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Updated September 26, 2008
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- Lawn Games
Quick Links: Tennis
- Hiking & Camping
Quick Links: Using A GPS Camping RV Travel Exploring Caves
- Classical Sports
Quick Links: Fencing Boxing Archery Swimming Darts
- Walking, Jogging & Running
Quick Links: Bicycling
- Golf
- Boating & Fishing
Quick Links: Sailing Fishing
- Fitness Training
Quick Links: Yoga Pilates
- Animal Sports
Quick Links: Horseback Riding Dog Sled Racing
- Dancing
Quick Links: Line Dancing Square Dancing
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Includes: Finding a Hobby, Card & Board Games, Magic, Electronics
Health & Fitness, History, Other Indoor and Outdoor Activities
- Gardening and Plants
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- Arts and Crafts Page One
Includes: History, Organizations, Reference, Plant Crafts,
Art & Painting, Sewing, Knitting & Embroidery
Quilting & Rug Making, Pottery & Ceramics, Dolls
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Lawn Games
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Lawn (and Outdoor) Games
| Badminton | "Badminton is a great sport to start because it is easy to play, fun, and inexpensive. It is one of the faster and most addictive racquet sports out there." |
| Badminton Central | "Badminton Central is an online community dedicated to the exchange of information and sharing of our passion for the game of badminton. The community consists of badminton fans from all over the world. BC's goal is to promote badminton via being the leading badminton resource online." |
| How to Play Effective Badminton | "Badminton is one of the few sports where men and women play together. It is a game for all ages and abilities, and although fitness is a key aspect for professional players, it is not a prerequisite for taking up the sport. These factors make it the ideal sport for families and friends of all walks of life to play together. It can also be a wonderful way to meet new friends through local clubs and sports centers." |
| Badminton - Fastest Racket Sport | "Looking for a Badminton Website that has everything? Then look no further! Here you can find interesting Badminton Information, Videos, Games and a whole lot more." |
| Volleyball | "Whether you're a coach, athlete, parent, fan, or just a recreational player, it's a good idea to be familiar with the basic volleyball rules." |
| Basic Volleyball Rules | One hundred facts about volleyball in a question-and-answer format. |
| Volleyball England | "Volleyball England is the recognized National Governing Body for Volleyball in all its forms, including Volleyball, Beach Volleyball and Sitting Volleyball in England. This is the Official Site for Volleyball in England and carries information regarding all Volleyball Events and News from around the Country." |
| Volleyball Canada | (In English and French) News and articles about volleyball teams in Canada. |
| Bocce | "Bocce originated in Italy and is one of the oldest of all lawn bowling games. It is now gaining popularity in the United States and Canada since it can be played by people of all ages and on a great variety of surfaces. Bocce is played between two players or two teams of up to four players on a team. It is played with 8 large balls, 4 of one color, 4 of another color and one small target ball called the Jack." |
| Horseshoes | "If you are interested in learning the horseshoe rules for playing in a tournament, or even in your own backyard, you have come to the right place. Here is a video clip of people playing horseshoes in their backyard. A picture is worth a thousands words, a video is worth a million." |
| Croquet Rules & Regulations | "There are a number of variations of the game including competitive and social forms. The more competitive variations are those for the North American Rules as developed by the U.S. Croquet Association and adopted by Croquet Canada and the International Association rules as adopted by Croquet Canada, which vary significantly in many aspects while using the same croquet equipment and court set up." |
| International Tennis Hall of Fame | "The International Tennis Hall of Fame is a non-profit institution dedicated to preserving the history of tennis, inspiring and encouraging junior tennis development, enshrining tennis heroes and heroines and providing a landmark for tennis enthusiasts worldwide." |
| British Tennis | "Our new vision for British tennis is winning. We aim to create a climate of success and a culture with winning at the heart of everything we do, from community, schools and parks to clubs and all the way through to Centre Court." |
| Tennis Online | " TennisOnline continues to keep track of popular tennis-related Web sites around the Internet. " |
| Play Tennis world-wide | "Play tennis world-wide helps you find the best Tennis Resorts, Camps and Tennis courts in United States, Europe and worldwide." |
| American Platform Tennis Association | "The American Platform Tennis Association, APTA, is the governing body of the sport of Platform Tennis. The Office is located in Summit, New Jersey. The organization coordinates the efforts of APTA volunteers, players, tournament directors, and Board members who have knowledge of how to play the game, where to purchase paddles and balls, where to play, and who teaches platform tennis in your area." |
| National Paddleball Association | Rules, players, and locations for both one-wall and four-wall paddleball |
