tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4134079613354821182024-03-05T10:58:43.856-08:00Cedar Valley Firearms Training BlogI'm here to help future CCW permit holders in the state of Iowa with advice on how to carry, what to carry and where to get training.Jason Vetterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14970355548617509304noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-413407961335482118.post-69736961450103275402017-03-23T08:48:00.000-07:002017-07-31T18:56:01.460-07:00Why should you get your training from CVFT rather than other online companies?<div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 16px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">
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<li style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">I'm actually FROM Iowa and understand Iowa law. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">(not from Virginia or Maryland like the other online courses) I </span><b style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: medium;">CARE</b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: small;"> about getting you the right information about our laws.</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">We actually cover Iowa law in the course. It's the <b>ONLY </b>online class that does! (And you'd better know Iowa law so you don't get caught with a gun where you're not supposed to have it.)</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">My course covers material about concealed carry techniques for both men and women, <b>the others don't</b>.</span></li>
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<li style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">My course covers what to look for when buying a handgun.</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">My course offers <b>printable materials</b> that you can take with you to review.</span></li>
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<li style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">I make myself available to my students for questions both by email and by phone during and AFTER you take the course. You won't get a person that was hired to just take phone calls but doesn't really know anything about guns and Iowa law on the line when you call like you do with the other online classes. I'm the only one that takes calls for CVFT!</span></li>
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<li style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">All sheriff's accept my course without question! (Some even recommend it!)</span></li>
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<li style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">I give my students resources for additional training.</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">My course takes longer than an hour to complete. Yes, this is a benefit because I actually offer a LOT MORE FOR YOUR MONEY in my course both in information about carrying a weapon and in resources that you can take with you after the course!</span></li>
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<li style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I have a TON of very satisfied customers! Don't believe me? Check out the<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span></span><a href="http://www.cedarvalleyfirearmstraining.com/testimonials" style="color: #551a8b; text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">Course Testimonials page</span></a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">!</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana";">There are more great reasons to take by course, but honestly, the biggest reason is that I'm here to assist my fellow Iowans get the best online training for their money and CVFT is the ONLY option for that!</span>Jason Vetterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14970355548617509304noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-413407961335482118.post-68626107477450320222013-11-23T14:38:00.001-08:002013-11-23T14:38:44.233-08:00CVFT More than just a BORING video and a certificate...I get countless emails and posting on forums that ask me why my course is better than the other "cheaper" courses that people can take on the web. The answer is simple. QUALITY! Yes this course cost more, but it is SO much more than just a 30-45 minute video with a 10 question quiz at the end. The Cedar Valley Firearms Training Online Permit to Carry Weapons course has countless resources for each participant that they can take with well beyond any 45 minute video course. Plus I offer bonus material that if you have interest in a particular area, you can venture off on your own. My online class covers the same material that I offer in my face to face classes plus the added benefit of starting and stopping as much as you would like. People with busy schedules LOVE MY ONLINE COURSE! Here's one of those customer's comments.<br />
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"Course went smoothly, I do like the fact that I was able to split it into two sessions as I have been very busy. Overall I see nothing to add to the course. I really like the suggestions you had in the last module to advance and continue training." Joseph H.<br />
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"I enjoyed it overall as it was something I could complete at my own pace. It was nice to be able to take a break and really think about things for a while. I think it will help with retention." Lyle D.<br />
