EB Lyons Center Closed
2020-01-17 | IA
Closed due to weather

Bald Eagle Watch
2020-01-18 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | IA
See the Friends of the Mines of Spain and the IDNR at the Grand River Center and enjoy free programs with live birds of prey

Icefest at River Museum
2020-01-18 10:00 - 17:00 | River Museum & Aquarium
See the Friends of the Mines of Spain at the Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium for a weekend full of great events. Admission is charged to the museum.

Icefest at River Museum
2020-01-19 10:00 - 17:00 | IA

Sunday Program - History of the Rockdale Flood
2020-01-26 13:00 - 16:00 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
The centennial storm ripped its way across Madison and Warren Counties in Iowa on it way east, leaving dozens dead in it’s wake. When the storm reached Rockdale, a small town nestled in the Catfish Creek Valley, it unleashed it’s full fury. When it was all over, nothing but death and destruction was left in it’s wake. The storm had claimed 39 lives in Rockdale; entire families were killed, children were left orphaned. Kyle Cox will present on this monumental storm in Dubuque’s history. Kyle Cox is a local historian. Free for all ages. EB Lyons Center building and displays will be open also. Sponsored by the Friends of the Mines of Spain

Fish Fry Experience with Denny Weiss
2020-02-09 13:00 - 16:00 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
Unique Fish of the Mississippi and the Fish Fry Experience by Dennis Weiss. Biology and status of some unique and prehistoric fish of the Mississippi River and how to properly dress and prepare fish. Denny Weiss retired from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources after working 35 years with fisheries research on the Mississippi River. Denny grew up in Burlington, Iowa and spent most of his DNR career working at the Bellevue Research Station. In his retirement Denny enjoys commercial fishing during the summer and early fall and fur trapping during the fall and winter months. His presentation will include actual fish specimens to show and talk about their biology and status in the Upper Mississippi River. Denny does large fish cooks for 300-400 people and enjoys showing people what it takes to prepare excellent tasting fish. He will demonstrate how to skin/dress a fish, properly bread the fish and the correct temperature and method to cook your fish. Fish samples will be available to sample during the program.

March Gnome on the Roam
2020-02-19 08:00 - 17:00 | IA
Check out our Facebook Page for details on how to find the Gnome in the Mines of Spain. Prizes awarded.

History of State Parks Program at Mines of Spain
2020-02-20 18:00 - 20:00 | IA
In honor of 100 years of Iowa State Parks, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and Friends of Mines of Spain are pleased to invite the public to learn how the state of Iowa played a key role in the state park movement in America. This program will take place Thursday, February 20 at 6:00 pm at EB Lyons Nature Center located at 8991 Bellevue Heights Road in Dubuque. The event is free of charge.
The program will highlight how Iowa was one of the first states to set aside special places of quiet beauty as parks. It will also share how a popular travel destination known as the Devil’s Backbone became Iowa’s first state park, and stories about the visionaries who made it happen.
The presenter is Jerry Reisinger who worked in the Iowa State Park system for 38 years. After retiring from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Reisinger started a new career teaching in the Parks and Natural Resources program at Kirkwood Community College’s at Cedar Rapids. Reisinger is an avid historian and developed this program to help celebrate Iowa State Park’s Centennial.
For more information or for special accommodation, contact EB Lyons Nature Center at 563-556-0620.

Exploring the Web of Life
2020-02-23 13:00 - 15:00 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
Soil health and amendments with Stone Hollow Gardens & Shroomery. An afternoon spent talking seed, soil, mycelium and the role that mycoremediation plays in healing our earth. Learn about the possibilities mycelium has in restoring balance in our environment. See firsthand how mycoactive compost benefits root structure, decreases environmental stress and makes nutrients more bioavailable to plants. Discuss with Christopher and Emily Appelman on the benefits mycelium can have in your own home garden.

Mines of Spain 2020 Photo Contest Winter Division
2020-03-01 | IA
Photography Contest Deadline for Winter Division of the 2020 Mines of Spain Photo Contest. Contest submissions are deliverable to the EB Lyons Center, in person, by March 1. Please see all contest rules and regulations here https://www.minesofspain.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/MOS-Photography-Entry-Form-2020.pdf

EB Lyons Center & Park Restrooms are Closed due to Covid-19
2020-03-17 - 2020-05-27 | IA

Mines of Spain 2020 Spring Photo Contest
2020-06-01 | IA
Photography Contest Deadline for Spring Division of the 2020 Mines of Spain Photo Contest. Contest submissions are due by June 1 postmark via snailmail due to COVID 19 restrictions. Please send photo and entry slip to Mines of Spain 8991 Bellevue Heights Rd, Dubuque, Ia 52003. Please see all contest rules and regulations here https://www.minesofspain.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/MOS-Photography-Entry-Form-2020.pdf

Archery Bow Deer Season
2020-10-01 - 2020-12-04 | Mines of Spain Recreation Area, 8991 Bellevue Heights Road, Dubuque, 52003, United States
Please see our Hunting Page for map and details

Shotgun Deer Season
2020-12-05 - 2020-12-09 | IA
Please see our Hunting Page for map and details. Hikers, hunters, skiers and other outdoor users
will be out in the park for a variety of reasons. All visitors in the park should respect the use of
others.

