Mines of Spain

Smokey Bear’s Birthday Party!
2015-08-08 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
Smokey Bear’s Birthday Party
August 8th at 1:00pm
Come and celebrate Smokey Bear’s 71st Birthday with us at the E.B. Lyons Nature Center! Activities and hikes will help you explore nature; learn about the environment, and the benefits and misuses of fire. There will be games, cake and refreshments. Smokey will be here in person to greet you. No gifts please.

Mines of Spain Trail Race
2015-08-08 | Mines of Spain Recreation Area, 8991 Bellevue Heights Road, Dubuque, 52003, United States
5k, 10k and half marathon trail races set in the beautiful Mines of Spain Recreation Area in Dubuque, Iowa

Summer Day Camp for Kids
2015-07-27 09:00 - 2015-07-29 12:00 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
July 27-29 from 9 am-noon each day
Kids Day Camp:
Get up close and personal with nature and discover the inner workings of the world around us. Registration is required as space is limited. Ages 7-12. To register please call our park office at 563-556-0620 .

Dream Catcher Making
2015-07-26 13:00 - 15:00 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
July 26 from 1-3pm Dream Catcher Making:
Ever wish your bad dreams away? The Lakota people used dream catchers to catch bad dreams and melt them away with sunlight. Make one of your own at our workshop, and learn more about this culture and the origins of this useful device.

Cool Animal Sounds
2015-07-25 10:00 - 11:00 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
Chainsaws? Car Alarms? Animals can make some really cool sounds! Join us at the E. B. Lyons Nature Center to discover some of the coolest sounding animals on Earth, and maybe learn how to make some of these sounds for yourself.

Wetland Ecology
2015-07-22 13:00 - 15:00 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
What is a wetland? Who lives there? What do wetlands do? Answer these questions and more in a hands on session of exploration. Please wear older clothes as we will be outdoors the entire time. Please meet at Horseshoe Bluff Parking Lot. 11346 Mines of Spain Rd.

Kayaking
2015-07-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Canoe Launch, 8308 Mines of Spain Road, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
July 21 at 1pm Kayaking:
Want to learn to kayak? Come out to Catfish Creek and join a Naturalist on the water. Ages 12 & up, parent supervision required. All kayaking programs are first come, first served, and will be instructional.

Smart Survival
2015-07-17 13:00 - 15:00 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
Smart Survival:
Could you survive in the wilderness? Learn basic outdoor survival techniques and test your skills in getting clean water, building a fire, constructing a shelter, and finding food. Ages 9-16

Fishing at Catfish
2015-07-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Canoe Launch, 8308 Mines of Spain Road, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
July 16 from 1-3pm Fishing at Catfish:
Enjoy an afternoon of fishing on Catfish Creek. Whether you are experienced or just beginning join the park naturalist to learn some tips and tricks. Fishing poles will be available for use on a first come, first served basis or you may bring your own. Fishing bait will be supplied. Ages 12-15. Ages 16 and older will need a fishing license.

Backyard Butterflies
2015-07-14 10:00 - 11:00 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
July 14 from 10-11am Backyard Butterflies and Feeder Making:
Do you know what kinds of butterflies could be living in your backyard? Find out what kinds you may spot and how you can attract them to your yard. We will be making butterfly feeders for you to take home and try out!

Geology Hunters!
2015-07-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Mines of Spain Recreation Area, 8991 Bellevue Heights Road, Dubuque, 52003, United States
July 13 at 1pm Geology Hunters:
Did you know Iowa was once under an ocean? Come out to Horseshoe Bluff and join us as we search for evidence of this underwater world!

Butterfly Count
2015-07-12 13:00 - 15:00 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
July 12 at 1pm Butterfly Count:
Come and help us with our annual butterfly count in the park. Learn how to identify butterflies you may see here and then we will help count butterflies throughout Mines of Spain. We will be starting at E.B. Lyons Nature Center.

Rebuilding of the Wildlife Blind at Mines of Spain near Horseshoe Bluff
2015-07-11 09:00 - 16:00 | Mines of Spain Recreation Area, 8991 Bellevue Heights Road, Dubuque, 52003, United States
We need volunteers to help with the rebuilding of the wildlife blind. We will work on Friday and Saturday 9-4. We long pants, sturdy shoes and bring a cordless drill if you have one. Refreshments provided. Stay all day or come for a half day.
There is also sign up to bring a snack if you cannot volunteer your time.
Questions? Call Jennifer, the volunteer coordinator at 563-590-9868 or park office 563-556-0620
Please sign up for Mines of Spain Blind Building!
Here’s how it works in 3 easy steps:
1. Click this link to go to our invitation page on VolunteerSpot: http://vols.pt/Yni31j
2. Enter your email address: (You will NOT need to register an account on VolunteerSpot)
3. Sign up! Choose your spots – VolunteerSpot will send you an automated confirmation and reminders. Easy!
Note: VolunteerSpot does not share your email address with anyone. If you prefer not to use your email address, please contact me and I can sign you up manually.