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So if you're serious about taking an online class to get your Iowa Permit to Carry Weapons, make sure you take it from a REAL course, and not one of the many OUT OF STATE (did I mention all most other online classes are out of state businesses?) SIT AND WATCH THIS BORING VIDEO courses that are out there. I've got TONS of very satisfied customers that were glad that they did take their course from Cedar Valley Firearms Training. Here are some comments from a few more!<br />
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"I thought the course was very thorough. I had a co-worker take the face to face training and we compared our experiences. I feel like I learned more from the online course taking it at my own speed than what she learned in the 3-4 hours training that she received in person. I was able to absorb the information and take my time reading and understanding all of the information. I'm glad that I did the online course instead of attending an in person training." Jennifer T.<br />
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"Very informative. Glad I took your course over the cheaper less informative ones that others I know have taken." Caitlin J.<br />
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"I really enjoyed this class. I'm glad I found a high quality class that I could take online. I had heard about online classes that only took a few hours to complete and that cost less, but after doing some research, I quickly discovered those classes weren't going to teach me as much. I took a lot of knowledge away from this class. I appreciated the videos because it breaks up the reading. I also enjoyed the link to the article about CCW for women." Carissa O.Jason Vetterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14970355548617509304noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-413407961335482118.post-17924048636419974062013-10-01T14:49:00.000-07:002013-11-23T14:49:26.424-08:00CVFT - The ONLINE class that Iowa Sheriffs recommend!I ask every student how they heard about my online class and it is amazing to me how many of them tell me that they were sent to me BY THEIR SHERIFF! I've had also several sheriffs tell me that they appreciate that I the course that I've developed is much more comprehensive course than the others that are being offered on the web. Sheriffs also LOVE that there is a real person that my students can talk to if they have questions. Sheriffs also LOVE that I also teach IOWA LAW within my course, something that NO OTHER ONLINE COURSE TEACHES!!!! So if you're looking for a course that IS GUARANTEED to be accepted by your sheriff, and that is more than a BORING video, <a href="http://online.cedarvalleyfirearmstraining.com/">Cedar Valley Firearms Training online course</a> is your ONLY answer!Jason Vetterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14970355548617509304noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-413407961335482118.post-63333320181294506222013-07-01T07:52:00.000-07:002013-11-23T14:50:02.198-08:00More satisfied customers!I get tons of great comments from my customers about my course and here are a few more!<br />
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"I felt this was an awesome experience. I have been outdoors hunting/using firearms with my uncle since I was 12 and I thought I knew just about everything there was to know until I started reading the information within the course. I learned a lot of information which I'm very thankful for; to not only continue being safe around firearms, but also keep me out of trouble with the law." -- Austin <br />
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"Excellent course. Objectives were clearly presented at the beginning of each module, information focused on the objectives, and testing questions were directly taken from the teaching materials. There was a balance between written information and video presentations. The video was high quality and professionally prepared. Well worth the time and money!" -- John <br />
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"I can honestly say that I was a little skeptical at first about completing my permit to carry course online. Once i did the first module, I saw that I would definitely learn other valuable things from taking this course. I liked watching the videos especially the ones that showed professional shooters and them giving tips on how to improve your accuracy and just their overall advice. Thanks again!" -- Hector<br />
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"I really enjoyed the course material and I found it to be very informative and knowledgeable. Since I am fairly new to the gun world, other than going to the practice range with family members, I took this course to expand my understanding of Iowa’s gun laws and regulations and plan on becoming as avid in the sport as many members of my family are. I can’t wait to join them! Thank you for the great course!" -- Corey<br />
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This is just a small example of the positive feedback I receive from people that take my class. And it's not just older or younger folks taking my class. I've had 20 to 70 year olds take it! If you're on the fence about taking my course over others, trust me, you won't be disappointed no matter what your experience is or how old you are.Jason Vetterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14970355548617509304noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-413407961335482118.post-58418810049383205772012-12-27T21:30:00.002-08:002012-12-27T21:30:30.988-08:00People Love Cedar Valley Firearms Training - See for Yourself!<br />
