Camp Dodge
Contact Information
Johnston, IA 50131
Hours of Operation
Open Mon - Fri 10am - 1pm & 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Mon - Fri 8pm - 10pm (During Training by request)
Saturday and Sunday (During Training by request)
Please note; hours are subject to change for holidays, events and inclement weather.
Upcoming Events
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Couples Art Class: Halloween Decor
Couples are welcome to come to a fun Halloween art class where they can paint Halloween themed pictures to take home. music played and Halloween themed snacks and drinks provided
Oct 3rd, 2025 5:00 PM CDT (1700R)
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JFHQ Morale Monday Chili Cookoff and Bingo
Chili cookoff with members of the national guard bringing in their chili to serve for lunch. USO will judge and provide prizes to the winners as well as host bingo games for small prizes
Oct 6th, 2025 11:00 AM CDT (1100R)
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132nd Wing Morale Morning
We are bringing coffee, donuts, and bagels to the 132nd Wing and having trivia contests to win small USO prizes.
Oct 9th, 2025 8:00 AM CDT ( 800R)
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Military Self Care Art Class
Military members and spouses are welcome to come paint a picture and discuss military life with other spouses and connect and share ideas in a stress free environment with snacks and drinks
Oct 11th, 2025 5:00 PM CDT (1700R)
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Deployed family Support Event
We will host an event for deployed soldier’s families with food, games and bike giveaways
Oct 17th, 2025 5:00 PM CDT (1700R)
About this Location
Located in Building S-59 on Camp Dodge, USO Camp Dodge is a “Home Away from Home” for service members and their families.
The center features a Cyber Canteen furnished with computers as well as free WI-FI access throughout the center. The center offers snacks and refreshments.
The center features a lounge area, big screen TVs, a pool table, foosball, free distribution of books and toiletries, board games, guitars and PS4 gaming systems. USO Camp Dodge also offers a wide variety of programing for service members and their families.
Amenities at this Location
Food & Beverages
- Beverages
- Coffee & Tea
- Daily Meals
- Snack Bar
- Snacks
Connectivity
- Computers & Laptops
- Desks & Work Areas
- Wi-Fi
Multimedia & Gaming
- Billiards
- Board & Table Games
- DVD & Blu-ray Player
- Lawn Games
- Playing Cards
- PS4
- TV & Cable
Rest & Relaxation
- Air Conditioning
- Bathrooms
- Library
- Lounge
- Music Room & Instruments
- Patio & Outdoor Space
- Toiletries
Services & Information
- Greeting Cards
- Information Desk
- Local Information
- Lost & Found
Admissions Policy
Featured Staff
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Featured Person
Terry Lemke, Area Operations Specialist tlemke@uso.org
Programs at this Location
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USO On The Go: Programs in a Box
So, you’re coming to Camp Dodge for training…you’re busy, but you want to make sure your unit has fun too! Check out our USO Program in a B…
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USO Centered Hosted Meals
One of the best ways we can live our mission and strengthen America’s military service members is by connecting them with food programs!
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USO Military Spouse Programs
USO Military Spouse Programs strengthen and empower military spouses in Iowa by connecting them to social, professional, and community netw…
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USO Holiday Support
No one likes being away from family, friends, and traditions for major holidays. That’s why we try to make it easier through special events…
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USO Transitions Programs
The USO Transition Program extends the USO experience to active duty, Reserve, National Guard and military spouses by offering professional…
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Yellow Ribbon, Homecomings, and Send Off Support
USO Iowa supports military homecomings, deployments, and Yellow Ribbon events around the state. Whether returning from a combat zone or dep…
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Mobile USO
USO Mobiles Centers have allowed the USO to extend its reach to service men and women throughout the United States; These Mobile USOs can d…
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Military Unit Family Days
Maintaining resiliency and a connection to community are vital to the well being of our military. USO Iowa provides recreational support an…