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All Programs at EB Lyons Interpretive Center/Mines of Spain

Friends of the Mines of Spain present their Winter Program Series 12-1pm at the EB Lyons Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights Road, 52003. Free and open to all ages. Nature center is open 10-2 on Sundays.

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Jan 12, 12 noon –  – Gerda Preston Hartman – Mystery of Finley’s Landing – Historian Gerda Preston-Hartman will share this captivating history, full of surprising twists and deep connections to the past, offering an exciting glimpse into the legacy of Finley’s Landing. Finley’s Landing is one of the most picturesque spots along Mississippi River Pool 11 in Dubuque County. With breathtaking views along the nature trails that ascend the rugged bluffs, this gem has amazing history.

Jan 26, 12 noon –  – Izzy Metcalf – Bats of Iowa and their ecology – Izzy Metcalf will intrigue you with amazing bat facts and why they are so important to our ecology.

Feb 9, 12 noon –  Dr. Eugene Tesdahl –The Meskwaki Nation, The Mines of Spain, and Why You Must Know Indigenous History

Feb 23, 12 noon –  Iowa Raptor Project – Live birds of prey. IRP will give a close-up program introduction to 3 or 4 live raptors. Participants can learn more about each species and discuss topics of conservation related to raptors. 

Mar 9, 12 noon – Exploring the Mines of Spain through the Lens – Ron Tigges-A Digital Photography Program showing the natural world using DSLR, Cell phone, and flying cameras. Ron will help you develop a deep appreciation for the Mines of Spain using the lens of a camera. We will embark on a journey to explore the beauty of the Mines of Spain’s natural world through the lens of digital photography. This program is for enthusiasts, aspiring photographers, nature lovers and explorers.  Ronald Tigges owns Digital Dubuque media services, has over 45 years of photography experience, is a licensed FAA UAS pilot and is the President of the Dubuque Camera Club.    

Mar 23, 12 noon –  – Bird Banding – David Shealer –David Shealer is a Professor at Loras College.  He will identify, weigh, measure, sex and determine their health.  Assist in the capture of song birds and identify and get familiar with birds at your feeders.  The feeders at the center have numerous birds coming and going all year long. Some of the birds that will be banded might include the Black Capped Chickadee, White Breasted Nuthatch, Cardinals, Downy Woodpecker, Goldfinch and Tufted Titmouse.  There are over fifteen different species of songbirds utilizing the feeders during the winter.

EB Lyons Center 8991 Bellevue Heights Road, Dubuque, Ia 52003 563-556-0620

 Friends of The Mines of Spain, 8991 Suite B Bellevue Heights Rd., Dubuque, IA 52003-9214, 563-556-0620