Tom Hanafan River’s Edge Park in Council Bluffs is adding new attractions to the Missouri River waterfront, including a rock climbing tower, a rollercoaster-like zip line ride, a new pier and more — with the public potentially able to visit as early as July.
The MidAmerican Energy Adventure Tower already drew climbers from Approach Climbing Gym. La Kesha Johnson showed off her skills on the outdoor wall, describing the experience of reaching the top.
“I felt the breeze all over me its just hugging me… I loved it and just coming down and taking a look over the horizon at the trees and stuff,” Johnson said.
Like many climbers at the tower, Johnson is accustomed to climbing indoors, but sees the outdoor setup as an opportunity to draw attention to the metro area…