| Orienteering Unlimited | "Orienteering is a sport wherein participants must navigate from one point to another using a map. Orienteering has been likened to a scavenger hunt in the woods, but it's much more than that!" |
| Hacky Sack (Footbag) | "Footbag is a growing sport, originating in North America, though the sport is now played all over the world. Frequently referred to as "Hacky Sack®", footbag has existed as a competitive sport in several forms since 1972. There are a substantial number of footbag tournaments and festivals each year." |
| The Rules of Shuffleboard | "The old English game of Shovelboard used to be played by the English upper classes on long tables residing in country houses. Shovelboard is no longer played but the derivative game of Sjoelbak is popular in The Netherlands, Belgium and Germany while a second descendant called Shuffleboard is popular in North America. An outdoor and an indoor version of Shuffleboard exist and both rules are given together with the ancestor of both of these - Deck Shuffleboard. " |
| PaintBall.com | Information about PaintBall sites, equipment, rules, and safety. |
Hiking & Camping
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Hiking & Camping
Quick Links: Using Your GPS Camping RV Travel
| Hit the Trail - How to Hike | From About.com. "Most maps and guidebooks give an estimate of how long it will take to complete a trail segment, and they may seem ridiculously long. They aren't - so plan for that much time." |
| Hiking Information | "Here is the hiking information you need to decide if it is right for you, and to make it more interesting, enjoyable, and safe.Is hiking right for you? The introductory articles in the first section will help you decide. Already a hiker or know you want to be? The second section contains articles and hiking information on topics of interest to hikers of all skill levels from the causal day hiker to the long distance ultralight backpacker. The gear section of the web site focuses primarily on equipment, clothes, and materials for the more serious hiker, especial for those hikers interested in backpacking or overnight hikes." |
| Beginner Backpacking Tips | "Welcome beginner backpackers and hikers! This page is your information resource for outdoor gear reviews, trail reviews, and advice about backpacking tricks like how to pack a backpack or safely hike the back country. These tips will help you whether you're interested in back packing, hiking, camping, climbing, or just spending some time outdoors on the trail." |
| American Hiking Society | "American Hiking Society is the only national organization dedicated to promoting and protecting America’s hiking trails, the natural areas that surround them, and the hiking experience itself." |
| Day Hiker | "This site is dedicated to "extreme" day hikes that are rigorous, exciting, unique, with interesting sights and terrain. The Day Hiker philosophy is a minimalist approach to clothing, food, and equipment." |
| One Day Hikes | "OneDayHikes.com - the best day hikes and hiking trails of the world." Includes hiking guides and photographs. |
| Trails.com | A fee site. 14 day free usage, then "$49.95 per year (about $4.15 per month) for unlimited maps and guides" "Trails.com offers a selection of more than 42,779 trail maps and descriptions and topo maps of the entire United States! With the recently released Trails.com Unlimited, for the same low price you can save, download, print and email as many of our guides and maps as you'd like!" |
| Get Ready for Trekking and Backpacking Trips | "Trekking. The word just has a naturally exotic ring to it and conjures up images of the Himalayas, porters, and high mountain passes. Though the word"trekking" comes from the Afrikaans language of South Africa and originally described a trip by oxcart, it was applied to hiking in the Himalayas in the 1960s when the first trekking companies took the classic African safari as their models. " |
| Where to Hike | From GORP. Free Registration required. Links to a comprehensive list of hiking trails around the world. |
| Staying Found: Lost-Proofing in the Outdoors |
"Before you leap into another season of hiking, camping, fishing, or biking, take a prudent first step: Get yourself and the rest of your family"lost-proofed."" |
| What is GPS and How Can it be Used | "Many of you will have become familiar with GPS through its use in the car. Many motor manufacturers now make cars fitted with GPS as standard and the principles for its use in hiking, camping and, in fact, any outdoor activity are just the same - it helps you navigate a course from A to B." |
| Using GPS when Hiking | "GPS is an acronym standing for Global Positioning System. Though there are lots of components, the essential parts are a series of satellites and the units people carry. Three satellites are used to locate your position across the Earth's surface and another can be used with them to calculate your altitude in a process called triangulation." |
| GPS Navigation & Using a GPS Device | "Your exact location on the globe can simply be read from the GPS display. Of course, you will need a topographical map to translate your coordinates into a position on the map. Also, keep in mind that GPS Devices can be inaccurate in their readings. Your GPS Device should however be able to give you your location within a 100m margin. " |
| Geocaching Official Page | "A basic membership is free! If you create an account on geocaching.com we'll let you know when new caches are hidden in your area. You'll also have the ability to log your finds online to share your experience with the rest of the community." |
