Other Recreation

Sometimes it just makes more sense to pee standing up.

Sure, you don't think this is a problem you'll have any time soon, but the future is closer than you think. And when you find yourself in space, you're going to want to know how to Do It. Here's...

The object of shooting a pistol is to hit the target. No matter what type of shooting you do, the end result should always be to place the rounds exactly where you aim. This results in better...

Finding a soccer coach to lead a team might at first seem a rather straightforward proposition. A coach must posses not only knowledge of the sport itself but also have the ability to relate to...

All runners know that finishing second is worse than coming in last. That's why runners are always trying to improve their sprinting speed. With a little training, time commitment and dedication,...

Badminton can provide a great cardiovascular workout in addition to being a fun pastime. As with many sports, the quality of your equipment can make all the difference. A badminton racket needs...

Airsoft is a complex game that involves action, strategy, stealth, and accurate shooting. Becoming good at Airsoft requires a lot of practice, but there are many ways you can improve your game...

Children with special needs should not be left out of the time-honored childhood tradition of riding a bicycle. Fewer than 20 percent autistic children and ten percent of children with Down...

Yes, how to enjoy Snuba diving. That's not a misprint. Snuba diving is an activity that combines snorkeling and scuba diving. Hence, the name Snuba diving. Snuba diving allows divers to breath...

This article will teach you how to impress all of your friends by doing a flip on a trampoline.

Recreation softball is one of the most popular sports in the United States, and is played on a variety of skill levels. When you're running a tournament, there are many factors to consider when it...

Softballs are made in a wide variety of ways, and differ dramatically in terms of how they will react when struck with a bat. When choosing a ball, there many factors to consider, including the...

Andromeda is a spiral galaxy 2.3 million light years from Earth, making it the closest galaxy to our Milky Way. Andromeda is 100,000 light years in diameter and contains 400 billion stars. It is...

Starting your own non-profit summer camp can be a very rewarding endeavor, but it will take some hard work and dedication to do it. There are many aspects of a summer camp that you will have to...

Swimming is a fun activity that brings hours of joy, valuable exercise and a measure of extra safety to kids. Most people have fond memories of summers spent at the pool or local swimming hole....

Riding all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) is a popular outdoor sport for people of all ages. One of the more fun things to do on ATVs is to find ATV trails to ride. These trails are usually located in...

If you appreciate the taste of barbecued meat, you know there is no substitute for a high-quality grill. Many of these grills are expensive, but you can build your own using an empty propane fuel...

Mountain biking is a fun, low-impact activity that also can provide sensible transportation. Using a bike to commute or take night trail rides could present the need for a light -- to see and be...

If you appreciate the taste of barbecued meat, whether it be chicken, beef or pork, then you understand the importance of having a good-quality barbecue pit. Barbecue pits are essentially large...

In essence, the steps toward becoming an airsoft sniper are the same as those to become a real sniper. The basic skills are the same: good marksmanship, attention to detail, patience. The sniper...

Airsoft is a similar sport to some styles of paintball, usually pitting teams against each other in a wilderness or open area with structures that approximates a war zone. Airsoft snipers are...

Anyone can plan a miniature golf course, but it takes careful planning and creativity to design a course that is challenging, playable and structurally sound. A good miniature golf course is one...

Lifeguard training can be specialized for a variety of specific areas such as, lifeguard training instruction, water park lifeguard work, waterfront lifeguard work, and lifeguard...

In 1993 snowboarders were looking for a way to enjoy the mountain ski resorts when there was no snow. This led to the creation of the mountain board. If you have ever wanted to learn how to ride a...

Most commonly played in France, petanque is a variation of the game of boules; it also is very similar to bocce. To play, competitors stand inside a circle with their feet together and toss hollow...

Crafting a slingshot from some rubber tubing and a forked stick is something of a right of passage for a young boy. Learning how to effectively shoot the slingshot is challenging, but with the...

