I might be the only person that feels this way...However I don't like hearing from the 3 older guys…read morebehind the gun counter that they all handled my firearm talking about it like a toy. My unique, high dollar purchase doesn't give you the right to touch it. Check the serial number and put it back. If it's not yours then hands off. I don't know what they've touched and I doubt they wash up. I wasn't even rude during this transaction. I said thank you and have a great day and this old guy replies "no". Unprofessional! Buy elsewhere.

I think this store is under appreciated. While the service can be slow, especially around the…read moreholidays, it is probably the best option for the serious outdoors person in my area. Good selection of inventory, good prices, and occasional sales. clothes and camping are more limited, but hunting, fishing gear is excellent.

If you need bait in the area, this is the place to go. They have everything you need for local…read morefishing. We bought leeches and caught our personal best catfish. It's a family run business out of their garage. Super friendly and I was happy to spend my money there.

From the owner: We sell live bait and strive to have what you need stocked. read more

Scam store, DO NOT place an online order with them, they will immediately deduct the money from…read moreyour checking account and then you won't hear anything. I sent 4 emails looking for an answer on where my order was, no response, I called the shop, a guy answered and said he would investigate and call me back, that was over a week ago and no answer. Spend your money elsewhere where you will receive your order.

I'm new to the Iowa area, not new too fishing. Stopped by this shop to see what they offered in way…read moreof merchandise as well as knowledge about the fishing in the area. Was really happy with the selection the pricing and all the helpful info. I'll definitely going back regularly

Hey Tom, I was at Mike Dunaway's place a couple of weeks…read moreago. Bought one of his new Destiny bows. And shot some of his four fletch arrows. I really liked the way they shot and wondered if you could make some like that? No hurry on that. As a matter of fact, I have an arrow that I kind of ruined the fletching on that I need to bring in for you to fix. I'll try to slip in some night this week and talk more about it then. Catch you later, Mark Wildin

From the owner: Traditional archery and bow hunting supplies in Des Moines; 22 yd indoor archery range.read more

Today we picked up some pickleball gear and stopped at Fuzziwigs Candy Factory within Scheels. It…read morehad a great assortment of goodies. My youngest daughter filled a bag at $12/pound...we only made it to about 1/4 of a pound. Great find in Scheels!

This place rocks! They have everything a consumer would need from a sporting goods or athletic…read moreapparel company under their roof. This was my initial visit, and now I know why Scheels has such an excellent reputation. Customer service was great, and the inventory had a range of pricing and options. I was extremely impressed and will return.

Not a bad small bait shop for ottumwa. It has all the basics you would want and some extras just in…read morecase. I was happy to see they have sunfish in stock. They had frozen shad and green worms and regular night crawlers. They say they usually have minnows and other items in stock that they happen to be out of today. They had a nice selection of large treble hooks for snagging and a good selection of weights of all shapes and sizes. The pole and reel selection was good but seamed very limited. Lots of lures and other gigs ect. If I'm in the area and need bait I'll be back for sure!

We were told about this from a friend of ours, and now my husband has a new love. It's Home Depot,…read moreWalmart, Bass Pro Shop, and Tractor Supply all in one gigantic store. We didn't have time to check out all the sections, but within an hour we walked out with a hunting folding chair, chips, beer, water, Sudafed, and shoes lol. If you want to go to a store to check out furniture, fireworks, groceries, hunting/fishing gear, Chickens, or just about anything for your home this is the store for you. All it needs is a restaurant to complete it.

This is a gigantic all-purpose store that has nearly everything--gardening, home-related products,…read morefood, clothing, fishing, hunting, water sports, birding, and keys. Clean, well-laid out, and kind staff. Our quest to have keys made found our way to staffer Bruce, who was both helpful and knowledgeable. Competitive pricing and lots of sales. The large parking lot makes it easy to visit, and they were community-oriented, with a manned local youth group donation shed located outside the exit. A Fleet Farm gas station is located at competitive prices and is located between the store and Delaware Avenue.

My family came to take photos with the Easter bunny and once we walked in we were greeted by Kate…read more She asked my kids if they wanted to partake in the scavenger hunt of the month which was finding the resting white deer. It was a fun and my kids loved the experience.

This was a really neat Bass Pro Shop! They have the cozy feeling living room setting when you walk…read morein, a huge fish tank (of course!), and a very large selection of fishing lures/equipment! Also, their clothing section is rather large and had all the great prices I usually see at my local Cabela's! On top of that, they have a restaurant and bowling alley! Unfortunately we didn't have time to stop and bowl a round.