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"I liked the course. I think it was very well laid out with the different modules focusing on different areas in logical progression. I also liked having the videos and web links, etc. incorporated as well. Far better than just sitting and reading page after page of text! I particularly liked the last module with focus on additional training and resources, as I think this is an extremely important topic and it was good to get some exposure to places to get more info. I bookmarked a lot of the links, so thanks for the effort to put this information together. Overall, I'd have to say I was very pleased with the course, and would definitely recommend to others." -- Randy</blockquote>
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"I have found that this course is a lot more in depth than what my friend attended in person. They did not even discuss the Iowa laws there, and while it was challenging for me, I did appreciate taking it over again so that I know I have a basic understanding of how Iowa permit to carry laws are.</blockquote>
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At first, I was going to attend a face to face class when they came to town at the end of the month, and although skeptical at first of an online permit to carry class, I decided to do it this route as it fits my schedule better. And I am very happy that I did! All the resources are very valuable and will help ensure that I have received the best training I can get as of now!</blockquote>
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I will be sure to pass along a reference to anybody who is looking into obtaining an Iowa permit to carry, as I believe this was the most informative and also the most "bang for the buck" option, even though it was the same cost as a face to face class, but I feel I have learned much more here than I would have there." -- Keegan</blockquote>
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"Good job fellow educator! Like the testimonials said (I shopped around before choosing this course) the content was well rounded and not shaped by off-the-wall stories and questions you might hear in a live classroom. (My brother told me about his experience...) I think the videos were very informative. I look forward to getting back to a range to check my grip." -- James</blockquote>
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"I found the course to be very informative and thought provoking. The information was very well organized and supported by numerous links and outside resources. Although I have been a hunter and gun enthusiast for many years, I learned a great deal about gun laws, safety, etc. As you state at the beginning of the course, read and study all of the materials. It's well worth the effort." -- Douglas</blockquote>
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Jason Vetterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14970355548617509304noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-413407961335482118.post-10329738530556558392011-10-25T20:14:00.000-07:002011-10-25T20:18:24.556-07:00More Happy Customers!I just wanted to share a couple of email messages that I've received from happy customers about my course. This is one from a husband that had his wife take my class recently.<br />
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<i>"Just wanted to give you some feedback on your online course. My <span class="il">wife</span> took your online a few weeks ago and I was impressed with the course content and structure.</i></blockquote>
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new to pistols, I actually believe she got <b>more </b>out of the online
course than she would have gotten in attending an actual class.
Sometimes I think a physical class gets sidetracked on stories about
this and that and the attendees, especially those new to pistols and
CCW, lose focus on the actual content and purpose of the class. Not to
mention that individuals' attention spans vary. This course allowed her
to complete sections at her pace.</i><i><br /></i><i>She received her permit within one week of submitting it to the sheriff's office.</i></blockquote>
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well organized material and I hope it is successful for you. I have
recommended it to several of my friends who were interested in obtaining
a CCW permit but for whatever reason have been reluctant to attend a face-to-face class.</i><i><br /></i><i>-- Steve"</i></blockquote>
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And another one from a woman that took my course a few months back...<br />
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did enjoy all the links to the articles about the different ways to
carry concealed. Especially the article from a woman’s perspective. It
gave me a lot of information that I had never even previously
considered. For example, making sure that you are only wearing
clothes/bags/ etc. that you would wear regardless of whether or not you
were carrying a gun. That it was important to be comfortable and
confident. If you were wearing something simply because it conceals
well, you may look more awkward and out of place, which might draw more
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I began looking into it, I realized that carrying for a woman is
definitely a totally different ball of wax and I will need to really get
‘hands-on’ when purchasing my equipment. It appears there is a wide
variety and unless it works and it comfortable, I will not be likely to
utilize it. I was also able to come up with pros/cons of carrying on
the person or in a bag. I think that is an important discussion. I
think carrying in a purse is better than nothing, but it does present
problems that need to be thought through before attempting to do that. I
think had I not had the information presented, I would have simply