| Geocaching | From Garmin, a GPS company. "Geocaching is a high-tech version of treasure hunting. Geocachers seek out hidden treasures utilizing GPS coordinates posted on the Internet by those hiding the cache. Using a GPS unit, they then trek out into the backwoods or urban jungles to find the hiding spot of the cache. Once found, a cache may provide the visitor with a wide variety of rewards. If the visitor takes something out of the cache, they are asked to leave something in return. For some, the biggest reward is the thrill of the search and the discovery of a place that they have never been." |
| A Beginner's Guide to Geocaching | "Someone hides a container of inexpensive knickknacks -- a cache. Then they post its latitude & longitude on the internet, and other people go hunting for it. If they find it they trade knickknacks and sign a log to record their visit." |
| Handicaching | " Handicaching aims to improve the accessibility of Geocaching for disabled people all over the world. By rating caches using a simple system, disabled geocachers can quickly find the caches they are able to do. Too often a 1 star or 2 star rated cache turns out to be impossible, causing disappointment. Our ratings aim to avoid that. " |
| Utilize GPS tracking for those with Alzheimer's Disease | "As anyone with a family member that’s lived with Alzheimer’s disease can tell you, watching a loved one slip away is heartbreaking. But what can be of an even greater concern for individuals with Alzheimer’s is their tendency to easily wander off and become lost. How is a someone best able to monitor a loved one with Alzheimer’s without being too invasive or being with them 24 hours a day? The answer lies within Global Positioning Systems technology, or GPS for short." |
| Camping for Beginners | From About.com. "Are you ready to try camping? This five-lesson course will help you get started. By the end of this course you'll know what camping gear you'll need, how to find a campground, what to expect when you get to your destination, how to set up your campsite, and how to be a good camper." |
| Camping USA | "Camping USA! is the most comprehensive campground directory on the Internet. We have over 12,000 campgrounds in our database searchable by campground name, nearest city, or through our exclusive point and click search by map." |
| Camping Meetup | "Meet with local campers to talk about gear, destinations and campfire recipes." |
| Travel and Leisure: Camping Articles | Many pages or articles about camping. Covers almost all issues, suggestions, hints. |
| Camping Recipes | "Currently there are 631 recipes in our database" |
| Camping Recipes from The Camping Source | " View great camping recipes submitted by campers that visit this site. Give some of them a try on your next camping trip! " |
| RV Life and Travel | "We’re assembling information about RVs, RV travel, and the full-time RVing lifestyle. Let’s see what’s here…." Articles and information about RV living. |
| Seniors Camping in America | Articles, guides, and links for and about the RV lifestyle |
| Cut travel costs with RV vacations | "A study by a travel research firm, PKF Consulting, found that travelers could save up to 70 percent on overall costs by taking an RV vacation rather than using more common modes of travel, even after factoring in ownership or rental costs. However, that amount will vary greatly depending on factors such as distance traveled, size of the vehicle, and the availability of discounts or specials." |
| Go RVing, Retire in Style | "Savor travel’s pleasures. Make new friends, or connect with old ones. Visit family. As our age increases, so, too, do our opportunities to experience all that RVing has to offer. Today’s seniors are zestfully on the go, and RVs can take them wherever their hearts desire." |
| RV Links: Recipes | "A great selection from RV Bookstore of cookbooks chock full of yummy recipes for easy preparation on the road." |
| How To Find an RV Campsite | "Prices for RV camping sites range from free to $100+ per night. Styles vary from overnight parking, on concrete, in a truck stop to boondocking in a rustic setting, to vacationing in a five-star resort with swimming pools, golf courses, restaurants, and tennis courts. The choice is yours, depending on your purpose and pocketbook." |
| Passport in Time | "Passport in Time (PIT) is a volunteer archaeology and historic preservation program of the USDA Forest Service (FS). PIT volunteers work with professional FS archaeologists and historians on national forests throughout the U.S. on such diverse activities as archaeological survey and excavation, rock art restoration, survey, archival research, historic structure restoration, oral history gathering, and analysis and curation of artifacts. The FS professional staff of archaeologists and historians will be your hosts, guides, and co-workers." |
| Exploring Caves | "Most American caves are big holes that form in limestone rock. The holes begin as cracks in limestone. The cracks get bigger and bigger. They grow into underground streams, rivers, and even lakes. When water drains away, the waterways turn into open cave tunnels, passages, and caverns. It takes 10,000 to 100,000 years to form a cave big enough for people to move around inside." "The USGS serves the Nation by providing reliable scientific information to describe and understand the Earth; minimize loss of life and property from natural disasters; manage water, biological, energy, and mineral resources; and enhance and protect our quality of life." |