ATV winches can enhance an outdoor experience when riding. The cable can be attached to fallen tree limbs for clearing a trail. A winch can also mean the difference from being stuck in a mud hole...

Drawing animals out of the wild to observe them is a challenge, but can be very satisfying. When you're successful, it seems to tap into the primitive hunting instinct that most of us no longer...

Bow shooting is a sport enjoyed by many people for target shooting as well as hunting purposes. Shooting a bow and arrow is perhaps one of the oldest means of sport and combat, which is still in...

Bike polo is a relatively new sport which became famous in Seattle several years ago. The game is played three-on-three, with bike polo players riding bikes instead of horses. If you like...

After reading this article, you will be able to design and build an indoor mini golf course to your personal specifications and preferences. Below you will find a step-by-step guide to help you...

There are many reasons why people want to lighten their laminate rifle stocks. When hunting or target shooting, carrying a heavy rifle can get tiresome and affect accuracy. Fortunately, lightening...

People who dance get a great cardiovascular workout that burns fat, burns calories and strengthens the legs. Dance floor injuries can occur, especially in dance forms that require high heels or...

The game of golf can be scored in many different ways. One example is a scoring system called Skins. When playing Skins, players are competing to have the lowest score on a single hole. If a...

Because trampolines are kept outside and often are not covered by owners, exposure to the elements can result in a damaged mat. A mat that has been weakened by natural elements can become weak and...

Spring is finally here and summer is close on its heels. If you’re like most Americans, you’ll need a “tone-up” before showing off that body! Follow this simple fitness workout routine and...

A trampoline at home can be a fun activity, but it can be dangerous as well. If you do not have a trampoline fence, the next best thing is a trampoline pit so that the trampoline is inserted into...

Do you have unfulfilled dreams? Back when I was 21, I wrote down my own “bucket list” of things I wanted to do before I died. Now 48, I seem older than I did then, and past the time when I could...

A slingshot is a Y frame made of wood, plastic, or metal of about 6 to 8 inches in height. Attached to the Y frame are heavy rubber bands connected in the middle with a wide pad of leather or...

Mini bikes are loud because they have no mufflers and are powered, in effect, by lawn mower engines. In order to quiet a mini bike down, you need a muffler for the engine. You can select from a...

A handstand pop is a quick extra jump off your hands that you do just as you're going into handstand position. Doing a handstand pop may look quick and easy when you're watching someone else do...

Backflips are not easy to do on a trampoline. In fact, in gyms, you practice with special equipment to help you flip. Since most people don't have the equipment that professional gyms have, doing...

Bushnell is one of the world's leading manufacturers of optical products and that includes telescopes, which have been astronomy buffs' tool of choice when looking at the heavens since the 17th...

Mesh fencing is an inexpensive and safe fence for horses and can last for twenty years with proper maintenance. Mesh fences' flexibility is an advantage when an excited horses hits the fence, as...

Installing your trampoline in the ground is a safe move but it isn't as easy as just digging a hole and throwing it in. There are things to consider like cave-ins, flooding and sinking. Installing...

After years of pulling your ATV out of the mud and hauling trees from the woods, the wear and tear can wear out your winch. Instead of taking your worn ATV winch to a dealer or repair shop to be...

Razor scooters are popular for all ages and are easy to ride for recreation and transportation. However, performing tricks on them, such as ollies (aka bunny hops or jumps), is more complicated...

Have you ever wanted to fly like a bird? I had a 30 year dream, to fly in an ultralight aircraft, like a friend of mine had done. He is a mentor of mine that flew an ultralight aircraft in the...

A sheath or scabbard is one of the most important pieces of safety equipment for your sword. Not only does it keep the blade sharp and protected, but it prevents accidents when your sword is...

The Belly Putter has enjoyed a big surge in popularity in recent years as a number of professionals, chiefly on the PGA Senior Tour, have switched from a traditional putter and done extremely well...