Shotgun Deer Hunting #2
2020-12-12 - 2020-12-20 | Mines of Spain Recreation Area, 8991 Bellevue Heights Road, Dubuque, 52003, United States

Archery Bow Deer Season #2
2020-12-21 - 2021-01-10 | Mines of Spain Recreation Area, 8991 Bellevue Heights Road, Dubuque, 52003, United States

Crafts on the Prairie
2021-07-01 09:00 - 15:00 | America’s State Tree Woodland Walk, 9097 Bellevue Heights Rd, Dubuque, 52003, United States
We will be offering crafts on the prairie in our Woodland Walk shelter near the EB Lyons Center. 9097 Bellevue Heights Rd, Dubuque, IA 52003 Enjoy a short walk on our paved handicap accessible trail(stroller friendly) Then stay for some crafting with our naturalist. Come and go as you please.

Woodland Crafts at Julien Dubuque Monument
2021-07-07 14:00 - 16:00 | Julien Dubuque Monument, 1810 Monument Drive, Dubuque, 52003, United States
Join our Naturalist at the Julien Dubuque Monument. Enjoy wonderful views of the City of Dubuque and some woodland crafts. No charge, all ages

Crafts on the Prairie II
2021-07-12 14:00 - 16:00 | America’s State Tree Woodland Walk, 9097 Bellevue Heights Rd, Dubuque, 52003, United States

Land Ethic: Conversations of Conservation
2022-01-24 18:00 - 19:30 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
Join us in reading the renown A Sand County Almanac by Aldo Leopold. This multi-day conversation will have us reading and discussing the writing of Leopold and how it connects to today. We will be forming a personal Land Ethic throughout these conversations and watching the film Green Fire throughout our discussion nights. Registration required. Please call 563-556-0620

Conservation Across the Globe
2022-01-29 13:00 - 14:00 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
Naturalist Jason Denlinger will speak on his experience working in Mozambique as the Research Manager for Gorongosa National Park. Where he lived and worked from 2015 to 2021. Jason had the privilege to play a role in the restoration of the amazing African wilderness that had been devastated by decades of war by providing scientific and logistical support to young Mozambicans and other researchers from around the world. Jason had the chance to work with a variety of wildlife such as bats, vultures, aquatic birds, antelope, zebras and even my favorite animal… African elephants. Free for all ages

Bordering Landowners Workshop
2022-02-26 08:00 - 12:00 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
Registration is required! We are excited to invite you to the first Bordering Land Owners Workshop at the E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center on Saturday, February 26 from 8am to 12pm.
This workshop is meant to be an empowering opportunity for landowners to learn how to manage and promote wildlife within their own properties, no matter the property size. It will also be a chance for the public to learn practices DCCB implements to manage their properties across Dubuque County. This will also be a great chance to network with environmental specialists, DCCB staff, and other landowners within Dubuque County that are interested in working towards conservation-minded goals for their property.
While this event is geared towards neighbors of Dubuque County Conservation properties, all landowners are welcome to attend!
This workshop brings together professionals with training on many characteristics of landowner conservation to offer an opportunity for landowners to learn, create connections, and ask questions.
Potential sessions include:
The workshops sessions will include topics such as:
• Conservation Officer discussion landowner rights
• Implementing natural resource work on your own property
• Invasive species identification and management
• Soil and water conservation,
• Sustainable agriculture and more!
Registration is required!

Becoming an Outdoor Woman
2022-03-05 09:00 - 14:00 | EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
Registration required. Join Dubuque County Conservation and Dubuqueland Pheasants Forever for a day of fun and education! Experts will be leading sessions on a variety of activities including; gearing up for the outdoors, chainsaw safety, tree ID, wilderness first aid, and more!! Connect with like-minded women and discover the opportunities that are available in the outdoors!
Limited spaces are available so don’t delay registering today! Donation recommended for lunch, provided by Dubuqueland Pheasants Forever. This event will be hosted at the E.B. Lyons Nature Center within the Mines of Spain.