| What is Cave Exploring? | "Cave exploring (also known as caving or spelunking) is the art of safely moving through a natural cave to a destination and returning to the surface without hurting yourself or the cave. There is no way to learn how to explore caves without getting out of the house and getting underground, but you can learn where to go, who to contact, and what skills you need." |
Classical Sports
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Quick Links: Fencing Boxing Archery Swimming
| Fencing.net | Rules, guidelines, beginning hints, and much more. |
| USA Fencing | "The United States Fencing Association (USFA) is the recognized NGB for the sport of fencing in the United States. The USFA was founded in 1891 as the Amateur Fencers League of America (AFLA) by a group of New York fencers seeking independence from the Amateur Athletic Union. The AFLA changed its name to the United States Fencing Association in 1981. " |
| Glossary of Fencing Terms | The title says it all. |
| How Fencing Equipment Works | From How Stuff Works. "When most people think about fencing, they are reminded of swashbuckling movies such as "The Three Musketeers," "Robin Hood," "The Mark of Zorro," "The Buccaneer" or "The Princess Bride." In these movies, the hero fights by making broad sweeping motions with his sword and running about the stage or scene, and the winner is clear when one of the fighters is wounded or dies. But modern fencing is a sport with rapid, subtle movements and fast actions. Often the action in an engagement is over within seconds." |
| The Right Way to Train for Boxing | "Boxing is anaerobic in nature. The sport has been estimated as approximately 70-80% anaerobic and 20-30% aerobic. Anaerobic means to conduct an activity without oxygen. Anaerobic exercise, like boxing, stresses the muscles at a high intensity for short periods of time." |
| BOXING GYMS AND BOXING CLUB LISTING | "This site is designed to help you locate a boxing gym. Including boxing advice and tips, boxing equipment reviews, and much more. From beginner to pro, you will be treated like a world champion." |
| Archery | " Together with our sister sites we are the largest and most popular archery, bow hunting, fishing and boating information sites on the Internet. Archery alone has over 2,000 unique visitors per day. We started in 1997 as an all-volunteer public service and intend to stay that way. All our information and pictures are free and downloadable. No one has ever taken a penny in salary. This is our way of giving a little back to the community. Please scroll down to learn more." |
| BowCountry.com Forums | "If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. You may have to register before you can post: click the register link above to proceed. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below." |
| Bow hunting Basics | "What is it about pursuing wild animals with a bow that really gets my adrenaline rushing? " |
| The truth about swimming and weight loss. | "Swimming is often touted as the best form of exercise for weight loss. And when you think about it, it seems to make sense. After all, swimming uses almost all of your major muscle groups. It places a vigorous demand on your heart and lungs. Swimming is also popular with people who are extremely overweight, pregnant, or suffering from some kind of injury." |
| Swimming (Woman's Fitness) | "Low-impact and fun to do, swimming is popular activity with women of all ages. If you’re thinking about taking up swimming as part of your exercise regime, read on to get the low-down on how to get fit while you get wet. |
| Fitness Basics: Swimming Is for Everyone | "Exercise physiologist Robert A. Robergs says swimming is a good fitness choice for just about everyone, especially those who have physical limitations or who find other forms of exercise painful." |
| Swimming & Water Exercise | "Take a recreational trip just about anywhere and chances are you'll end up near some type of water. Swimming is a natural activity for both fun and cooling off. From a fitness standpoint, swimming has physical and mental benefits. And whereas some people with physical limitations cannot perform land exercise, water exercise offers a perfect fitness fit." |
| United States Masters Swimming | "Whether you want to improve your health and fitness, compete in pool, open water, or postal events, or just lose a few pounds, USMS welcomes you and invites you to join and train with one of our local clubs in your area." |
| Exercise for Absolute Beginners: Swimming | From About.com. "Swimming is an excellent form of exercise for beginners because it is the gentlest of all of the aerobic activities you can do. It does not jar your bones or damage your joints, but it is still effective. It is especially preferable if you are concerned about injury, have a joint condition, are especially overweight, or are recovering from a pre-existing injury. Swimming challenges your body without putting pressure on it that could worsen some conditions, such as arthritis." |
| ION Snorkeling | Links and information about snorkeling sites, supplies and the sport in general. |
| Undercurrents | "Whether you're in search of the best dive operation in Cozumel, looking for a live-aboard in Palau, or news about a recall of a dive computer, you're in the market for scuba diving information that's honest and easy to find." |
