Geocache Placement Permit
Friends of Dubuque County Conservation is comprised of conservation-minded citizens concerned with maintaining and improving our county... More… Friends of Dubuque County Conservation is comprised of conservation-minded citizens concerned with maintaining and improving our county parks through volunteerism. The Friends of Dubuque County Conservation is a non-profit organization supported entirely on memberships, donations, and special event fundraisers. Mission The Friends of the Dubuque County Conservation Board was created in 2004 to aid the Dubuque County Conservation Board in its fundraising efforts. Priorities are providing equitable environmental education opportunities, advocating for conservation, fostering outdoor recreation, and building a sense of dedication to sustaining a healthy environmentLess…
All photos tell a story. Whether it's a hiker taking a photo with their smartphone, a lifelong DSLR-loving photographer, or a child... More… All photos tell a story. Whether it's a hiker taking a photo with their smartphone, a lifelong DSLR-loving photographer, or a child taking a photo for the first time, we want to see the parks through your lens! Show us how much you love the Dubuque County Conservation areas by submitting your photos of them! For the Amateur Photography Show! All submissions will be displayed for a month at the Swiss Valley Nature Center. Additionally, a portion of the photographs will be honored as part of a second display at EB Lyons Nature Center and all will have a chance at winning a prize as described below. Adult: One year pass for the Heritage Trail or a free weekend of camping at a park of your choice. Youth: Choice of one activity at either nature center. Including a guided snowshoe hike, free weekend of camping, Heritage Trail pass or live animal show for you and up to 5 friends. Less…
Thanks for your interest in volunteering with the Dubuque County Conservation Department! We are excited that you are considering... More… Thanks for your interest in volunteering with the Dubuque County Conservation Department! We are excited that you are considering becoming a part of our team! Annually the Dubuque County Conservation Board works with over 200 volunteers in various positions. Volunteering can be both rewarding and challenging. It offers the chance to give something back to the community or make a difference to the people around you. Volunteering also provides an opportunity to develop new skills or build on existing experience and knowledge.Less…
Mowing to Monarchs application for private landowners to convert mowed and maintained turf grass to pollinator habitat.
The Dubuque County Conservation Board is committed to offering accessible trails to all visitors. The use of trails in the Dubuque... More… The Dubuque County Conservation Board is committed to offering accessible trails to all visitors. The use of trails in the Dubuque County park system is predicated upon minimizing adverse environmental impact and ensuring user safety. Other Power-Driven Mobility Devices (OPDMD) such as ATV’s and golf carts shall be allowed. Only for use by people with mobility disabilities. Less…