Cycling
My close friend suggested cycling as a way to reduce my weight. Little did I know I would enjoy this new hobby so much, both as a sport and entertainment. Not only have I lost weight, my legs have become much more toned. Plus I have never slept so well. I try to go out cycling when I get home from work and it’s just the tonic to relieve the stresses of the day. When I’m back in the office I’ve found I have more confidence and a spring in my step. Given the ever increasing cost of petrol I think I’ll start cycling to work when I can and hopefully a few of my work colleagues might do too!
Uncategorized | Comment (0)Plane Spotting
Plane spotting can be a very captivating hobby for many people. But watching planes has not always been a hobby. Between 1925 and 1995 the Royal Observer Corps operated in Britain. This army of plane spotters was in charge of watching the air traffic for military and public security purposes and played a key role during the Second World War and the Cold War. However, radar technology has since replaced them. Not all the plane spotters are the same and there are many sub-groups. For many people, plane spotting is only about watching the planes taking off and landing during an afternoon walk around an airport or an airfield. They just have a fascination for planes and enjoy watching them fly. Go to the viewing park on the northern side of Manchester Airport to see just how many people where are at weekends. It can be perfect for a family day out and the endless stream of aircraft can keep the kids captivated for hours. Other plane spotters derive enjoyment from recording the registration codes of the airplanes. A special category of plane spotters are the photographers. They enjoy taking pictures of as many aircraft types as possible.
Uncategorized | Comment (0)Making Crystals
Making crystals is a simple process and can be done using ingredients from your local hardware shop. It doesn’t require a lot of equipment or use of factory machines. Plus it can help introduce young people to the wonders of chemistry and stimulate their scientific minds! Crystals are solid materials with molecules, ions and atoms that are arranged in certain patterns. The patterns repeat themselves throughout the molecular structure of crystal. Each and every crystal therefore has a definite lattice pattern and they can grow, even though they are not a living thing. The process of growth is called as ‘crystallization’ and growth can occur in just a few days.
Uncategorized | Comment (0)Building Sand Castles
Building sand castles is not just an airy pastime. Building sand castles can be quite fun and can involve proper techniques and tools. It can be the first stepping stone towards creating more complex creations. Sand sculpting as an art form has gained in popularity and so if you go about creating art on the beach there is less likely of you being frowned upon. Instead, your art will receive some admirable stares! Start by mixing the water and sand together and build the tower by casting the sand in a bucket. Then build a base, tower, walls and even mini towers. The possibilities are endless. Decorate the castle with seaweeds and seashells for extra effect.
Uncategorized | Comment (0)Noodling
Noodling, also known as Hand Fishing, can be traced back to the American Indians who used this method to catch fish for survival. It’s the art of using your bare hands to catch catfish. It’s cheap and doesn’t require any equipment such as rods or nets. Just wade into the water and put your hand down a catfish hole. Wiggle your fingers as bait and the catfish will swim out for you to grab. Some catfish can weigh up to 100 pounds. However don’t go noodling alone as there can be numerous dangers associated with the hobby including severe cuts, bruises and loss of fingers, not to mention other attacks from aquatic life. The hobby is only practiced in the USA where it’s legal in 13 states and done mostly in the Midwest and Southern states.
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