| ScubaLinx | Scuba clubs, sites, equipment, hints, education and techniques. |
| Worldwide Diving Encyclopedia | "You are floating down to the craggy corrugated coral clusters, stage coral, black and fire with the sunken treasures of a bygone age. You are in the hideaways of the navy dark, shipwreck and seascape, scuba cave and scuba garden, in calm and torrent waters. You are in the Caribbean, in Asia, Australia and the Mediterranean. This is our fantasy, to bring you the the best scuba diving and snorkeling destinations. " |
| The Rules of Darts | "Darts is a fun social game that has been around a very long time. Its enduring popularity reveals it to be a sport that combines talent, skill and even a bit of luck. This website will tell you everything you need to know about setting up and enjoying the game of darts." |
| Darts' Guide | "Welcome to Darts Guide, a comprehensive categorized directory of darts related sites and information online. You may also search the darts directory, to find the information you are after quickly." |
| Beginners Guide to the Dart Game | " If you think that the game of darts is just a matter of throwing a few pointed arrows on a dart board, and hoping with all your might that you hit the target so you can win a bet with your friends; well, you are sadly mistaken." |
| Darts Across the World | "This site is a comprehensive listing of dart leagues and dart players across the WORLD. " |
| Bowling Museum | " More than 95 million people enjoy bowling, in 90 countries spanning 6 continents! Bowling is one of the largest participatory sports in the world. The Museum collects, preserves and displays the 5,000-year history that has led to this worldwide success. A key part of that story is the individual efforts of bowling's legends honored in our Halls of Fame. " |
| Duckpin Bowling | "The same as tenpin bowling...only smaller. The balls weigh anywhere from 2-4 lbs. and are a little bigger than a typical softball. The pins are also smaller, about 2/3 the size of a regular tenpin. Duckpins can be found mostly on the East Coast of the U.S., and in Argentina and the Philippines. A great game for kids and seniors, but everyone does it. Give it a try!" |
| Boomerang Passion! | " Boomerang Passion is a huge site where you can discover the boomerang, read instructions about throwing, making (more than 140 plans are available) and decorating. You'll find boomerang news (competitions, records), a directory of 130 sites about boomerang, many free downloads." |
| Boomerang Fun | "The boomerang is a scientific marvel as it envisions the aerodynamic as well as aviation principles coupled with many theorems of Physics. It is all the more striking, nay, bewildering that these principles of aviation and theorems of physics were unerringly utilized thousands of years before they were even invented. " |
| US Handball Association | "Handball's first true national championship was staged in 1919 by the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) and was won by "Murder Ball" Bill Ranft. The AAU continued its reign on handball until 1951 when Chicago developer and handball aficionado Bob Kendler founded the USHA. It was a big move to break away but the players banded together to form a strong association, which has become known as the "players' fraternity."" |
| American Armsport Association | "Over forty years ago, under the direction of Mr. Bob O'Leary, the American Armwrestling Association (AAA) began its existence. To date, 56 armwrestling associations across the United States have united together under the leadership of the AAA. Operating under a structured Constitution & By-Laws, rules and regulations, this association continued to grow and became the largest promoting force for the sport of armwrestling." |
| National Jousting Association | " When most people think of jousting, they think of the medieval knights charging against one another for a fair maiden’s hand. What the King figured out early, was that he lost a lot of good knights to injury that way! Tournament jousting (just called "tournament" in the early days) was the result. Tournament was a way for knights to prove their combat skill and horsemanship, yet avoid unnecessary risk of injury." |
Walking, Jogging & Running
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Walking, Jogging & Running
| American Volkssport Association. | " The AVA's network of 350 walking clubs organize more than 3000 walking events per year in all 50 states, as well as occasional bikes, skis, and swims. All events are open to the public - come walk with us! " |
| The Walking Connection | "Since 1989 The Walking Connection has been leading walking and hiking adventures to some of the most beautiful, inspiring and significant destinations in the world. 2008 marks the beginning of new year of travel to new and exciting destinations. Are you ready to experience the world of luxury adventure travel, one step at a time?" |
| The Ramblers (UK) | "There’s no doubt about it, walking is good for you. It’s good for your heart, it’s good for your lungs, it’s good for the muscle and bone growth of your children and it’s good for your feeling of well being! Strong scientific evidence now supports the many benefits to health of regular walking." |
| Cross Country International | Commercial -- walking vacations around the world. |
