All in all, Iowa is a great place to live. But like any other place, there are a some things here you’ll want to steer clear of. Whether you live in Iowa, are thinking of moving here, or are just planning a visit, these are the things you should avoid if at all possible.
- Going out in the summer without sunscreen.
R Kurtz/Flickr You will inevitably end up with a farmer’s tan.
- Going out in the winter without gloves.
Jennifer Adams/FLickr You will instantly regret it. You don’t know how nice fingers are to have until yours are too frozen to move.
- Going hiking in the fall without wearing bright clothing.
Ken Bosma/FLickr You’re likely to be mistaken for a deer…and that would make for a REALLY bad day.
- Going for a backroads drive across the Iowa countryside without filling up first.
Louis/Flickr There are spots in Iowa where you can drive for miles and miles without seeing another person, and gas stations can be few and far between.
- Going to the Iowa State Fair when you’re on a diet.
Phil Roeder/Flickr Because it’s impossible to say no to a fried Snickers.
- Driving too fast on gravel.
alamosbasement/Flickr This is a life lesson we Iowans learn early.
- Or driving on wet gravel.
Thirteen of Clubs/Flickr This is even worse - avoid it at all costs!
- Letting your tires go bald.
Joseph/Flickr Bad tread means it’s even worse when you have to drive on ice and snow. Get out a penny and check those treads!
- Driving in the winter.
Andrew Ciscel/Wikimedia Commons When it snows, people just forget how to drive. If you can avoid being out during this, please do.
- Getting caught without a tornado plan.
©UCAR/Flickr People may enjoy watching the storm, but it’s important to know when to call it quits and head to safety. Have a safe place to ride out the storm - and a few emergency supplies are always a good idea, too.
- Getting stuck behind slow moving farm equipment.
Michael Kappel/Flickr There’s nothing worse than driving on the highway, and then having to slow down for a line of cars going 25 mph because they’re stuck behind a piece of farm equipment. Hope you’re not in a hurry!
- Buying into the stereotype that Iowa is boring.
natron_bomb/Flickr We have so much more to offer than most people expect. Whether you call this place to home, or are just passing through, there’s no reason to ever be bored in Iowa.
What do you think, Iowa? What are some other things people in our lovely state should stay away from if they can?
R Kurtz/Flickr
You will inevitably end up with a farmer’s tan.
Jennifer Adams/FLickr
You will instantly regret it. You don’t know how nice fingers are to have until yours are too frozen to move.
Ken Bosma/FLickr
You’re likely to be mistaken for a deer…and that would make for a REALLY bad day.
Louis/Flickr
There are spots in Iowa where you can drive for miles and miles without seeing another person, and gas stations can be few and far between.
Phil Roeder/Flickr
Because it’s impossible to say no to a fried Snickers.
alamosbasement/Flickr
This is a life lesson we Iowans learn early.
Thirteen of Clubs/Flickr
This is even worse - avoid it at all costs!
Joseph/Flickr
Bad tread means it’s even worse when you have to drive on ice and snow. Get out a penny and check those treads!
Andrew Ciscel/Wikimedia Commons
When it snows, people just forget how to drive. If you can avoid being out during this, please do.
©UCAR/Flickr
People may enjoy watching the storm, but it’s important to know when to call it quits and head to safety. Have a safe place to ride out the storm - and a few emergency supplies are always a good idea, too.
Michael Kappel/Flickr
There’s nothing worse than driving on the highway, and then having to slow down for a line of cars going 25 mph because they’re stuck behind a piece of farm equipment. Hope you’re not in a hurry!
natron_bomb/Flickr
We have so much more to offer than most people expect. Whether you call this place to home, or are just passing through, there’s no reason to ever be bored in Iowa.
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