opted for this rather than realizing that I did have good options for
carrying on my person. So, I think that was a good article to include.</i></blockquote>
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</i>Jason Vetterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14970355548617509304noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-413407961335482118.post-25164588776134001742011-09-24T10:15:00.000-07:002011-09-24T16:02:12.295-07:00Shopping for an Online Iowa Permit to Carry Course? BUYER BEWARE!It's amazing that over the last 6 months how many other online courses have become available. They offer "discount" pricing and <b>empty </b>promises that their course is being accepted by <b>ALL</b> Iowa Sheriffs. The funny thing about this is that these companies aren't even from Iowa. They don't know Iowans and they CERTAINLY don't know <b>how seriously we take our new law!</b> They don't even know that Iowa does not have a "concealed carry permit", Iowa's permit is a<b> Permit to Carry Weapons</b>. There is a difference! They claim that you can get through their material in 65 minutes, or an hour, but what are they really teaching you?<b> Do you learn about Iowa law? NO!!!</b> Do you learn about concealed carry techniques? NO!!!! Do they give you resources that you can take with you? NO! Do you learn about carry options like...<br />
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When looking for the <b>BEST </b>online Iowa Permit to Carry course option, make sure you take this into consideration! Take your course from <a href="http://www.cedarvalleyfirearmstraining.com/">Cedar Valley Firearms Training</a>! I'm FROM Iowa, I know Iowa and I offer you MORE FOR YOUR MONEY! Don't believe me? Check out these<a href="http://www.cedarvalleyfirearmstraining.com/testimonials"> testimonials from Iowans</a> that have taken my course. </div>
Jason Vetterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14970355548617509304noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-413407961335482118.post-29606169605146440182011-04-10T19:05:00.000-07:002011-04-10T19:05:25.536-07:00The quest for the everyday carry flashlight - Fenix PD31I've been looking for a nice carry flashlight for a while now, but really hadn't found the perfect one. The light that I want has to be small enough to fit in my pocket, at least 180 lumens, a strobe feature was highly desired as well as the ability to take rechargeable batteries. I looked long and hard at the AA ones that were out on the market and although they were a nice size, to get the lumens I was looking for I had to go with a model that took two AAs, and I felt that was getting a bit too long. I found the Streamlight ProTac 1 and 2AA models and thought the 1AA model was the perfect size, but wasn't nearly bright enough. I then looked at the ProTac 2L version and it had everything I was looking for, except for the rechargeable batteries. I almost pulled the trigger on it anyway, then I was advised to look at another brand from one of my friends that is a police officer...<br />
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And that brand was <a href="http://www.fenixlight.com/newping.asp">Fenix</a>! So I started doing some research and found some great reviews on several of their lights on YouTube. It seems that lots of people are happy with their lights and my friend said he LOVED his <a href="http://www.fenixlight.com/viewproduct.asp?id=98">TA21 </a>which had ALL of the features that I wanted, but is certainly isn't small enough to put in your pocket!<br />
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So I started to looking for a smaller flashlight that might possibly fill my needs. I started finding information about their "PD" series and found the <a href="http://www.fenixlight.com/viewproduct.asp?id=110">PD10</a>, <a href="http://www.fenixlight.com/viewproduct.asp?id=111">PD20 </a>and <a href="http://www.fenixlight.com/viewproduct.asp?id=115">PD30</a>. All three of these flashlights met my requirements for 180 lumens, which is pretty amazing despite the small size of the PD10 and PD20. The PD10 was out, because it had no strobe. The PD 20 and 30 both had enough lumens, were both small enough to fit in my pocket and both had a strobe feature. I was leaning towards the PD30, just because it is rated at 257 lumens! The only problem was that it only used CR123s not the rechargeable 18650 Li-ion battery. I was wanting one that could use both like the TA21. Then I found the PD31!<br />
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The <a href="http://www.fenixlight.com/viewproduct.asp?id=137">PD31</a> is a limited edition flashlight from Fenix that is about the same length (2mm longer) and about the same diameter (2.5mm larger) as the PD30. The PD31 is rated at 304 lumens, nearly 50 lumens more than the PD30! It also takes the rechargeable 18650 Li-ion battery, which accounts for it's larger diameter, and CR123s. It has a "general mode" which is accessed by turning the bezel counter-clockwise which will allows you to throw a beam of light at 2, 67, 124 lumens and an SOS mode at 124 lumens by taping the tail cap switch. Then if you tighten the the bezel ring, and click the tail cap switch, you get the "turbo" mode which is an amazing 304 lumens! Tap it again, and you get a strobe at 304 lumens. To be honest, it's pretty impressive.<br />
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Although this light has a higher lumen output than the TA21, it does not throw the light as far as the TA21. The TA21 is rated to throw over 200m and the PD31 is rated at just 140m. This is because the beam is not quite as focused as the TA21. The PD31 is a more of a flood than a spot. The PD31 also does not have a momentary tail cap switch, it is a click switch, but it's not considered by Fenix a tactical light. That is covered by their TK and TA series lights.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">PD31 with 18650 Li-ion and CR123s</td></tr>