| Walk About | "Walking and Hiking for Fitness. We are a free bi-monthly publication featuring articles of inspiration, information and humor about something we all do – walk. We emphasize the benefits of walking for fitness and the endless possibilities of this sport. Each issue of walk about magazine offers our readers a diverse range of subjects" |
| Runner's World | The magazine for runners worldwide. |
| Running Resources | From the Greater Boston Track Club. A huge listing of runner clubs, resources, and information |
| The World of Running & Track and Field | An assortment of articles about training, injuries, organizations, and techniques. |
| Resources for Runners | From RunningWorld.net. A collection of articles, updated frequently. |
| Why running and jogging is great for cross training | Currently contains nine articles. "Running or jogging are great forms of cross training for a number of reasons from the mental toughness that they build to the speed and stamina developed by running. They are excellent cross-training for nearly any team sport like football, tennis or basketball and they also provide a great alternative exercise for cyclists, rowers and swimmers." |
| Running | ""Baby, we were born to run." Those immortal words by Bruce Springsteen may be more than just rock and roll lyrics, they may explain our evolutionary past. In this article, I'll describe the biological and social history of running, the health and fitness benefits (and risks) of running, how to get started, how to run properly, and some training techniques." |
| Training & Running Forever | "Pain-free training for: Beginners to 10k, Marathon, Ultras, Trails, and Weight-Training for Runners." |
| Running, Walking & Jogging Tips | Dozens of links to articles, tips, training routines, equipment, and much more. |
| So You Want to Run a Marathon? | Several pages. "The definition of a marathon is a race that is 26.2 miles. To translate for all of you who are inept at math, it would take you nearly half an hour just to DRIVE that distance at 60mph, let alone run it. But don't despair; it actually isn't as difficult as it sounds (notice we didn't say that it's not painful…). You just need to approach it with the right attitude, one step at a time. Literally." |
| World Wide Cycling | "On this site you will find everything about bicycle races in non-traditional cycling countries." |
| How to Not Get Hit by Cars | "Plenty of cyclists are killed by cars even though they were wearing helmets. Ironically, if they had ridden without helmets, yet followed the guidelines listed below, they might still be alive today. Don't confuse wearing a helmet with biking safely. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. It's better to not get hit. That's what real bicycle safety is about." |
| Learning to ride | "....Now find somewhere without any vehicles, possibly an empty parking lot or somewhere safe like that. If you can, find one that has a mild slope....." |
| New to Cycling | (UK) " Our goal is to provide basic advice and guidance, in non-techno speak, to help you gain maximum enjoyment from your cycling." |
| International Unicycling Federation |
"The purpose of the International Unicycling Federation is: To foster awareness of and participation in unicycling as a sport and means of recreation among people of all nations through the organization of international conventions and the development of national unicycling organizations, to promote voluntary international standards for competition toward the achievement of Olympic status for the sport of unicycling; also, to disseminate knowledge and information on all phases of the sport to all interested parties via an information service." |
| Unicycling Society of America | " The Unicycling Society of America was formed to promote and encourage unicycling in North America and the rest of the world." |
| Forum for Running and Track & Field | A message board forum with dozens of categories. |
Golf
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Golf
| Free Golf Lessons for Beginners | "Every Golfer, from Beginner Golfer to Advanced Player, benefits from a useful Golf Lesson. The best way is to look for a good Teaching Pro to get Instructions, and in addition you can check out the Golf Drills below to help improve your Game." |
| Golf For Beginners | From About.com. "Our Golf for Beginners FAQ is designed to answer some of the questions newcomers to the game are sure to have. If you don't see the topic you're looking for, try posting your question in the Golf Forum, where golfers of all skill levels may be able to help." |
| Tom's Golf Tips | "These golf tips have been collected over many years from top sources. Most of them are brief, making them easy to understand and remember. And they are organized carefully to make them easy to locate. There are also some in-depth golf tips on key subjects of interest to golfer" |
| Golf Forum | Message boards for people who play golf. |
| Gold Course Search | From Golf Magazine. By zip code, course name, or location, find a place to play in the United States |
| Golfable | A comprehensive listing of courses in the United States and Canada. |
| The Golf Channel | "The Golf Channel is available in more than 90 million homes worldwide through cable, satellite and wireless companies. It features a programming schedule that includes more live golf coverage than any other network – an extensive blend of golf competition from around the world – as well as news, instruction and original productions." |
| FitGolf for Women | Gain immediate access to the Fit Golf For Women's private website. Where you will...
