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Recreation

Disclaimer: This information was provided by agencies in the community. It may not be all-encompassing and some information changes often. For Poweshiek County offices and contact information, browse our county directory.

Updates: If you have an addition or edit to our Resource Guide, please contact us at Brooke.Holder@unitypoint.org.

Ashton Wildwood Park and Observatory

Our open season at Ashton Observatory is from April through October. Free admission and all ages are welcome.

8755 W. 122nd St. N.
Mingo, IA 50168
Website
https://dmastronomy.com/our-observatory

Christian Conference Center

  • With nearly 5 miles of hiking trails, miniature golf, sand volleyball, an outdoor swimming pool, fishing, a private man-made lake, canoes, kayaks, paddle boats, and paddle boards, there is fun for everyone at the CCC!
  • Camps- see website
5064 Lincoln St
Newton, IA 50208
641-792-1266
Website
https://www.newtonccc.org/
M-F, 9 AM- 3 PM
Other Categories: Venues

DNR Iowa Department of Natural Resources

Environmental Protection DNR Environmental Protection  

  • Air quality, water quality, land quality, animal feeding operations, household hazards materials, 
  • Environmental Protection
  • septic tanks, report spills, animal feeding operations, water 

Flood Plan Management DNR Flood Plan

DNR Grants DNR grants

 

6200 Park Ave Suite 200
Des Moines, IA 50321
515-725-8200
Website
https://www.iowadnr.gov/
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Dragon Steel Jeet Kune Do

Community Based Martial Arts Program located at town square pilates in Monroe Iowa!

114 N Commerce St
Monroe, IA 50170
+1 702-809-9960
Website
https://www.facebook.com/dragonsteeljkd

Drake Community Library

930 Park St.
Grinnell, IA 50112
641-236-2661
Website
https://www.grinnell.lib.ia.us

Grinnell Recreation Department

Programming for families, children, and youth. Scholarships are available for income-eligible families.

1500 Penrose St.
Grinnell, IA 50112
641-236-2620
Website
https://www.grinnelliowa.gov

Iowa Libraries Adventure Pass

Several area public libraries offer the Iowa Libraries Adventure Pass, a service that provides free family passes to local museums and attractions! Adult library patrons* may check out a pass using their valid Public Library card and a valid photo ID. Passes provide free admission for two adults and two children. Additional attendees will be required to pay regular admission. Passes are good for the following locations: Blank Park ZooScience Center of IowaGreater Des Moines Botanical GardenDes Moines Children's Museum

Please note: Access to the Adventure Pass may be limited to residents within the public library's community and/or county. You may reserve one pass per venue every 365 days. Please check with the venue directly to confirm their open hours prior to reserving your pass.

Website
https://www.iowaadventurepass.org/member-libraries

Oakland Acres Golf Club

18-hour golf course, golf simulators, events, restaurant

13476 Hwy 6 East
Grinnell, IA 50112
641-236-7111
Website
https://golfoaklandacres.com/
Other Categories: Venues

Paul W Ahrens Fitness Center

Exercise classes with on-site childcare. Immediate family members of inpatients may use the PWA Fitness Center at no cost.

807 Broad St.
Grinnell, IA 50112
641-236-2999
Disclaimer: This information was provided by community agencies. It may not be all-encompassing and some information changes often. This information was printed from poweshiekcountyiowa.gov/resources on June 19, 2026.