My husband and I dropped in a few times as we were out of town visitors. Everyone here was super…read morefriendly. I didn't try the kickboxing classes, although I wish I would have because they sound like a phenomenal workout, but we did do CrossFit three times. One day was an open gym style in the evening but they still program a WOD you can do - or work on your own thing which is a great complement to traditional training because we all have weaknesses and this is a great time to focus on some of those things, but the programmed WOD is always a good option too. The CrossFit class we did join was great. I have an injury preventing me from doing several movements but the coach made a quick adjustment for me so I could still join and have a really good workout. The box is spacious with new high quality and clean equipment (which surprisingly you don't find everywhere) and the programming was excellent. If I lived in the Nevada area I would totally join this box. I travel a lot for work and have visited several CrossFit's across the country and this is one of the best ones I've been to, I highly recommend them.

Dropped in while in town for business and was very glad I did! The staff was helpful and the…read moreathletes were very friendly. The gym was clean and well organized. I would return!

At the advice of my sister, I decided to check this place out. I went to orientation and came back…read morefor more orientation. This is a beautiful newer building (2 years old) and also beautifully landscaped. The programs here are really good ones, from different exercise classes to music to mourning meetings(for those who have lost loved ones). There's a Bistro in the middle which serves folks until 2 or 3. Each weekday. They have an adult daycare on the west end of the building. Lot parking. Great staff. Reasonable prices for different activities.

Very active senior facility offers many in-services and support. Proud to say that Ames has a…read morefacility like this to offer its citizens.

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.

My husband and I went here for a date day. I have never shot anything in my life. We went on a…read moreSunday and we're able to get a lane right away. They do have rental available too. The 2 employees there (I didn't get their name) made me feel very comfortable. We watched a 10 min safety/intro video since we haven't shot there before. Then we picked out which guns and ammo we wanted. If we didn't like how something felt you could go back and switch it out. The facility was very clean and organized. Easy to find location. Very clear direction and rules. We will definitely be going back.

In my opinion the gunsmith marred up my nightsight. They replaced it but they told me I can never…read moretake my guns back there again and they told me I can never come back again.

Camp is one of my favorite places! The staff is amazing and I look forward to seeing them every…read moresummer!

I went to this camp when I was a child, and most of the counselors were good. However, there was a…read morevery dorky counselor who would make random people sit outside during events because 'they were talking.' He was completely arbitrary with picking on children and if he heard a whisper, then he would send you outside.

Fun 9 hole corse, conditions are okay. Rate of play and price keep me coming back. Friendly club…read morehouse workers and they had all you can golf deals. Fun corse to get a quick round in. Great place to bring new golfers and groups of friends and family. Very laid back. Come here if you love golf!!!!

We have had Charity Golf Outings 8 years in a row at Twin Anchors Golf Club and have had tremendous…read moreservice, the staff is always willing to do anything to help us that they can. I recommend this venue for events - charity and otherwise.

Photo taken 4/24/26…read more This is such a lovely place! We have been here several times, and we love it each time we visit. We've been here twice on field trips with my child's class, and several other times outside of that. There is an information center and plenty of outdoor activities. It's very well maintained, and the staff here are all wonderful. It's definitely a fun place for fishing or just simply walking around and enjoying nature. For those that enjoy birdwatching, this is also a great location to do so. The information center has quite a few activities for anyone interested in learning about any type of nature. You can ask for kits to inspect tadpoles or water creatures as well as binoculars for birdwatching. There's also a natural play structure for kids to explore. It's so peaceful and serene; this also makes it perfect for a picnic! There is a path that goes around the water, and there are also a few gazebos and benches for you to stop at to take a break or just enjoy the day.

This is a really neat park north east of Ames. It's the home of the Story County Conservation…read moreCenter and a lot of classes and programming. There are some deceptively long hiking trails here that will let you traverse the various biomes of the state of Iowa. There are wooded, riparian and native prarire areas along trails immediately adjacent to the park and it also serves as a great launching point and connector for the Skunk River Greenbelt system of trails that continue to the north. There are primitive campsites and mutli-use hiking and biking trails. There is actually a lot to do outside in Story County, it's just not obvious & McFarland Park is a great place to get acquainted.