Mines of Spain

E.B. Lyons Center - Closed
2017-02-21 - 2017-02-23
The E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center at 8991 Bellevue Heights Rd., Dubuque, IA 52003, will be closed due to staff training.
We apologize for any inconveniences and hope to see you soon!

Program: Nature Along the Mississippi River
2017-02-19 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)
Our Sunday program has been updated to an Educational Hike because of the great weather. Bring your hiking boots as some of the trails may be soft or muddy. The EB Lyons Center will remain open so if someone in your party cannot hike, they can wait for you. All ages welcome. Dogs allowed on 6 foot leash.Join Jared McGovern, of the Mississippi River Museum, at 1:00 pm as he presents a program about nature along the Mississippi River
8991 Bellevue Heights Rd., Dubuque, IA 52003

Superbowl Warm-up Hike
2017-02-05 13:00 - 15:00
Join us at 1:00 pm for this year’s Superbowl LI Warm-up Hike with Richard Worm, from the Sierra Club, and the Friends of the Mines of Spain SRA.

Iowa Games - Cross Country Skiing Event
2017-01-28
At Mines of Spain State Recreation Area.
Refer to: http://www.iowagames.org/Winter/CrossCountrySkiing for more information.

E.B. Lyons Center - Closed
2017-01-20, 2017-01-06
The E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center at 8991 Bellevue Heights Rd, Dubuque, IA 52003, will be closed for the day due to reduced staff.
The park outside of the center, including all trails will remain open!
We apologize for any inconveniences and appreciate your interest in visiting the center.
-Park Staff

E.B. Lyons Center - Closed
2017-01-16
The E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center at 8991 Bellevue Heights Rd, Dubuque, IA 52003, will be closed for the holiday.
The park outside of the center, including all trails will remain open.

Program: Invasive and Exotic Species (Dana Livingston, PhD, Loras College)
2017-01-15 13:00 - 14:00
Join us at 1:00 pm in the E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center for a program on invasive and exotic species.

E.B. Lyons Interp. Center - Closed
2017-01-12
Due to staff training, the interpretive center will be closed for the day. We apologize for any inconveniences.

First Day Hike 2017, Mines of Spain State Recreation Area
2017-01-01 13:00 - 14:00 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
Where: E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center
8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque
When: January 1, 2017 at 1:00 PM
Trail Name: America’s State Tree Woodland Walk
Length (miles) & Difficulty: 1.5 miles, Easy
Free, guided hikes will take place in 25 Iowa state parks on New Year’s Day as part of America’s State Parks First Day Hikes initiative. All 50 states will participate in the sixth annual national event that encourages everyone to celebrate the New Year with a guided outdoor exploration.
Join the Mines of Spain State Recreation Area as we hike the America’s State Tree Woodland Walk through tallgrass prairie, past trees and signage for all 50 states. Soak up the fabulous panoramic view at the top of the trail. Coffee, hot chocolate and cookies will be available at the E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center after the hike. Please dress appropriate for hiking in winter weather conditions.
Try out the free, kid-friendly “Discovery Agents” app on your smartphone to have fun learning about your surroundings as you complete challenges to earn a Junior Ranger badge. The app is available for free download on your phone’s app store.
For more information on this event, please contact the Mines of Spain State Recreation Area park office at 563-556-0620. – Jennifer Stromberg/Natural Resources Technician

E.B. Lyons Nature Center - Closed
2016-12-05 08:00 - 2016-12-09 17:00, 2016-11-22 08:00 - 2016-11-25 17:00

EB Lyons Center Closed
2016-11-22 08:00 - 17:00
Enjoy the trails today.

Happy Thanksgiving
2016-11-14 08:00 - 17:00
EB Lyons Center is closed for Thanksgiving. Trails are always open. Take a hike before or after that big meal

Preschool Hour
2016-10-26 10:00 - 10:45, 2016-10-12 10:00 - 10:45 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
Bring your little one out to E.B. Lyons Nature Center for a fun, educational program. Each session will feature a different theme and will focus on a variety of topics dealing with nature. Ages 2-4 with adult.

EB Lyons Center Closed on Weekends
2016-10-22 08:00 - 2016-10-23 16:00 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
The E.B. Lyons Nature Center is now closed on weekends through the winter. The Mines of Spain State Recreation Area is open.

