‘Iowa Paper Trail’ returns for a second year

Date:2025-08-04 22:31:08 Category:US Views:1 Comment:0

DES MOINES, Iowa — Stationary enthusiasts rejoice — the Iowa Paper Trail is back.

Now in its second year, nine independent stationery shops are encouraging you to take a trip across the state this summer to pick up a notebook, pen, greeting card or a sticker.

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You can pick up a passport at any participating store and a purchase is required to receive a stamp. Those who complete the entire passport by September 30th will be entered into a drawing to receive a grand prize with items from every shop.

Pro-tip: make a day out of your visit to Warm Wishes in Jefferson, by checking out all the town’s different attractions — which we highlighted during our On Location series earlier this summer.\