Staff is very helpful and friendly. Driving range is great and they keep the course in good shape…read more Different tees allow for players of all levels. Links style penalty areas are tough hit out of and the greens are quite nuanced with some subtle ridges that make them a challenge to read. The one complaint I have is that the sand traps need to have more sand and a higher quality of sand. It is more like fine gravel than sand and they traps do not drain well after a rain.

Fun corse in the middle of Ames. Always busy, shape of corse is good rate of play is tough. I love…read morethere driving range and there practice green has a nice sand trap to practice out of... I spend a lot of time playing in the sand. But it's a fun link corse to bring +1 not a corse for large groups meaning +4 or more. Take your time and enjoy cold water it is in the middle of Ames which you'd never guess. Great scenery. I play 3/4 times a year last 4/5 years.

Hands down one of the best golfing experiences in the Midwest. Well deserving if it's #1 course in…read moreIowa ranking. World class golf and a refined but comfortable clubhouse. Every hole is fantastic. Lightening fast and incredibly true greens. They offer lodging on the course too. Round up some friends, make the trip and enjoy a slice of golfing heaven

Don Williams is personally my favorite golf course I've ever played. It's a bit pricey but if y'all…read morecome now when I post this, it's free! So come on down and a super cool nice fun time!

Hidden gem, corse might not be in the best shape but is always a treat to play. Lots of fun long…read moreholes and over the water par 3's. Definitely a local place and customer service is wonderful, and the monster cookies are the best lol. Cheap play on they use to do cheaper play on Wednesday from 12 or 1 to close they still might. Usually miss that day but still golf here 5/8 times a year the last 4/5 years will be back. Great place to bring new golfers or a slightly larger golfing group. If you like laid back relaxing golf come here!!!

Wowwww This is the park of all parks!…read more Worth the drive from Des Moines to Madrid, Iowa. Great "tree museum" if that's what you want to call it but it was very educational and well worth the time and money. Visited on a Friday morning with our homeschool community and it was a busy morning. Reserved a guided tour months prior for our large group and paid extra for the tree house playground experience. The guided tour was absolutely fascinating and our group learned so much about how to identify different types of trees and plants. The gardens are awesome even in the fall. Worth a second or third trip for the different seasons we have here in Iowa. The playground was MASSIVE and newly built. All wooded and just a walk away from the arboretum. My kids and the other students really enjoyed this playground. Safe and fun. Found lots of accessibility for all to play Highly

A lovely spot in the middle of Iowa. Offering classes, initiating preservation of monarch butterfly…read morehabitat, building pollinator gardens, and quiet places for a walk. Entry fee for non-members is $10 per person with reduced rates for children. Open year-round to the public, this sanctuary has facilities for meetings, parties, weddings, etc. A number of trails allow you to walk through the different gardens and enjoy and ever changing display throughout the year. We were so pleasantly surprised at this little slice of paradise so far off the beaten path. Established in the early 1980s by an Iowa family that owned a nursery in the region. Bird watchers, gardeners, and anyone that just enjoys beautiful flowers should check out the Iowa Arboretum.

Fun 9 hole corse in the area. Usually less busy than other surrounding areas. Corse is a good shape…read moreand prices are great. Would recommend golfing here. I've only golfed here a handful of times but will be back.

This is a great little Muni golf course. Even though it's only 9 holes, I have found the prices,…read morequality of play and condition of the course to be superior to the other two 9-hole courses in Ames. They have great weekday specials too that make it even more enjoyable to play at a discounted price.

Furman Aquatic Center is possibly one of my favorite places, ever. Considering the rules of other…read moreplaces I've been to in the past, they are pretty relaxed and kind. Lifeguards are there to ensure everyone is safe and has an enjoyable time. I'd rather a lifeguard be overly cautious with a child not swimming the best in the deep end, than that some terrible accident happen. The facilities are beautiful, and they have a lot of amenities like food concessions, locker rooms, changing rooms, and full showers. While they don't let you bring food in the facilities, you're allowed a bottle of water. Pros: An amazing place for taking swimming lessons or for exercising with water walking or doing lap swim. There are lawn chairs, and a picnic table area. The place is the most relaxing place ever. Relax, enjoy, cool off, and make new friends. I love it. Like any place, there's a lot of good, and some little bad -- but it's mostly not the place's fault. Cons: People can sometimes get territorial over their preferred spot in the pool during the 11-1pm exercise time. Sometimes, people sneak in to just open-swim and not exercise, getting in the way of others who are, so perhaps a little more screening during the 11-1 timeslot would be best so people know they can't just goof around when others are there to exercise. There can be unruly teenagers sometimes that might ruin the lazy river experience if what you want is to relax, etc. Little things like that. On super, super hot days, the place might be way too full. But come back on a cloudy, hot day, and you'll find the place pretty decent. I really have no serious complaints about it other than I wish we had no winters and could enjoy it year round. heh I have high praise for all staff. I learned to swim with them this summer, and I will never forget the experience. I am eternally thankful and grateful.

Excellent facility with a wide range of activities for all ages. Cost is reasonable just wish the…read moreweather would be more cooperative.

Great environment for adults and children. Best show in town. Good customer service. We love…read morebowling here during holidays.

The owners are the BEST, very friendly and make you feel so welcome.. the menu looks so good, we…read morehave the Monday Night Special Pizza is was delicious‼ Highly recommend you visit, they always have fun things going on

Wack lanes are always full when there are some open. Would not recommend. Serves is slow.read more

Tiger bowl will make u feel welcome! Amazing service and Great food, family friendly atmosphere,…read moreand bowling!!