</tbody></table>Overall I am VERY impressed with the PD31. It has all of the features I was looking for in a pocket light although some may find it too big. I've included some pictures of the PD31 compared to the TA21. Let me know what you think.Jason Vetterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14970355548617509304noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-413407961335482118.post-54636527219626290902011-04-09T20:23:00.000-07:002011-04-09T20:52:40.196-07:00Don't be fooled into taking another online training course to get your Iowa Permit to Carry Weapons!I've been doing some research into some other sites that offer ONLINE training to get your Iowa Permit to Carry Weapons and what I've found is amazing!<br />
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Number one... Cedar Valley Firearms Training is the ONLY company that is housed here in the state of Iowa. All of the others are "out of state" companies are from Virginia, Colorado, and Maryland, and NONE that I've found COVER IOWA LAW!<br />
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Number two... If you visit many of these sites you'll also notice that they state up front that their training ISN'T accepted by many of the Iowa sheriffs. Some of them state that only about ONE FOURTH of the counties in Iowa accept their training! That is NOT the case with Cedar Valley Firearms Training. I have YET to be denied by ANY sheriff's department in the state of Iowa! As a matter of fact, I have MANY Iowa sheriffs that are recommending my course as the ONLY online option that they are accepting! <br />
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Number three... most of these courses take the term "basic" to the extreme! They are ONLY covering about 90 min or less of material on the different parts of a handgun, how to clean it, and how to take a sight picture. Wow! Nothing about what to carry, how to carry, choosing a handgun, IOWA LAW, where you can and CANNOT carry in Iowa, interacting with police and options for further training like you will find in the Cedar Valley Firearms - Basic Pistol Online Course.<br />
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Number four.... For most courses out there you cannot contact any instructor if you have questions! That's not what you'll find with the Cedar Valley Firearms Training - Basic Pistol Course. I make myself available to ALL of my students so they can ask questions either by phone or by email EVEN AFTER THE COURSE IS COMPLETE! I have several of my students that have contacted me to further their training or for advice on what to purchase for their concealed carry gear. I'm here to answer your questions!<br />
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And the most amazing thing is, MOST OF THEM COST THE SAME AMOUNT OF MONEY! I guess when it comes to other courses out there you AREN'T getting what you pay for.<br />
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Don't be fooled by other online firearms training courses. The other companies out there are just wanting to take your money and leave you with nothing more than a certificate and a bunch of questions. Take your course from Cedar Valley Firearms Training and rest assured you've taken your class from an IOWAN that is here to help!Jason Vetterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14970355548617509304noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-413407961335482118.post-9697646838077593552011-03-31T18:51:00.000-07:002011-03-31T18:51:50.489-07:00Face to face training this weekend in Cedar Falls!I have some openings for a face-to-face Basic Pistol class that I'm offering this weekend at <a href="http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&q=Blackhawk%20Sprinklers">Blackhawk Sprinklers</a>. The class starts at noon and will go till 4pm on Saturday, April 2nd. If you'd like a spot, email me at instructor@cedarvalleyfirearmstraining.com and I'll save one for you!Jason Vetterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14970355548617509304noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-413407961335482118.post-77906907869271033532011-02-26T21:05:00.000-08:002011-02-26T21:06:11.499-08:00At the Waterloo Gunshow this WeekendCome on by to see me this weekend at the Waterloo gunshow!<br />
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I've been spreading the word about getting an Iowa Permit to Carry Weapons this weekend and have talked to a bunch of great people. I've also been pushing people to get involved with the NRA and the Iowa Firearms Coalition so we can keep this right and work to streangthen it!<br />
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I've also seen some great deals on guns, so if you haven't checked it out, you should! <a href="http://www.gunshows-usa.com/images/Banners/On%20Target/Coupon%20Page.htm">Here's a link to get $1 off of admission. </a>Jason Vetterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14970355548617509304noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-413407961335482118.post-32069607397637283162011-02-08T06:36:00.000-08:002011-02-08T06:36:34.267-08:00Linn County OFFICIALLY Accepts CVFT Online Training!I just received a call from the Linn county sheriff's departmant and they have <strong>officially</strong> stated that they will accept the CVFT Basic Pistol Online Course as training to get an Iowa Permit to Carry Weapons!Jason Vetterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14970355548617509304noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-413407961335482118.post-48881390247349737812011-02-01T20:47:00.000-08:002011-02-02T12:39:16.374-08:00Online training for Iowa Permit to Carry Weapons finally being accepted!In this recent interview, Linn county sheriff, Brian Gardner, finally admits that he and other sheriffs WILL TAKE ONLINE TRAINING if the offered training is "interactive" between the student and instructor of the class. Well guess what! The Cedar Valley Firearms Training Basic Pistol Online Course is the ONLY online training that is interactive between the instructor, <a href="https://sites.google.com/site/cedarvalleyfirearmstraining/information">Jason Vetter</a>, and the student taking the class. DON'T BE FOOLED by other "out of state" online training groups that state that the students are interacting with their "certified" instructors, because you may be out not only your money, but also your time!<br />
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If you'd like to see/hear what Linn county sheriff, Brian Gardner, has to say on the subject, here's the link! <a href="http://www.kcrg.com/news/tothepoint/To-The-Point-State-Gun-Law-Cedar-Rapids-Crime-and-Camera-Revenue-113307529.html">http://www.kcrg.com/news/tothepoint/To-The-Point-State-Gun-Law-Cedar-Rapids-Crime-and-Camera-Revenue-113307529.html</a> At about -19:50 in he states what Iowa sheriffs will accept for online training.Jason Vetterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14970355548617509304noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-413407961335482118.post-9767458130910048272011-01-15T20:51:00.000-08:002011-02-01T20:55:01.818-08:00Updated FAQ for CVFT Basic Pistol ONLINE ClassI've updated the FAQ for the CVFT Basic Pistol Online Course. Check out the statement about sheriffs only accepting the CVFT online class because students can interact with me (Jason Vetter) and ask questions! <a href="http://www.cedarvalleyfirearmstraining.com/courses/online-course-faq">http://www.cedarvalleyfirearmstraining.com/courses/online-course-faq</a>Jason Vetterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14970355548617509304noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-413407961335482118.post-32823515972973189662011-01-02T12:00:00.000-08:002011-02-01T20:53:35.353-08:00Concealed Carry for Women?ABSOLUTELY! I often get into discussions with women thinking about getting their permit. Most of the time I get comments like:<br />
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"I don't feel the need to carry" or "my husband has his permit" or just "I feel safe".<br />
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I believe that this way of thinking is dangerous. I mean, of course, I even feel safe most of the time. That's why I live where I do. If I didn't feel safe, then I'd go somewhere I did feel safe. But just because you "feel" safe doesn't mean that you are. The problem is that bad people are real, and bad things can happen anywhere! Would you take out the fire alarms in your house because you don't think it can happen to you? Of course not!<br />
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If your husband has his permit, you probably feel safer, but what if your husband isn't there? Who will protect you or your children. I don't know about you, but I'm not with my wife all of the time. I wish I could be, but that's impossible. Be responsible for your own safety!<br />
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The last statement of "I feel safe" is the one that gets me. You feel safe now, but what if you get get threatened while at work, or you find someone is stalking you on FaceBook. What will you do then? Yes, you can then get your permit, but it can take days, even weeks to get through training and then to get your permit from your local sheriff's office. Do you really want to wait to get your permit until you need it?<br />
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With training, CVFT has you covered! What's nice about taking an online course is that you can take it anytime! I even have an article in my course that discusses concealed carry options for women. And if you need your certificate fast, I can (and will) send you a digital version to you in email if you need it quickly.<br />
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My advice, get your training and then apply for your permit even if you may think you don't need it. You may need or want to be able to carry someday and if you don't already have your permit, it's too late.Jason Vetterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14970355548617509304noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-413407961335482118.post-88575047576465728202011-01-01T20:06:00.000-08:002011-02-01T20:55:58.070-08:00New FAQ about the CVFT Basic Pistol CourseI've created a Frequently Asked Question (FAQ) about my Basic Pistol Course consisting of questions I get about the course. <a href="http://www.cedarvalleyfirearmstraining.com/courses/online-course-faq">http://www.cedarvalleyfirearmstraining.com/courses/online-course-faq</a> If you have any other questions about the course, you can email those questions to <a href="mailto:instructor@cedarvalleyfirearmstraining.com">instructor@cedarvalleyfirearmstraining.com</a>.Jason Vetterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14970355548617509304noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-413407961335482118.post-35385054726365651102010-12-28T08:00:00.000-08:002011-01-01T20:49:24.830-08:00Misconceptions about an online courseI caught this on one of the Iowa forums recently that was talking about the CVFT Basic Pistol Course. There were some stating that a face-to-face class had more interaction and opportunities to ask questions. This is one (of many) misconceptions about an online course, the lack of student/teacher interaction. Here was my response.<br />
