Full disclosure: I’m the developer of CarryRoute, and I’m looking for Iowa-specific workflow feedback—not legal conclusions.

I built it because an interstate drive can involve state, county, city, tribal, transit, stop, and overnight jurisdictions that a simple reciprocity map does not show. CarryRoute maps the trip, divides it into jurisdiction sections, and shows concise research summaries linked to official government sources. A new CarPlay view follows a route prepared on iPhone and shows upcoming jurisdiction changes.

For Iowa drivers crossing Nebraska, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Missouri, or South Dakota: what do you verify before leaving? Which official sources do you trust, and what should be visible before each boundary?

The colors identify jurisdiction changes only—not legal/illegal or safe/unsafe. CarryRoute is a research tool, not legal advice, and users must verify the current official text.

iPhone/iPad: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/carryroute-ccw-navigation/id6804322086

Please be blunt about anything missing or confusing in the screenshots.

FYI - JLM on Douglas in Urbandale in Des Moines closed and all their remaining stock & assets are going to Crossroads range & store in Johnston.

Hi all,

We are conducting a research project on gun ownership in the American Midwest and are looking for people who would be interested in talking with us.

PARTICIPATION IN THIS RESEARCH IS ENTIRELY VOLUNTARY.

Requirements to participate are as follows:

Self-identify as a gun owner

Be a US citizen

Be an English Speaker

Not be active-duty military

Be between the ages of 18 and 64

Reside in MI, MN, ND, WI, IN, IA, OH, or SD

This is a sociological study of gun ownership in the Midwest. This is an exploratory study, meaning we are not looking to prove/test any hypotheses, nor are we intending to evaluate or judge you in any way; rather, we are eager to learn from you through your sharing of your stories, thoughts, feelings, and experiences. 

Maintaining confidentiality is of top priority for us. At no point in this research process will we use or share any personal information that could identify you.  

Participation in this study is entirely voluntary, and you may choose to discontinue your participation at any time.

Level of participation can be proportional to level of interest: Anything from a 30-minute chat to multiple, multi-hour interviews is possible. 

If you are interested or have any insights or questions, please respond below or directly message this account.

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EDIT: We can provide more information about ourselves upon inquiry, likely by direct message.

Trying to get rid of some loose ammo in the Cedar Rapids area. Anyone have any good recommendations on where to post it?

Saturday morning was crazy at Crossroads in Johnston (normal), so a I drove up to Olafson range so I could do full function checks on some mods I did. Yes - cold morning, but it got done.

When did the RSO's begin coming out to the line only to declare them hot or cold for target changes?

In the grand scheme of spending money at a range over the span of a year, I'm sure I'd match or exceed the membership fee of the Ankeny Izaak Walton league. It's just $235 at once hurts a bit.

Is anyone a member? Or been a member? Do you recommend it?

Trying to find some discords to join that are Iowa and competition shooting focused. USPSA/Steel Challenge.

Curious if anyone here knows what the Iowa State Patrol is issuing its troopers as their standard service pistol?

I’m on a the look for a good local FFL that has decent transfer fee prices. The more local to DSM and small business the better.

Anyone know if there is anywhere around the state with an FDE Scar 17 in stock

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1Cuz7GZQpy/ not sure if i can post this but we are doing giveaways at our store. Stop on by.

Since you can't sell on reddit, or fb marketplace, where do you sell a piece you no longer want? Pawn shops?

With fall underway and winter on the horizon most of the outdoor shooting competitions are coming to the end for the year. Other then the few indoor USPSA opportunities that can be found on practiscore does anyone know of any indoor ranges that do their own matches/competitions? I know Midwest Shooting in Hiawatha (North of Cedar Rapids) does bowling pin shoots on the weeks in between their seasonal leagues. More of a fun thing then a serious competition.

Just a heads up for those that don't get all the news.

The following places are having open house celebrations in the month of September.

Central Iowa Impact - Boone, Iowa, Sunday September 21 staring at 10:00 AM (iirc). Giveaways and free range time including the new Bow indoor range.

Brownells 85 on 80- Grinnell, Iowa, Saturday September 27. (right off I-80 by the Grinnell exit) Typical Brownells stuff, food, prizes, etc.

Just thought people might like to know.

I'd like to try an RDB before buying. Anyone have one? I can meet you at a gun range in Central Iowa with a days notice, or a range in your area some weekend day if you're in another part of the state.

Currently trying to decide between an AP5sd and an AP5p. Be great if I could find a range rental place that has both. I saw a place in davenport does but are listed as full autos and on their site they aren't doing full auto rentals right now (I still reached out via email because I'm not really focused on the full auto part but haven't heard back)

I'm in Eastern IA but anywhere within half a days drive would be great.

Remington Rolling Block in 7mm Mauser, Winchester 94 in 45 Colt, and my Uberti Cattleman Revolver in 45 Colt.

Hi everyone! I'm going to be traveling through Iowa in August on a road trip to attend a funeral. I want to break up the monotony of the long drive (several thousand miles) by stopping off at recommended food stops, historical/scenic points of interested and public shooting ranges.

As far as food goes, I'd like to stop at places off the beaten path and offer good food you'd find from the TV show Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.

As far as the ranges go, I'm looking for ranges open to the public that offer rimfire or long range shooting. Where I am at we don't have distances greater than 300 yards so I'd like to get in some time on ranges at further distances to test my DOPE.

I'd also be interested in A) varmint hunting (prairie dog) if that's something doable in your state for an out of state resident and B) any shooting competition/matches.

I'm open to suggests anyone has for those various topics, especially food. I'd like to stay out of cities and urban areas. I haven't planned my route yet, but I intend to stay off the interstate as much as possible. I want to see America, not bypass it. I am already familiar with FOPA and traveling so my bases will be covered there.

Todays firing and cleaning victims.

Spent some time just having a bunch of fun with this little guy that I dug out of storage.

It always brings a smile to my face.

I just moved here and have been trying to trade my Walther for a Glock mos. Nobody partakes in the blue label program and it seems like nobody owns Glocks. What gives?

Im on the edge of giving up....but ou quys can help... know I keep ignoring your comments because all they do is tear me down, but I really need your help guys. I am trying to trade my Walther for a Glock mos, but it is just so hard knowing that no one supports you. I only get laughed at but now I've decided to let you guys finally help me find a Glock mos Every person that you helps me I will personally thank. if you don't help then I guess you were just one of the people who wanted to see me fail. If you realy want to help me, you would. If you don't, I won't find a Glock mos. If don't find one, I'll die. That's just what you want to see anyways Find it in your hearts to let me live a better ffe.