New Trail Will Connect Downtown Des Moines to Jordan Creek area
After 18 years of negotiations, Des Moines will mark the completion of a significant phase of the trail system by adding connections that will take cyclists from Jordan Creek Town Center all the way to Downtown Des Moines. The project could be completed by year's end.
Click here for more information on Greater Des Moines trails.
Click here for more information on Greater Des Moines trails.
Greater Des Moines Sports Community Rallies for 2009 AAU Junior Olympic Games
Hot on the heels of West Des Moines' own Shawn Johnson bringing home the gold from the 2008 Beijing Olympics, Des Moines gets ready to host the 2009 AAU Junior Olympic Games. This annual competition is the largest national multi-sport event for youth in the United States. The Des Moines Area Sports Commission (DMASC) is hosting the 2009 Games. For more information regarding the 2009 Junior Olympic Games, click here.
The Heart of Iowa Wine Trail Celebrates Central Iowa's Wineries
Covering one third of the state, the Heart of Iowa Wine Trail now features eight of the best wineries in Central Iowa. Enjoy fine wines, unique gift items and select events. The 2009 Heart of Iowa Passport is now available for purchase. For more information on how to obtain your passport, click here.The following Heart of Iowa Wine Trail wineries are also Marketing Partners with the Greater Des Moines CVB:
Jasper Winery
2400 George Flagg Parkway, Des Moines
(515) 282-9463
Tassel Ridge Winery
1681 220th Street, Leighton
(641) 672-9463
White Oak Vineyards
15065 NE White Oak Drive, Cambridge
(515) 367-7777