Canoeing
2015-07-10 13:00 - 15:00 | Canoe Launch, 8308 Mines of Spain Road, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
July 10 at 1pm Canoeing:
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.

Rebuilding of the Wildlife Blind near Horseshoe Bluff
2015-07-10 09:00 - 16:00 | Mines of Spain Recreation Area, 8991 Bellevue Heights Road, Dubuque, 52003, United States
We need volunteers to help with the rebuilding of the wildlife blind. We will work on Friday and Saturday 9-4. We long pants, sturdy shoes and bring a cordless drill if you have one. Refreshments provided. Stay all day or come for a half day.
Questions? Call Jennifer, the volunteer coordinator at 563-590-9868 or park office 563-556-0620
Please sign up for Mines of Spain Blind Building!
Here’s how it works in 3 easy steps:
1. Click this link to go to our invitation page on VolunteerSpot: http://vols.pt/Yni31j
2. Enter your email address: (You will NOT need to register an account on VolunteerSpot)
3. Sign up! Choose your spots – VolunteerSpot will send you an automated confirmation and reminders. Easy!
Note: VolunteerSpot does not share your email address with anyone. If you prefer not to use your email address, please contact me and I can sign you up manually.

Preschool Hour
2015-07-06 10:00 - 10:45 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
July 6 10-10:45am Preschool Hour:
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

Animals Around Us
2015-07-03 13:30 - 14:30 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
July 3 from 1:30-2:30pm Animals Around Us:
Come meet the animals that live at the E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center. You will see Turtles, frogs, a Salamander, and Snakes.

Canoeing
2015-07-03 09:00 - 11:00 | Canoe Launch, 8308 Mines of Spain Road, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
July 3 at 9am Canoeing:
The public is welcome to join us on Catfish Creek for a free morning of canoeing for all ages. Meet at the Canoe launch Parking Area. This program is first come, first served, no reservations will be taken.

Family Dusk Hike
2015-07-02 19:00 - 21:00 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
July 2 from 7-9pm Family Dusk Hike:
Meet at the E.B. Lyons Nature Center to get a peek into the night time world of the park! We will be hiking the nature center loop trail. All ages welcome!

Summer Day Camp for Kids- Ages 7-12
2015-06-29 09:00 - 2015-07-01 12:00 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
June 29-July 1 from 9am-noon each day
Day Camp: Get up close and personal with nature and discover the inner workings of the world around us. Registration is required as space is limited ages 7-12. Call 563-556-0620 to sign up.

Family Dusk Hike- Cancelled
2015-06-24 19:00 - 21:00 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
This hike has been cancelled due to weather. Our make-up date for this hike will be on July 2nd from 7-9pm.
June 24 7-9pm family Dusk hike:
Meet at the E.B. Lyons Nature Center to get a Peek into the night time world of the park! We will be Hiking the nature center loop. All ages Welcome.

Preschool Hour
2015-06-22 10:00 - 22:45 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
June 22 10-10:45am preschool hour:
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

Fathers Day
2015-06-21 | Mines of Spain Recreation Area, 8991 Bellevue Heights Road, Dubuque, 52003, United States
Celebrate Fathers Day with a hike or visit to the EB Lyons Center.

Kayaking on Catfish Creek
2015-06-20 09:00 - 12:00 | Canoe Launch, 8308 Mines of Spain Road, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
June 20 9am-12pm Kayaking*:
Want to learn to kayak? Come out to Catfish Creek and Join a Naturalist on the water. Ages 12 & up, parent supervision required.
*all kayaking programs are first come, first served, and will be instructional.

Bee's Needs Children's Program
2015-06-19 13:00 - 14:00 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
June 19 1-2PM A Bee’s Needs: Learn how bees are a necessary part of our environment and what you can do to help ages 6-9. EB Lyons Center

Public Canoeing on Catfish Creek
2015-06-16 02:00 - 16:00 | Canoe Launch, 8308 Mines of Spain Road, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
June 16 2-4PM Public Canoeing: An free afternoon of relaxing discovery on Catfish Creek for all ages. Meet at the Canoe launch Paring Area. This program is first come, first served, no reservations will be taken

Kayaking
2015-06-14 01:00 - 15:00 | Canoe Launch, 8308 Mines of Spain Road, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
June 14 1-3PM Kayaking*:
Want to learn to kayak? Come out to Catfish Creek and Join a Naturalist on the water. Ages 12 & up, parent supervision required.
*all kayaking programs are first come, first served, and will be instructional.

Preschool Hour
2015-06-08 10:00 - 22:45 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
June 8 10-10:45AM Preschool Hour:
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

Canoeing
2015-06-06 09:00 - 12:00 | Canoe Launch, 8308 Mines of Spain Road, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
Saturday June 6, 9-12 Public is Welcome to Join us on Catfish creek for a free morning of canoeing for all ages. Meet at the Canoe launch Paring Area. This program is first come, first served, no reservations will be taken

Memorial Day Hours
2015-05-25 09:00 - 16:00 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
The E. B. Lyons Interpretive Center will be open Monday May 25, Memorial Day 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
