Activities & Events

Camping & Facilities

Check out and reserve campsites and pavilions in our county parks.

Career/ Volunteer

Thanks for your interest in working or 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.

Education

Environmental education programming for preschools, elementary, middle, and high schools, and specialty groups is available. Naturalists will come to your site to provide programming or meet your group in a natural area.

Events Calendar

Looking for fun ways to get out and enjoy nature? Check out Dubuque County Conservation Board's events, learn more, and get registered.

Nature Photography Contest

Calling all amateur photographers: We want to see the parks through your lens! Submit your favorite photos of the Dubuque County Conservation areas. 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. All will have a chance at winning a prize.

Special Events Policy