Fall Nature Crafts
2016-10-15 01:00 - 15:00 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
Oct 15: Fall Nature Crafts 1-3pm
Celebrate the beauty of fall with fun nature crafts. We will be creating from materials found in nature, such as leaves and pine-cones. There will be 3 different crafts. Join us at the E.B. Lyons Nature Center to try these crafts that you may take home. (While supplies last). Ages 5+

Microscopic Optic Topics
2016-10-09 13:00 - 14:00 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
Oct 9: Microscopic Optic Topics 1-2pm
“There is an entire universe under that rock!” Imagine all of the hidden pieces of nature that we cannot see just by taking a quick glance. Join us at EB Lyons to take a closer look at nature under a microscope! Ages 6+

Public Canoeing
2016-10-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Canoe Launch, 8308 Mines of Spain Road, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
October 8th from 1-3 pm
A free and relaxing afternoon on Catfish Creek for all ages. Meet at the Canoe Launch Parking Area. This program is first come, first served, no reservations will be taken. Life jackets, paddles, and canoes provided.

Fall Scavenger Hunt
2016-10-01 | Mines of Spain Recreation Area, 8991 Bellevue Heights Road, Dubuque, 52003, United States
Oct 1: Scavenger Hunt- Self -Guided All Day
Come enjoy the outdoors and possibly discover something new! Take a hike on any of our beautiful trails and try to spot items from our scavenger hunt list. You may find the list on the link below or visit E.B. Lyons Nature Center for a list (center is open 12-4 pm). Mines of Spain Scavenger Hunt List

Dirty Jobs: Insect Edition
2016-09-23 16:00 - 17:00 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
Sept. 23: Dirty Jobs: Insect Edition 4-5pm
Some of the dirtiest jobs on the planet are done by insects. Join a Naturalist as we take a close up look at the dirty jobs that insects do to help keep our forest clean. At the EB Lyons Nature Center, all ages.

Preschool Hour
2016-09-21 10:00 - 10:45 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
Sept. 21: Preschool Hour 10-10:45am
Bring your little one out to E.B. Lyons Nature Center for a fun, educational program. Each session will feature a different theme and will focus on a variety of topics dealing with nature. Ages 2-4 with adult.

Road Closure- Use alternate entrance
2016-09-18 08:00 - 2016-09-19 17:00 | Mines of Spain Recreation Area, 8991 Bellevue Heights Road, Dubuque, 52003, United States
Mines of Spain Road will continue to be closed at the railroad crossing (south of Mar Jo Hills Road) for crossing repair until 5 PM Monday, 9/19. Motorists should use an alternate route. Map available at www.cityofdubuque.org/detours. If you have questions regarding this closure/detour, please contact the City of Dubuque Engineering Department at 563-589-4270.
Please note: closure dates/times are estimates and are subject to change without notification based on weather and contractor schedules.

Public Kayaking
2016-09-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Canoe Launch, 8308 Mines of Spain Road, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
September 17 : Kayaking 1-3pm
Want to learn to kayak? Come out to Catfish Creek and join a Naturalist on the water. Ages 12 & up, parent supervision required. This program is first come, first served, and will be instructional. Free.

Thur/Fri Road Closing
2016-09-15 07:00 - 2016-09-16 17:00 | Mines of Spain Road, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
Mines of Spain Road will be closed at the railroad crossing (south of Mar Jo Hills Road) for crossing repair work from 7 AM tomorrow, Thursday 9/15 to 5 PM Friday 9/16. Motorists should use an alternate route. Map available at www.cityofdubuque.org/detours. If you have questions regarding this closure/detour, please contact the City of Dubuque Engineering Department at 563-589-4270. Please note: closure dates/times are estimates and are subject to change without notification based on weather and contractor schedules.

Scales and Slime: Reptiles and Amphibians with expert Terry VanDeWalle
2016-09-11 13:00 - 14:00 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
Come learn about some of the most interesting slimy and scaly creatures that live around us! Expert herpetologist Terry VanDeWalle will share his knowledge about reptiles and amphibians through this fun and fact-filled program. Terry will also bring a live fox snake along to share with the group! Please join us at the EB Lyons Nature Center on September 11th from 1-2pm. This is a great program for all ages and it is free.

CANCELLED__Dusk Hike
2016-09-09 20:00 - 21:30 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
Sept. 9: ***CANCELLED*** Dusk Hike 8-9:30pm

Preschool Hour
2016-09-07 10:00 - 10:45 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
Sept. 7: Preschool Hour 10-10:45am
Bring your little one out to E.B. Lyons Nature Center for a fun, educational program. Each session will feature a different theme and will focus on a variety of topics dealing with nature. Ages 2-4 with adult.

Public Canoeing
2016-09-03 01:00 - 15:00 | Canoe Launch, 8308 Mines of Spain Road, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
September 3rd from 1-3pm
A free afternoon of relaxing discovery on Catfish Creek for all ages. Meet at the Canoe Launch Parking Area. This program is first come, first served, no reservations will be taken.
*This is the make-up canoeing day from when canoeing was cancelled on August 27th.
