Des Moines, IA

Nothing is more exciting than the sports action of professional ice hockey. The sound of bodies on the boards, the swoosh of skates on the ice and the roar of the announcer shouting "GOAL!" are second only to an exciting ice brawl. Join the Des Moines Buccaneers for a fight and maybe a hockey game will break out!

Address: 7201 Hickman Road, Urbandale, IA 50322 - MAP
Phone: (515) 278-2827
Web: www.bucshockey.com

Arena football is like roller derby on the field - it's fast, it's rough and it's exciting. Enjoy a cold one with friends as you watch the AFL's newly minted members, the Iowa Barnstormers, tear up the field. These games are perfect for football fans who just can't get enough hard-hitting sports action and entertainment.

Address: 730 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50309 - MAP
Phone: (515) 633-BALL (2255)
Web: www.theiowabarnstormers.com

Hoop it up with the Iowa Energy NBA Development League basketball team and current defending champions. Surge is the Iowa Energy mascot and The High Voltage dance team brings excitement to each and every game. Plan ahead because tickets to these games are going to be hard to come by!

Address: 30 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50309 - MAP
Phone: (515) 462-2849
Web: www.nba.com

Novice bikers and hikers better their technique while on one of Central Iowa Trails. There are 4 trails to choose from that will take you on a journey of tight twists around lush woodlands in the heart of the capital city. You'll appreciate the challenging trails to hike or ride your bike on that give you a sense of accomplishment when you've completed the trail.

Choose From 4 Trails: Center Trails, Sycamore Trails, Seven Oaks Trails, Summerset/Banner Lakes Trails
Web: www.centraliowatrails.com

Nothing is more invigorating than natural exercise and what better way to do just that than kayaking in exotic Mexico on a trip booked through Boulevard Sports, Des Moines' number one bike and kayak sales center? Join friends and family and take the kayak trip of a lifetime where water sports and thrills are the order of the day.

Address: 4211 Chamberlain Drive, Des Moines, IA 50312 - MAP
Phone: (515) 255-8433
Web: www.blvdbikes.com

Slip and slide through gallons of water thrills at Adventureland Park. Get drenched and cleaned on the Splash Over, the park's own human washing machine, and hold your breath on the Gang Plank and Pirates Plummet as you slide down the high-speed body slide into inches of water!

Address: 3200 Adventureland Drive, Altoona, IA 50009 - MAP
Phone: (515) 266-2121
Web: www.adventurelandpark.com

Since the beginning of time, man has wanted to fly like a bird; Des Moines Hanggliding offers you the freedom of flight through the extreme recreation of their hang gliding adventures. You'll be carried away with the help of worthy instructors and the safest equipment to calm the pit of your stomach as you hang around some of the most beautiful skies in Des Moines.

Address: Call To Schedule
Phone: (800) 497-3483
Web: www.soaringsports.com

Splat hard at ICU Paintball and enjoy some recreational warfare as you play indoor paintball and avoid long field waits, mud, rain or foggy goggles. Be sure to wear a sweatshirt with a hoodie over it and a comfortable pair of jeans and hit the field like a sneaky disappearing chess piece in order to take cover and avoid being hit.

Address: 2220 East Ovid Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50313 - MAP
Phone: (515) 282-9089
Web: www.icupaintball.us

Get solid as a rock at Climb Iowa climbing gym, the recreational climbing environment for avid climbers and novices, young and old, individuals and families. You'll appreciate the excellent body workout, challenging rock walls, and friendly, helpful instruction.

Address: 3605 SE Miehe Drive, Grimes, IA 50111 - MAP
Phone: (515) 986-2565
Web: www.climbiowa.com

Strike one, strike two, strike three! Turkey! Spend a night of fun in the fast lane at AMF Des Moines Lanes. You'll enjoy the best bowling entertainment on the planet at one of the largest bowling center franchises. Get ready to enjoy hours of smiling faces and victory dances with family and friends.

Address: 3839 East 14th Street, Des Moines, IA 50313 - MAP
Phone: (515) 265-0315
Web: www.amf.com