Sept. 9: ***CANCELLED*** Dusk Hike 8-9:30pm

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 […]

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 […]

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.

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 […]

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.

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.

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 […]

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.

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+