OASCO

OASCO Outdoor Alliance of Story County’s (OASCO)
Mission is to enhance outdoor recreation, education, and conservation in Story County, Iowa. 501(c)3.

07/31/2026

Join us for "Life of Ada Hayden Heritage Park Wetlands"

Tuesday, Aug. 4
6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
1904 Harrison Road, SW parking lot

Dr. Timothy Stewart will teach participants about wetland biodiversity at the park. Get a close-up view of some of Ada Hayden's wetland wildlife and learn about the species that call the wetlands home. This family-friendly event is fun for all ages.

Ada Hayden Heritage Park events are open to all and are free. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Bring water, wear appropriate shoes and clothing for the conditions, apply sunscreen, bug spray, and a smile!

Ada Hayden Heritage Park summer educational events are made possible through Friends of Ada Hayden Heritage Park.

07/30/2026

Help make a difference - one paddle at a time! 🛶

Join us for our River Clean Up on Saturday, August 22!

Whether you're an experienced paddler or just want to enjoy a fun morning giving back, we'd love to have you join us. Invite your friends, family, and coworkers, and help us keep our river clean.

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Fort Dodge Messenger
The Gowrie News
Dayton Leader
This Is Fort Dodge
Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance
Iowa Department of Natural Resources

07/30/2026

🌊 Sunday Funday on the Water — FREE Event! 🌊

Bring the whole family out to Ada Hayden Heritage Park Lake for a Sunday Funday on the water! This FREE event is open to all ages — no experience necessary, no cost to paddle.

CrawDaddy Outdoors is bringing out 20+ kayaks, tandems, canoes, SUPs, and pedal drive kayaks for you to try at no charge. Come meet owners Jamie and Renee Borglum and demo top brands like NuCanoe, Crescent Kayaks, Old Town Watercraft, Liquidlogic Kayaks, , Native Watercraft, and more!

📅 Sunday, August 2
🕚 11am–5pm
📍 Ada Hayden Heritage Park Lake, Ames, Iowa
💰 FREE for everyone

No registration, no gear needed — just show up and paddle! See you on the water. 🛶

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Box 22
Ames, IA
50010

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