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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USO Birthday Celebration
7105 NW 70th Ave Bldg. S-59 Johnston, IA 50131 United States
We will have a USO birthday celebration at the Center during lunch hours with special cake, birthday hot dogs, and prizes for service members who answer USO themed questions
Feb 4th, 2026 11:00 AM CST (1100S)
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Super Bowl Watch Party
7105 NW 70th Ave Bldg. S-59 Johnston, IA 50131 United States
We will hold a Super Bowl Watch party with snacks and hot dogs. Games and prizes given at halftime and after the game
Feb 8th, 2026 4:30 PM CST (1630S)
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Valentines Day Lunch and Quick Games
7105 NW 70th Ave Bldg. S-59 Johnston, IA 50131 United States
We will have special valentines treats and snacks, play quick Valentine’s Day themed games during lunch hours
Feb 12th, 2026 11:00 AM CST (1100S)
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Unit Support: Fitness Leaders Course
We are providing drinks and small snacks to a unit fitness course at camp dodge.
Feb 19th, 2026 10:00 AM CST (1000S)
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St Patrick's Day Bingo
7105 NW 70th Ave Bldg. S-59 Johnston, IA 50131 United States
We will hold lunchtime st pats themed bingo games for USO prizes and have special st pats themed treats
Mar 17th, 2026 10:00 AM CST (1000S)
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
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USO Centered Hosted Meals
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USO Military Spouse Programs
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USO Holiday Support
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USO Transitions Programs
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Yellow Ribbon, Homecomings, and Send Off Support
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Mobile USO
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Military Unit Family Days
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