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Ames/ISU Ice Arena
1507 Gateway Hills Park Dr
Ames, IA 50014
515.292.6835
A facility operated jointly by the City of Ames and ISU, the ice arena hosts public skating, skating lessons, hockey games and special events. Located south of the ISU Towers on Mortensen Road.
Ames Area Running Club
Ames Area Running Club and Alpha Omicron Pi Sorority are co-sponsors of Run for the Roses. A community event that has become an Ames Fall tradition.
Ames City Auditorium & Durham Bandshell
515 Clark Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.239.5365
The beautiful Auditorium, seating for 881, is suitable for meetings, lectures, and performances. Durham Bandshell, nestled in Ames oldest park, is perfect for outdoor events.
Ames Parks & Recreation
1500 Gateway Hills Park Dr
Ames, IA 50014
515.239.5350
Oversees more than 1,200 acres of parks, 30 miles of pedestrian trails, Furman Aquatic Center, Ames/ISU Ice Arena, Community Center, Homewood Golf Course and over 150 recreation programs.
Ames Soccer Club
Ames Soccer Club holds youth leagues in spring and fall and promotes soccer through various activities year round.
Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad & James H. Andrew Museum
225 10th St
Boone , IA 50036
515.432.4249
A historical, educational railroad museum providing excursion train rides across the beautiful Des Moines River Valley. Tickets available online at www.bsvrr.com.
Coldwater Golf Links
1400 S Grand Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.4664
Unique in Iowa with its links-inspired design, Coldwater Golf Links is Ames' premier facility for hosting your group golf outing or after hours event.
Furman Aquatic Center
1635 13th St
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.POOL
Furman Aquatic Center offers a 50-meter pool, zero-depth splash pool with play structure water playground, lazy river and three exciting water slides. Have fun today and memories for a lifetime!
Homewood Golf Course
401 East 20th St and Duff Ave
Ames , IA 50010
515.239.5363
Homewood is a beautiful, well-groomed 9-hole, par 34 golf course in north Ames for players of all ages and abilities. Open daily April through October, weather permitting.
Iowa Arboretum
1875 Peach Ave
Madrid, IA 50156
515.795.3216
Enjoy thousands of trees, shrubs and flowers in this 378 acre public garden. Hike woodland and prairie trails. Grounds are open year-round, sunrise to sunset. Admission: $5 per car. Free to members.
JAX Outdoor Gear
4723 W Lincoln Way
Ames , IA 50014
515.292.2276
We supply quality sporting goods, gear, and apparel for outdoor enthusiasts and athletes of all ages. Our knowledgeable staff is dedicated to providing a courteous and enjoyable shopping experience.
Nevada Parks & Recreation
825 15th St
Nevada, IA 50201
515.382.4352
SCORE Recreation Athletic Complex hosts local, state and national events. Features include an outdoor aquatic center, soccer, baseball, softball fields, tennis, basketball courts and trail system.
Seven Oaks Recreation
1086 222nd Dr
Boone, IA 50036
515.432.9457
Year-round outdoor recreation. Downhill skiing, snowboarding and tubing. Canoe, kayak and river tubing, paintball and camping. Event space for up to 400.
Special Olympics Iowa
551 SE Dovetail Rd
Grimes, IA 50111
515.986.5520
Visit www.soiowa.org to learn how to get involved – volunteer, coach, donate, sponsor, enter a fundraising event or attend a competition to cheer on our athletes. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook.
Stage Coach Stables
1568 Stagecoach Rd
Ames, IA 50010
515.520.2021
Stage Coach Stables is the area's premier facility, offering opportunities for youth and adults to learn and enjoy horsemanship. Board your horse, schedule a lesson, children's clinic or event today.
Story County Conservation
56461 180th St
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.2516
Story County Conservation manages more than 3,000 acres of parks and natural areas, develops and manages wildlife habitat and offers educational programs for all ages.
Trailside Rentals
326 W 2nd St
Madrid, IA 50156
515.230.6712
Rent a bike or recumbent trike and ride the High Trestle Trail! Open 10-6 weekends and holidays, by appointment Monday, Thursday, and Friday, April-November. Wheelchairs available.
Veenker Memorial Golf Course
2916 Veenker Dr
Ames, IA 50011
515.294.6727
A premier public golf facility owned and operated by ISU. Established May of 1938, originally a Perry Maxwell design. Veenker is a beautiful, demanding and challenging course.