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1pm Fishing on Catfish Creek

Bring the kids down to the Catfish Creek canoe launch parking lot in the Mines of Spain to learn the basics of, and try out, fishing! Fishing-related activities provided. Time: 1:00-3:00 pm Location: Catfish Creek canoe launch PARKING LOT. Family-friendly. Fishing regulations apply. Equipment is limited - please bring your own if you have it. […]

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9am Kayaking on Catfish Creek

Paddle Catfish Creek with the Mines of Spain! Bring your own kayak, or we will have a limited amount available to use. Lifejackets will be provided as well. Meeting Location: Catfish Creek canoe launch parking lot at Mines of Spain. Time: 9:00-11:00am, plan to arrive early to fill out waivers. **Weather permitting. Please call the […]

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1pm Nature Craft Day: Part 1

Join us at the E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center as we create nature-themed crafts. Wear clothes that can get messy! Free, family-friendly event. Location: 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA 52003 Time: 2:00-3:00pm

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4pm Evening Hike (Lead Mine Trail)

Meet outside the E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center to take a guided nature-themed hike on the Lead Mine Trail. (Trail difficulty: Moderate due to incline/steps) Time: 4:00pm – 4:45pm Call 563-556-0620 with questions.

E.B. Lyons, 4th of July Holiday Hours: 12-3:00pm

The E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center will be open the 4th of July from 12:00-3:00pm. The remainder of the park and trails at the Mines of Spain State Recreation Area will be open regular hours, 4:00am-10:30pm.

8am Sunrise Hike: TBD

Location TBD and will be posted once determined. Call 563-556-0620 with questions.

E.B. Lyons: CLOSED

Mines of Spain State Recreation Area trails and park are open daily 4:00 am-10:30 pm.

2pm Mesquakie Days of Summer: Crafts (Part 1)

Join us at the E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center as we learn about the Mesquakie culture from the eyes of children. Part 1: Mesquakie Children Crafts. Create crafts that Mesquakie children had in the 1700s. Free, family-friendly event. Location: 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA 52003 Time: 2:00-3:00pm  

10am Nature Craft Day: Part 2

Join us at the E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center as we create nature-themed crafts. Wear clothes that can get messy! Free, family-friendly event. Location: 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA 52003 Time: 10:00-11:00am

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4pm Evening Hike (Lead Mine Trail)

Meet outside the E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center to take a guided nature-themed hike on the Lead Mine Trail. (Trail difficulty: Moderate due to incline/steps) Time: 4:00pm – 4:45pm Call 563-556-0620 with questions.