Waters Edge Aquatic Design

05/20/2026

It's an honor to be part of such a creative project team. We can't wait to see the final results! 🎨🌊

👀 Things are coming together for our pool opening on May 23rd.
Coolest sign ever ✅
New pool phone number (316) 500-1245 ✅
Huge shout out to John Maus for fabricating our sign, Sherri Ahlberg for the sign design and Albers Finishing for matching the paint colors to our sunshades and slide! 😍

05/15/2026

Today is International Water Safety Day, a reminder that preventing drowning and water-related injuries and illnesses requires awareness, education, and sustained action.

By prioritizing adequate staffing, routine maintenance, clear communication, and accessible swimming lessons, aquatic operators can play a critical role in protecting their communities.

05/14/2026

Here's some more exciting news from Garden Plain! In just a few months, the community will have the chance to enjoy their brand new pool and make wonderful new memories together. 🏊‍♂️

05/08/2026

Eager swimmers will be able to finally venture into the $27M Fitch Family Indoor Aquatic Center in June.
Find out the official open date: See link below ⬇️

📸 Nirmalendu Majumdar/Ames Tribune

04/22/2026

We are so close to the grand opening of the brand new Park City Aquatic Center! 🙌

Here are the dates, services, and fees for the new Park City Aquatic Center set to open next month.

These are subject to change.

📅 Season Dates: May 23 – August 1

🕒 Hours of Operation:
• Monday–Saturday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• Sunday: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM

💲 Daily Passes:
• Residents: $4.00 ($3.50 seniors 55+)
• Non-residents: $5.00 ($4.50 seniors 55+)

🎟 10-Day Punch Pass:
• Residents: $25
• Non-residents: $35

🏖 Season Tickets:
• Individual:
– Residents: $120 ($100 seniors 55+)
– Non-residents: $150 ($130 seniors 55+)

• Family:
– Residents: $180
– Non-residents: $210

🔥 SPECIAL DEAL:
– Half price on season tickets after July 4th!

🏊‍♀️ Swim Lessons (2 Sessions Daily):
– $60 for residents and $75 for non-residents

Session #1: June 8–18
• 10:00–10:45 AM
• 11:00–11:45 AM

Session #2: July 6–16
• 10:00–10:45 AM
• 11:00–11:45 AM

🎉 Pool Rentals Available:
• $250 for 2 hours (up to 50 people)

04/10/2026

Hager Family Springs is once again open, providing a fun, educational place for visitors to cool off at Lauritzen Gardens! 💦

The water features in the Hager Family Springs and other areas of Sofia’s Play Garden are back on for the season. Stop by any day from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. to come soak in the fun!

04/09/2026

Construction at Fitch Family Indoor Aquatic Center in Ames, Iowa, is now complete! ✅

The Fitch Family Indoor Aquatic Center in Ames has finished the main construction phases, and the pools are officially filled. Story 🔗 below.

04/08/2026

04/01/2026

Opening day is just around the corner! 🔜