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<i>"Hello everyone! My name is Jason Vetter and I am the instructor and owner of the Cedar Valley Firearms Training, Basic Pistol Course online class.</i><br />
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<i>Just so you know, there is a way to contact me in my class via email or phone if you have a question. The "not being able to ask questions" issue is one misconception about my online class when comparing it to a face-to-face class. Also when a student asks a question, I often make that a part of the class so everyone can benefit from it. As long as we're comparing a face to face class to an online class, one of the biggest benefits of the online class is the ability to take the course at your own pace, at the time that is convenient to you. Now I'm not saying my class is better than anyone else's class. I would never do that. What I am saying is that if the format for the class fits you needs, don't hesitate to take it. I have several happy customers!</i><br />
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<i>If anyone has any further questions about the CVFT Basic Pistol course, please feel free to contact me at instructor@cedarvalleyfirearmstraining.com or visit my website at <a href="http://www.cedarvalleyfirearmstraining.com/" s"="">http://www.cedarvalleyfirearmstraining.com</a>."</i>Jason Vetterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14970355548617509304noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-413407961335482118.post-42278351808094147432010-12-27T20:32:00.000-08:002011-01-01T20:49:47.932-08:00More positive responses about my course!Here are a couple of gentlemen that were pleased after taking Cedar Valley Firearms Training Basic Pistol Course. This is what they had to say...<br />
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<i>"When I first heard you could do it on the net, I was kind of thinking are you kidding me? That will be easy. Needless to say I'm glad I was challenged! The website was great! I will definitely recommend this to my buddies." Ryan H.</i><br />
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"Well organized & easy to navigate. Good to see some Iowa specific content included, I don't think all of the out of state trainers that flooded in to Iowa recently care about including Iowa content." Steve M. </i><br />
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Now for that second comment, I don't know what the trainers from out of state are doing, but I can state in my course, we do cover the Iowa law!Jason Vetterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14970355548617509304noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-413407961335482118.post-34316573965543993462010-12-21T19:36:00.000-08:002011-01-01T20:50:21.248-08:00Have some great feedback from the online course!<div><span style="font-size: small;">Here's some feedback that I've received for the Cedar Valley Firearms Training Basic Pistol Online course. </span></div><div></div><div><span style="font-size: small;"><i>"Awesome....easy to navigate" James C. </i></span></div><div><span style="font-size: small;"><i><br />
</i></span></div><div><span style="font-size: small;"><i>"The course was very easy to navigate. Instructions were clear. Thank you!" Michaela R.</i></span></div><div><span style="font-size: small;"><i><br />
</i></span></div><div><span style="font-size: small;"><i>"Great format for the course. Easy to use web site. Allows students to work at their own pace. Very in depth coverage of the new law regarding concealed carry. It covers all necessary material in an evening or two at home--no need to burn a weekend for the same information!" David R. </i></span></div><div><span style="font-size: small;"><i><br />
</i></span></div><div><span style="font-size: small;"><i>"Went well, covers all the basics." Mike R. </i></span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;"><b><br />
</b></span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;"><b><a href="http://www.cedarvalleyfirearmstraining.com/courses">Don't wait! Sign up now!</a></b></span></div>Jason Vetterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14970355548617509304noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-413407961335482118.post-73883130681731467552010-11-30T18:03:00.000-08:002010-11-30T18:03:04.131-08:00New Online CCW Course for IowaWe have just released the first (and only) online Basic Pistol Course which will meet the requirements of SF2379 to get your Iowa Concealed Carry Permit come January 1, 2011! Check it out at <a href="http://www.cedarvalleyfirearmstraining.com/">http://www.cedarvalleyfirearmstraining.com/</a> or you can get directly to the course by going to <a href="http://cvftonline.com/">http://cvftonline.com/</a>. Hope to see you there!Jason Vetterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14970355548617509304noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-413407961335482118.post-69952535307220980732010-08-11T20:07:00.000-07:002010-08-11T20:11:46.341-07:00Welcome to CVFT Blog!This is the firs in a series of blogs dealing with getting a CCW license and training in the state of Iowa. My goal is to keep everyone abreast of what's out there for the average everyday person that wants to get an Iowa concealed weapons license. Topics will include training, gun selection, videos, equipment recommendations, equipment reviews and anything else that I think might interest you. So sit back and enjoy the ride!Jason Vetterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14970355548617509304noreply@blogger.com0