Kayak and Canoe Rental in Des Moines, Iowa Kayaking, canoeing, and paddle boarding are fun summer activities for the whole family in central Iowa! Whether you are looking for kayak rentals, different river floats, and excursions, paddleboard rentals, or canoe rentals, there are plenty of places to enjoy the water and options to rent in the Des Moines area. Many offer half day, full-day, or an hourly rate. Many places include life jackets with their...
Des Moines Parent Spotlight: Becky Pospisal For seven years, Becky Pospisal owned The Knotty Nail in the Valley Junction, giving folks around the metro a fun place to connect and create a DIY project. She’s on a brief hiatus from the business while she moves out of the physical storefront and transitions to her new role at Above and Beyond Cancer as their Director of Mission Delivery. Des Moines Parent connected with Becky to learn...
Family Fun at the State Historical Museum of Iowa The kids and I have made several trips to the State Historical Museum of Iowa over the years. It is a great place to wander, learn, and have fun all for free in the heart of downtown Des Moines, Iowa. Many may not think of the State Historical Museum of Iowa as a place to visit with kids, but there is something for the entire family....
Children's Eye Exams at Urbandale Eye Care School is back in session! As you were preparing for the first day of school, I am sure you had an entire list of things to do and buy before you sent your little one back. Some of those items may have included school physicals, dental exams, back-to-school shopping, activity sign-up, and more. What about eye exams? When I was younger (we do not need to give years)...
20+ Things to See and Do in Grimes, Iowa Grimes, Iowa is located northwest of the Des Moines area and is quickly growing with families and businesses. Some current big projects include the GrimesPlex, a new and larger library, a splash pad, and more. Grimes is a popular place for families to live to experience a small-town feel not far from the heart of Des Moines, Iowa. Plan your day trip to Grimes, Iowa and...