Conservation

Terrific Turtles

Central Park Nature Center
12515 Central Park Rd
Center Junction

July 2, 2022

Head to Central Park Nature Center on Saturday and Sunday, July 2nd and 3rd, from 1- 5 PM  for the Terrific Turtles weekend activities.  Have fun learning about Iowa's turtles!  Meet the Nature Centers live turtles.  Enjoy some fun turtle themed crafts and games!  

For More Information
Contact: Michele Olson
(319) 481-7987
naturalist@co.jones.ia.us
Website

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Family Fishing Friday - Beginning Bass Fishing!

Central Park Nature Center
12515 Central Park Rd
Center Junction

July 8, 2022
8:00 am · 12:00 pm

Join Jones County Conservation Department Staff as you learn some tricks and tips on how to catch largemouth bass at Central Park.  Use your own equipment or borrow some of ours to try out your new fishing skills.   Bait will be provided.  Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.   Don't forget to bring sunscreen and insect repellent and dress for the weather.   Anyone 16 and over must have a valid Iowa Fishng License to fish.   Bass must be 15 inches or greater to take. Pre-registration is required.  Click here to register.

For More Information
Contact: Michele Olson
(319) 481-7987
naturalist@co.jones.ia.us
Website

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Paddling the Wapsi - Exploring Anamosa to Newport Mills Access

Wapsipinicon River - Anamosa Lower Boat Ramp
21301 Co Rd E34
Anamosa

July 15, 2022
8:30 am · 3:00 pm

Join the OWLS (Older Wiser Livelier Souls) Group with Dubuque, Jackson, and Jones County Conservation Department Staff for a relaxing paddle down the Wapsi.  Enjoy the natural beauty of the wooded bluffs and Grant Wood Country charm of the Wapsipinicon River!  Explore a sandbar and feast on your picnic lunch or a snack from home as we learn about the natural history of this stretch of the Wapsi.  Bring your own watercraft or rent a kayak or canoe (limited number available).  Click here to register.

For More Information
Contact: Michele Olson
(319) 481-7987
naturalist@co.jones.ia.us
Website

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Rocking Rainbows

Central Park Nature Center
12515 Central Park Rd
Center Junction

July 16, 2022
1:00 pm · 5:00 pm

Join us at the Central Park Nature Center as we learn about rainbows!  Discover how rainbows form and where to look to catch a glimpse of one.  Try to make a brief rainbow outside if conditions are good and then get crafty as you create some fun rainbow sidewalk art and have fun playing a few rainbow games.  “Curious Clouds” is a come and go event, and takes place on Saturday and Sunday, July 16th and 17th, from 1 to 5 PM.  

For More Information
Contact: Michele Olson
(319) 481-7987
naturalist@co.jones.ia.us
Website

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Family Fishing Friday - Beginning Catfish Fishing!

Central Park Nature Center
12515 Central Park Rd
Center Junction

August 12, 2022
8:00 am · 12:00 pm

Join Jones County Conservation Department Staff as you learn some tricks and tips on how to catch channel catfish at Central Park.  Use your own equipment or borrow some of ours to try out your new fishing skills.   Bait will be provided.  Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.   Don't forget to bring sunscreen and insect repellent and dress for the weather.   Anyone 16 and over must have a valid Iowa Fishng License to fish.   Want to take fish home for supper? - Bring your cooler and ice. Pre-registration is required.  Click here to register.

For More Information
Contact: Michele Olson
(319) 481-7987
naturalist@co.jones.ia.us
Website

Posted by: Conservation