Des Moines Winter at Brenton Skating Plaza When winter hits Des Moines, Iowa the kids and I love to bust out our Winter Bucket list and begin crossing outdoor activities off of our list like drinking hot cocoa, sledding, and building a snowman. One thing we always include is ice skating under the Des Moines skyline at Brenton Skating Plaza. No Des Moines winter is complete without an adventure to Brenton Skating Plaza for ice...
Be Prepared for Sledding Fun! When my kids see that first falling snow, they can’t wait to get their snowsuits on and play. While snowball fights and building snowmen are always fun, nothing is more exciting than grabbing their sled and flying down the hill. Here is our guide for dressing your kids for the weather, sledding safety, choosing the perfect sled, and locating that perfect spot. Enjoy the slopes! Note: Please note that this...
50 Things To Do in Iowa This Winter After our first cold weekend of the season, it got me looking ahead to winter in Iowa. There is no denying that most Iowa winters are spent indoors (which is why we look so forward to springtime). Luckily, we have plenty of indoor options, as well as some fun winter activities to do outside. However, if you are anything like me, you instantly forget all of these...
15+ Iowa Makers to Buy From Any Day of the Year If you know me, you know that I love to support small businesses as much as possible and Iowa is blessed with some incredible local artisans. Whether you are shopping for a holiday gift for family members, a stocking stuffer, a birthday present, or just because there are many local shops to choose from. You may find many of these local makers gathered in...
11 Best Des Moines Pie Shops Give me all the pies! Whether it is the holiday season or a Tuesday night, I love a good slice of pie with a golden flaky crust. Did you know that Des Moines, Iowa, and surrounding areas offer 11 amazing, local businesses that are serving up some of the best pies in the state of Iowa? French silk, key lime, peanut butter, or apple pie there is something for...