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| Women Into Golf | "Women into golf provides a comprehensive program of golf events for beginners through to accomplished players. The company of women of all ages, employment and golf skills is the most attractive part. " |
| USGA Golf Etiquette | "Unlike many sports, golf is played, for the most part, without the supervision of a referee or umpire. The game relies on the integrity of the individual to show consideration for other players and to abide by the Rules. All players should conduct themselves in a disciplined manner, demonstrating courtesy and sportsmanship at all times, irrespective of how competitive they may be. This is the spirit of the game of golf." |
| Ten Commandments of Golf Etiquette | "1. Tee. One player on the tee at a time. Stand even with the ball well outside of the teeing ground, left or right, while each player hits. It is a breach of etiquette to stand behind a golfer on the tee, or anywhere else on the golf course. " |
| A Brief History of the Nature of Miniature Golf | "Since miniature golf’s beginnings in 1916, on the private estate of James Barber in Pinehurst, North Carolina, the game and it’s public popularity have gone through multiple transitions, through both good times and bad times, and has progressed towards the current state of the nature of the industry." |
| Build a Miniature Golf Course | Would you believe - From "Boy's Life." "With this simple project, you’ll be outside playing miniature golf in no time. Build your course with any available combination of bricks, wood, aluminum siding, whatever works. The game is best played with a croquet set, because the balls are larger and easier to control, but golf equipment is fine, too, especially for advanced players." |
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Boating & Fishing
| Find Places to Boat & Fish | More than 11,000 places in the United States for fishing and boating. A searchable database listed by state. |
| Boating Registration by State | "Find the answers to all your boat registration questions by clicking on your state below. We've taken the confusion out of your registration process and in no time you'll be on the water." |
| Canoe & Kayak Magazine | Fishing, techniques, destinations... many links for those who use a canoe or kayak. |
| Kayaking Today | A collection of articles and links for those interested in kayaking. |
| Boating | "With so many opportunities for boating fun available today, there’s no reason why anyone can’t take advantage of the benefits that recreational boating has to offer. In case you need convincing, check out this list of reasons why boating is such a great activity" |
| Discover Boating | "Discovering the joys of boating is achievable for anyone and everyone. For example, the combined costs of owning a boat can easily be less than your average monthly car payment. And if you’re looking for a boating location near your home, an inviting body of water is probably a lot closer than you think." |
| Basic Boat Care | "Taking care of your boat – regardless of the type and material – is important to maintaining the value of your boat and keeping it safe and hassle-free." |
| Marina & Ramp Locations | "Finding a boat marina is easy with our online tools! Whether you're looking for a family boating center or the perfect place to scuba dive, we'll help you discover great boating locations to get out on the water anywhere in the country." |
| Boating Information by State | "Click on the links below to find state specific information on boat registration, boating education classes and requirements and boat trailering laws." |
| Sailing and Sailboats | "Sailing is truly a lifelong sport. You can enjoy the wind and waves if you are eight or eighty. Sailing can be a quiet, restful few hours on the bay, a long cruise to destinations unknown, or an exciting blast across the lake. If you like to race, it can be done just about anywhere around the world ... the sailboat racing community is a fun and joyous group. If you'd like to cruise around the lake with family and friends, or sail over the horizon to distant shores, there is a sailboat just for you." |
| Learn to Sale | Four page introduction to sailing. |
| Fishing Articles | "The fishing articles section at BigFishTackle.com features many articles from a variety of outdoor writers, and covers subjects concerning rivers, lakes, and the ocean, as well as the fish and environment in which we fish" |
| Fishing Fundamentals | "The following links will give you a general and fundamental overview of fishing. From the tackle to the bait and all the great stuff you can use to catch your next trophy! No matter if you are a beginner or expert there is something here for everyone." |
| WorldWide Fishing Guide | A guide to fishing sites in the United States, Canada, and many other countries. |
| Salt Water Fishing Guide | A guide to salt-water fishing sites in the United States, Canada, and many other countries. |
| Fishing License Information | "Buying a fishing license is only a few clicks away! Click on a state below for all the information you need to purchase your fishing license today. " |
| Beginner's Guide to Fly Fishing | "Some would say that it is a religion others would have you believe that it is a philosophy of life. In reality, it is just another way to fish! Admittedly, as you become more involved in fly fishing, you will experience a transformation in the way you view yourself with your environment." |
| Fly Anglers Online | "The Fly Fishing Enthusiast's Weekly Magazine" |
| Everything You Need to Know About Ice Fishing | From About.com. "No need to stay inside during the long winter months waiting for the sun to come out dreaming about open water and summer fun. Be adventurous, bundle up, get outside and try fishing in a whole new way--through the ice! Ice fishing action can be fast and furious when winter seals the lakes under ice. Best of all, there are no mosquitoes or flies to "bug" you." |
| Fly Fisherman | "The Leading Magazine of Fly Fishing." |
