Iowa Healthiest State Initiative Central Park Lake Walk
Central Park Nature Center
12515 Central Park Rd
Center Junction
October 5, 2022
12:00 pm · 1:00 pm
Join conservation staff for a healthiest state walk on Wednesday, October 5th. Meet at the Central Park Nature Center at Noon. We'll hike a loop around Central Park Lake beginning and ending at the Central Park Nature Center. Wear hiking/walking footwear. - This walk will feature paved trails and unpaved cross country portions.
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Contact: Michele Olson
(319) 481-7987
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Early Out Wednesdays! We All Have Skeletons
Central Park Nature Center
12515 Central Park Rd
Center Junction
October 5, 2022
1:00 pm · 4:00 pm
Looking for a fun early out activity? Head to the Central Park Nature Center anytime between 1-4 PM to check out the October Early-Out Theme - "We All Have Skeletons!" Inspired by the Fall StoryWalk® book, Dem Bones, by Bob Barner, you'll learn about the cool adaptations of vertebrate animals. Check out the fun displays and educational activities and then venture over to the Jones County Wild for Reading StoryWalk® Trail to read the fall StoryWalk® book, Dem Bones.
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Contact: Michele Olson
(319) 481-7987
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Early Out Wednesdays! We All Have Skeletons
Central Park Nature Center
12515 Central Park Rd
Center Junction
October 12, 2022
1:00 pm · 4:00 pm
Looking for a fun early out activity? Head to the Central Park Nature Center anytime between 1-4 PM to check out the October Early-Out Theme - "We All Have Skeletons!" Inspired by the Fall StoryWalk® book, Dem Bones, by Bob Barner, you'll learn about the cool adaptations of vertebrate animals. Check out the fun displays and educational activities and then venture over to the Jones County Wild for Reading StoryWalk® Trail to read the fall StoryWalk® book, Dem Bones.
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Contact: Michele Olson
(319) 481-7987
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OWLS (Older Wiser Livelier Souls) - Maquoketa River Fall Colors Annual Paddle
Hwy 136 Access
October 14, 2022
9:00 am · 4:00 pm
Join Dubuque, Jackson, and Jones County Naturalists as we enjoy the beauty of autumn on the scenic South Fork of the Maquoketa River. Bring your own watercraft and PDF or rent a kayak. (Limited # available.) (Due to fall water temperatures this trip is recommended for experienced paddlers.) 8:30 AM - Watercraft Staging at Hwy 136 Access 9-9:30 AM - Drivers drop vehicles off at Canton Bridge Access and shuttle back to HWY 136 Access. 10 AM - Introductions & Safety Talk at HWY 136 Access 10:30 AM - Begin Paddling! Registration required. Register at: https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Jones.aspx Older Wiser Livelier Souls events are for adults looking to get out of the house, make new friends, and learn about the exciting world of nature.
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Contact: Michele Olson
(319) 481-7987
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Central Park StoryWalk® Fall Festival
Central Park Nature Center, Enclosed Pavilion, and StoryWalk® Trail
12515 Central Park Rd
Center Junction
October 15, 2022
5:00 pm · 8:00 pm
Join us for a fun fall festival at Central Park featuring the Storywalk® Trail, musical games, crafts and games, book giveaway, and cider and cookies. Costumes are optional. Bring your flashlight to enjoy the pumpkin lit StoryWalk® Trail book - Dem Bones, by Bob Barner.
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Contact: Michele Olson
(319) 481-7987
naturalist@jonescountyiowa.gov Website Posted by:
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Early Out Wednesdays! We All Have Skeletons
Central Park Nature Center
12515 Central Park Rd
Center Junction
October 19, 2022
1:00 pm · 4:00 pm
Looking for a fun early out activity? Head to the Central Park Nature Center anytime between 1-4 PM to check out the October Early-Out Theme - "We All Have Skeletons!" Inspired by the Fall StoryWalk® book, Dem Bones, by Bob Barner, you'll learn about the cool adaptations of vertebrate animals. Check out the fun displays and educational activities and then venture over to the Jones County Wild for Reading StoryWalk® Trail to read the fall StoryWalk® book, Dem Bones.
For More Information
Contact: Michele Olson
(319) 481-7987
naturalist@jonescountyiowa.gov Website Posted by:
Conservation
Early Out Wednesdays! We All Have Skeletons
Central Park Nature Center
12515 Central Park Rd
Center Junction
October 26, 2022
1:00 pm · 4:00 pm
Looking for a fun early out activity? Head to the Central Park Nature Center anytime between 1-4 PM to check out the October Early-Out Theme - "We All Have Skeletons!" Inspired by the Fall StoryWalk® book, Dem Bones, by Bob Barner, you'll learn about the cool adaptations of vertebrate animals. Check out the fun displays and educational activities and then venture over to the Jones County Wild for Reading StoryWalk® Trail to read the fall StoryWalk® book, Dem Bones.
For More Information
Contact: Michele Olson
(319) 481-7987
naturalist@jonescountyiowa.gov Website Posted by:
Conservation
Providing programs and recreational opportunities that preserve and enhance our natural and cultural resources. Residents and visitors are encouraged to join us in the great outdoors, exploring Jones County's many parks, wildlife areas, and trails.
