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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JFHQ Iowa vs Iowa State Tailgate
Iowa vs Iowa State football tailgate at JFHQ Iowa National Guard HQ. Soldiers will be released early and attend a tailgate in the parking lot. We will bring snacks, drinks, popsicles, yard games such as volleyball, pickleball, spikeball and other …
Sep 5th, 2025 11:00 AM CDT (1100R)
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155th refueling Wing Family
We will set up a table with kids activities, snacks, drinks, games, coloring books, and lego building kits
Sep 6th, 2025 10:00 AM CDT (1000R)
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Lincoln, NE JFHQ 5K
We will support the base 5k event with a table with small USO items, Unit support request flyers, drinks, and small snacks
Sep 6th, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)
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Army vs Air Force Lazer Tag
we will hold a competition of lazer tag between Army and Air force units in the Des Moines area. There will be a Pizza lunch first with small snacks and drinks and then a lazer tag tournament.
Sep 13th, 2025 4:00 PM CDT (1600R)
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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)
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…