Jones County, Iowa

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Veteran Affairs Commission Meeting - Veteran's Affairs

Meeting Agenda

Central Park Nature Center Open

Looking for a fun summer activity? Visit the Central Park Nature Center this summer!

This weekend will be the last chance to see the special traveling exhibit — FUNGARIUM! — featuring Iowa mushrooms and fungi, with cool displays and interactive activities set up in the lower level of the center.

Summer Nature Center Hours

• Saturdays: 1–5 PM (Memorial Day through Labor Day weekend)
• Weekdays: 8 AM–3:30 PM, when staff are present

For more information on upcoming events, visit the Jones County Conservation website.

OWLS - Disc Golf 101

Join Naturalists in learning all about disc golf. We will cover the rules, how to play, and then break up into groups to play the course at the park.

Disc golf is a popular outdoor activity and disc golf courses are found in most communities.

This is an OWLS event - sponsored by Dubuque, Jackson, and Jones County Conservation - and is open to all adults.

This is a great opportunity for adults who don't know the rules or how to play to learn more about the game!

Free event.

Registration required.

Call (563) 652-3783 or email conservation@jacksoncounty.iowa.gov to register. 

Central Park Nature Center Open

Looking for a fun summer activity?

Visit the Central Park Nature Center!

Join us for opening weekend of the 2026 Jones County Walking Through History exhibit! View exhibits featuring artifacts left by past inhabitants of Jones County, and enjoy several hands-on activities and games in the Nature Center’s lower level.

Summer Nature Center Hours

• Saturdays: 1–5 PM (Memorial Day through Labor Day weekend)
• Weekdays: 8 AM–3:30 PM, when staff are present

For more information on upcoming events, visit the Jones County Conservation website.

Jones County Youth Conservation Crew

Youth Volunteers WANTED!  Youth ages 12-18  can join the 2026 Jones County Youth Conservation Crew.  Join conservation staff in leadership activities, educational conservation and ecology lessons, and hands on service learning  Thursday mornings in June from 9 AM - Noon.  Register at https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Jones/Events

Central Park Family Fishing Day!

Did you know June 5 - 7,  2026 is Iowa's Free Fishing Weekend?   (All Iowa fishing rules and regulations still apply) Click here for more information on the IOWA DNR Free Fishing Weekend.

Load up your family and friends and head to Central Park for a Fun Family Fishing Day on Saturday, June 6th!   

Fishing Activities at the Nature Center/Central Park: 

• Go fishing at the Family Fishing Area with Loaner Rods, Reels, and Bait provided.
• Get artsy and chalk the Nature Centers walk with fish art!
• Test your fish ID IQ.
• Bring your sandcastle equipment and beach wear to enjoy the Central Park Beach
• Rent a Paddle boat or Kayak from the campground host and take a spin around the lake. 
• Learn about the parks purple martin colony as you watch them flying over the lake.
• Check out the latest Nature Center "Fishing Fun" exhibits.  (Nature Center will be open 9 AM - 5 PM, Saturday, June 6th).     
• Participate in the Jones County Family Fishing Challenge by taking a picture of your catch and emailing it to conservationofficemg@jonescountyiowa.gov  by the end of June! 

Central Park Nature Center Open

Looking for a fun summer activity?

Visit the Central Park Nature Center!

Join us to view the 2026 Jones County Walking Through History temporary exhibit! View exhibits featuring artifacts left by past inhabitants of Jones County, and enjoy several hands-on activities and games in the Nature Center’s lower level.

Summer Nature Center Hours

• Saturdays: 1–5 PM (Memorial Day through Labor Day weekend)
• Weekdays: 8 AM–3:30 PM, when staff are present

For more information on upcoming events, visit the Jones County Conservation website.

Jones County Youth Conservation Crew

Youth Volunteers WANTED!  Youth ages 12-18  can join the 2026 Jones County Youth Conservation Crew.  Join conservation staff in leadership activities, educational conservation and ecology lessons, and hands on service learning  Thursday mornings in June from 9 AM - Noon.  Register at https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Jones/Events

Central Park Iowa Young Birders Association Outing

Join the Iowa Young Birders Association for a fun morning of birdwatching at Central Park — perfect for kids and families!

We’ll meet at the Central Park Nature Center at 9:00 AM to say hello and learn a little about birds before heading out on the trails together. We’ll see how many different bird species we can spot along the way!

Please wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. Binoculars and bird guides will be available to borrow, or you’re welcome to bring your own.

New birders welcome - you do not have to be a current member of the Iowa Young Birders Association to attend.

Click here to register for this event.