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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Military Spouse Appreciation: Self Care Workshop
Military spouses come together to talk about challenges and victories they have faced. Discussion with transition assistance advisors on base as well as snacks and beverages.
May 16th, 2025 5:00 PM CDT (1700R)
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Brushes and Battle Bites
Celebrating Memorial Day weekend. Art Session with Iowa national guard. Canvas and brushes and paint provided for military members to have a snack and paint a picture at lunch hour
May 29th, 2025 11:00 AM CDT (1100R)
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Morale Monday Lunch and Canines
Bringing out the support animals to JFHQ on Camp dodge for a morale boosting event for lunch during break time. Pizza is served
Jun 2nd, 2025 11:00 AM CDT (1100R)
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USMEPCOM Military Member of the Year
7105 NW 70TH Ave, Bldg. S-71 , United States
Supporting Des Moines MEPS Military member of the year program with a cake and some drinks
Jun 3rd, 2025 11:00 AM CDT (1100R)
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Mil Kids Camp Lincoln Air Base
Military Kids camp with youth activities and games. snacks and beverages provided
Jun 11th, 2025 8:00 AM CDT ( 800R)
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
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…