By: Ivan Tovar
Heartwood Preserve is bringing back its outdoor ice rink for another season, giving Omaha residents a place to enjoy a winter activity and spend time with family and friends.
The rink welcomes visitors of different ages and backgrounds. For some families, the experience also provides an opportunity to enjoy an activity together in a way they might not always have access to.
Stephanie Acevedo visited the rink with her husband and son. She said she appreciated that her son, who uses a wheelchair, was able to experience the ice.
Sean Guard, who works with Ice America, said the best part of bringing the rink to different communities is seeing families and groups enjoy the experience. He said visitors include school groups, college students, and older adults.
Ice America partners with Heartwood Preserve to bring the ice-skating experience to the community. Guard said the 80 acres at Heartwood Preserve will continue to be dedicated to events and activities for the community.
Through the outdoor ice rink, Heartwood Preserve offers visitors another opportunity to take part in a seasonal activity and spend time together.
