Outdoor Recreation

Are you looking to build lifelong friendships, overcome challenges, travel to some of the most beautiful places, accomplish goals, and/or obtain new skills and knowledge?

Then the DMACC Outdoor Recreation Program is for you!

With the help of Iowa State University, students are now able to take advantage of a variety of low-cost opportunities to experience and learn about the great outdoors.

Some examples of outdoor recreation include backpacking, cycling, camping, canoeing, white water rafting, canyoning, caving, fishing, hiking, kayaking, mountaineering, and rock climbing.

Extramurals ISU Trips & Workshops:

Weekend
Extended
Workshops

Cost:
Non-passholder price for DMACC students

Contact Information:
Jerry Rupert
Assistant Director, Outdoor Recreation
515-294-4774
jrupert@iastate.edu

Questions:
Andy Nelson
Campus Recreation Coordinator
515-964-6539
arnelson@dmacc.edu

Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm
Saturday & Sunday - CLOSED

Note: All rentals and returns need to be made during school contact days/hours

NEW! Bike Rentals

bike rental

The Campus Recreation Department is now renting Bikes to students, faculty and staff. Bikes can be rented by the day from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday at no cost. Stop by the Campus Recreation Office in bldg. 5 across from Café X if interested.

Equipment Rental

Outdoor equipment can be rented through the Campus Recreation Office in building 5 between Trail Point Aquatics & Wellness and Subway.

To rent equipment, you must present a current DMACC One or Staff ID Card.

Note: There is daily and long term rates for Bike Rentals. There are Rec Membership and Non-Rec Membership rates for Outdoor Recreation Equipment.

Payment is due at the time of the reservation. We accept cash, check or card.

If you have question please contact Campus Recreation Coordinator, Andy Nelson at 515-964-6539 or email arnelson@dmacc.edu.