoning Commission Meeting

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Annual Midwest Crane Count

Help monitor the abundance and distribution of Sandhill and Whooping Cranes in Jones County at sunrise on Saturday April 13th.   Attend the April 8th Introduction to Crane Counting Program to learn how you can participate or call (319)481-7987 to contact the Jones County Crane Counter Coordinator, Michele Olson for more information.

Register fo the April 8th Crane Count Program at https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Jones.aspx  

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Board of Adjustment Meeting

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Recorder's Office CLOSED

The Jones County Recorder's Office will be closed on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, so we can go to training.

Veteran Affairs Commission Meeting - Jones County Veterans Affairs Commission

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Earth Day Compost Bin Sale

Make backyard composting a cinch! Made from 100% recycled plastic, this Home Composter is Recycling Connections employees' top pick of backyard composters.

Click here to register to purchase your own compost bin.  $40 each.  Payable in Cash or Check (Checks made out to Friends of Jones County Conservation and Nature Center)  

Only 18 Compost Bins available - make sure to register online at https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Jones.aspx  to secure your bin.

When you register online, specify the number of bins you will be purchasing. Pick up and pay for your bins on Monday, April 22, at the Central Park Nature Center, from Noon-5pm.

Key features: -- It is attractive -- 100% recycled plastic -- Black to absorb heat quickly -- 128 gallon capacity (can hold six to eight 30-gallon bags of yard material) -- Easy to use, simple to assemble and move if you need -- Long-lasting --A door that slides open at the bottom giving you easy access to finished compost without emptying entire bin --A tight lid keeping pests out; yet is well vented to decompose organic material well -- 30" Height x 35" Diameter. Includes a door to access and a tight lid that is well ventilated.  They are collapsible for easy transportation.

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