Stowe Heights

Stowe Heights Challenge Course (SHCC) is managed by Community Youth Concepts (C*C). The course is op

Photos from Stowe Heights's post 07/22/2024

Last Wednesday was a blast with the Indian Hills Planet 7 group! From conquering the low course to mastering the high course, their energy and enthusiasm made the day unforgettable. It was incredibly rewarding to see students collaborate, problem-solve, and bond as a team. We couldn't be happier with how the day turned out! 😊

Photos from Stowe Heights's post 07/19/2024
Photos from Stowe Heights's post 07/19/2024

Grateful for the unwavering support of the Des Moines Public School community! Special thanks for joining us at Stowe Heights Challenge Course for a day of team building with your CSCs. Together, we grow stronger. 🌟

Photos from Stowe Heights's post 07/16/2024

Last Tuesday we had so much fun with the Stilwell Planet 7 group!

From the low course to the high course, this group brought the energy and the excitement to complete the various obstacles. We are so happy with how the day went with this group. It was great seeing students work together to problem solve and work as a team. ☺️

07/08/2024

Unlock the magic of Stowe Heights and take your crew's experience to the next level! Whether you're a lively squad hungry for exciting adventures or a creative school group eager for unforgettable outings, we're experts at designing custom-made thrills just for you. Dive into epic moments and discover endless opportunities at Stowe Heights!

Check out stoweheights.org for all the details!

06/27/2024

Discover the wonders of Stowe Heights and explore how it can elevate your group's experience! Whether you're a youthful squad looking for thrilling escapades or a dynamic corporate team seeking innovative team-building, we specialize in crafting tailor-made adventures just for you. Dive into unforgettable moments and uncover the limitless possibilities at Stowe Heights!

Visit us at stoweheights.org for more information! 🌳

Photos from Stowe Heights's post 06/25/2024

We're thrilled to introduce our enthusiastic team members who are excited to join you on the course!

They've completed the proper training to ensure top-notch programming for all our groups. We look forward to welcoming you and experiencing unforgettable moments together!

Booking is now open through October! For more information, visit us at: https://www.stoweheights.org/

06/20/2024

Happy First Day of Summer! ☀️

06/19/2024

Happy Juneteenth!

Juneteenth is a day to remember, reflect and rejoice.

06/18/2024

The Stowe Heights Challenge Course website has a brand new look!

Learn more about Stowe Heights and take a look at how Stowe Heights could benefit your group! From youth to corporate groups, we have the ability to create personalized experiences.

Your adventure awaits at: stoweheights.org 🌳

06/17/2024

Haven't seen our new low-course element yet?

Bring your group out to Stowe Heights Challenge Course to see our new low-course element the Mohawk Ironworkers Walk.

Thanks to Sammons Financial Group, Stowe Heights was able to add this new element and provide an additional opportunity for groups to build their skills as they work through this obstacle as a team! 😄

06/11/2024

Don't miss the chance to come bring your group out to Stowe Heights Challenge Course!

We make sure to provide quality programming that fits any group. Whether working with a youth group or a corporate group, we ensure that everyone has fun while building on their team-building, problem-solving, critical thinking, and many other skills!

We have open availability throughout the summer months. 😊

Photos from Stowe Heights's post 06/04/2024

We kicked off summer yesterday with the first day of facilitator training! We are very lucky to have this great group of humans joining the team.

05/28/2024
05/24/2024

Do you enjoy collaborating with others, engaging in recreational activities, and being in the outdoors?

Consider becoming a Challenge Course Facilitator!

The Stowe Heights Challenge Course encompasses low ropes, high ropes, and ground initiatives. Facilitators undergo thirty hours of specialized training, along with passing written and practical assessments. Previous relevant training and experience are highly valued. 😊

For further details, visit us at https://www.stoweheights.org/become-a-facilitator

Feel free to reach out via email at [email protected] or call Community Youth Concepts at 515.243.4292 for additional information.

Photos from Stowe Heights's post 05/23/2024

We are thankful for days filled with sunshine! A West Marshall May Term class visited Stowe Heights today. Strong set of climbers!

Photos from Stowe Heights's post 05/22/2024

We had a great day on the course with these TOP students from Roosevelt, Hoover and North. So much so, we are looking to hire them as future facilitators.

Congrats to these students as they celebrate the end of the school year!

Photos from Stowe Heights's post 05/22/2024

Earlier this month we were able to work with the staff from GreenState Credit Union!

On our low course elements they were able to work as a team and complete the challenges. This was a fun group to have out at the course and it was great seeing how they worked together.

05/17/2024

A big thank you to Sammons Financial Group Companies for sponsoring the latest low course element at Stowe Heights. The Mohawk Ironworkers Walk has been a great addition to the course. It helps groups prepare as they get ready to walk the same wires at height.

Photos from Stowe Heights's post 05/17/2024

On Wednesday, we had the opportunity to take one of C*C's groups out to the course!

As the year is wrapping up, C*C's Urbandale Girls Group celebrated together by having some fun on our low and high course. We enjoyed seeing them work together and engage with our different course elements. 😁

05/15/2024

Climbing to height.

05/13/2024

Jane was recently interviewed and featured in WHO13 News!

You can watch the interview at: https://who13.com/hello-iowa/des-moines-arts-festival-program-benefits-community-groups/

Thank you so much to the Des Moines Arts Festival Team for connecting us to this opportunity! The Des Moines Arts Festival is June 28-30 and you can help our organization by volunteering with us at the festival at https://shorturl.at/hmDQ7

** The Stowe Heights Challenge Course is managed and staffed by Community Youth Concepts (C*C)

05/07/2024

We are so excited to see you out at the course today!

Parking is available in our parking lot on Dubuque Ave and overflow parking will be at Stowe Elementary with people assisting in directions. 😃

Have any questions? contact us at [email protected]

Des Moines Arts Festival program benefits community groups 05/06/2024

Des Moines Arts Festival program benefits community groups The Des Moines Arts Festival is now less than two months away. Artists and visitors from around the world will come to Western Gateway Park the last weekend of June, and several groups from the com…

04/29/2024

We hope to see you tomorrow afternoon out at the course for our open house! 😄

04/26/2024

Do you like working with people, playing games, and being outside?

Becoming a Challenge Course Facilitator might be the job for you.

The low ropes course, high ropes course, and ground initiatives make up the Stowe Heights Challenge Course. All challenge course facilitators will get thirty hours of site-specific training in addition to passing a written and practical exam, while prior training and experience are highly valued. 😊

For more information please visit us at https://www.stoweheights.org/become-a-facilitator

Feel free to email or give us a call to learn more. You can email [email protected] or call Community Youth Concepts at 515.243.4292.

Photos from Des Moines Public Schools Food & Nutrition's post 09/26/2023

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09/18/2023

There is still plenty of time to join us at Stowe Heights!

We offer a range of activities on the ground and up on our challenge course. From youth to adult, this is an amazing experience to build critical thinking skills, work as a team, and have fun!

We even have portable workshops for younger groups, inside fun, corporate team building, etc.

You can find more information by clicking on the link in our bio. 🌳

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