| Pick the Right Spot for First Ice | From About.com. "You must be willing to move around and search with a good sonar, what we call a fish finder. What usually separates the good anglers from the great ones is just knowing how to read the screen on their graph. " |
| Identify Your Catch | An alphabetical listing of fresh and salt water fish, with pictures, descriptions, and best places to find each specie. |
Fitness Training
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Fitness Training
| FitWatch | "I wanted a web site that would give me basic information about fitness along with tools that I could use to analyze and track my fitness, and which would allow me to focus on improving myself emotionally and intellectually." |
| Aerobics and Fitness Association of America | "As the world's largest fitness educator, AFAA delivers comprehensive cognitive and practical education for fitness professionals, grounded in industry research, using both traditional and innovative modalities. AFAA upholds Basic Exercise Standards and Guidelines for safe fitness practice." |
| Easy Exercises | (Needs Flash Player) "A plan for people with no inclination to exercise." 16 exercise videos. |
| Shape | "SHAPE is America's #1 selling active lifestyle magazine for women. With over 5 million readers a month, SHAPE is the most trusted name in women's health and fitness magazines." |
| American Senior Fitness Association | "At SFA, we realize you don’t have time to pour over all of the extensive new research on older adult fitness. We take care of that for you." |
| Yoga Basics | "Our deepest desire and wish is to make the world a better place. Our highest goal is to remove the suffering, misery and unhappiness of the people of the world, and to remove the causes of this suffering. We are here to serve, in our highest capacity, to spread the knowledge and wisdom of the ancient path of yoga to all who desire these tools. We pray that our work helps others to learn, grow and develop spiritually, physically and mentally. May peace, love and joy reside in the hearts of all." |
| The Yoga Site | " Why do yoga? The short answer is that yoga makes you feel better. Practicing the postures, breathing exercises and meditation makes you healthier in body, mind and spirit. Yoga lets you tune in, chill out, shape up -- all at the same time. " |
| The American Yoga Association | "Our goal is to provide the highest quality Yoga instruction and educational resources to anyone interested in Yoga. Besides serving as a reliable resource for Yoga students and teachers." |
| ABC of Yoga | "Learn everything there is to know about the Yoga Poses & Exercises and the Health Benefits of practicing Yoga. Our information articles offer valuable information for anyone ranging from beginners to seasoned yogis. Stay up to date with our daily news desk and find the latest yoga equipment and props in our yoga gear shop. Practice yoga anywhere in the world using our yoga holidays and travel services directory." |
| Yoga Online | "At yoga.org.nz you will find lots of free quality material, aimed at promoting the benefits that yoga has to offer. The practice of yoga can improve and nourish the gift of health that you have been given. We will show you why yoga is the world's most advanced guide to life" |
| Yoga Everywhere | (Available in 7 European languages) This website contains information designed to enhance your well-being. However this website is not intended as a replacement for medical advice or treatment. Please execute common sense, listen to your body messages and respect your physical limitations in attempting all of the exercises. |
| Pilates | "Pilates has gained immense popularity in the past several years as a great way to stay in shape and do exercise. Because of the lack of equipment necessary it is easy for many people to begin Pilates in their own home. All you need is one of the great mats available, some basic bands, and some basic Pilates instruction." |
| Pilates Exercises | "Online Library of more than 75 Free Pilates Exercises Instructions with Pictures." |
| Find Pilates Resources in Your Community | "Welcome to the Internet's most complete directory of Pilates studios, instructors and classes. Find Pilates resources in your community. " |
| Fitness training: 4 elements of a rounded routine | "Whether you're an exercise novice taking the first steps toward fitness or a committed fitness fanatic hoping to optimize your results, a well-rounded fitness training program is essential. Base your exercise goals on the four primary elements of fitness." |
| Weight Training & Weight Lifting Exercises | Articles and tips for weight training. |
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Animal Sports
| Getting Started at Horseback Riding | "There are many different types of sports you can begin that are related to horses. The easiest and most casual to get into is regular horse riding in ranches and trails. There are links to great trails across the US and world for escaping on guided trips." |
| Horseback Riding | "There are many different types of sports you can begin that are related to horses. The easiest and most casual to get into is regular horse riding in ranches and trails. There are links to great trails across the US and world for escaping on guided trips." |
| New Rider | Tips, forums, and articles for those starting in horseback riding. |
| The Art of Classical Riding | From beginners to dressage, tips, lessons, and general information. |
| Classical Dressage Notebook | "The education of a rider in the classical tradition has been likened to a journey through a mythical Dark Forest in search of an Enchanted Castle hidden in a clearing in the centre. There are many falsely marked paths that beckon with promises of short cuts and easy routes. Some riders are tempted to try out these detours only to find they lead nowhere and have to backtrack to the original path. The journey is not just one of learning to ride better; it is one of self-discovery. It forces the rider to take stock of who they are as a person and for some that can be the hardest part of all." |
| Horseback Riding Destinations | "If you are pressed for time and want to find out quickly what trips are available for a given skill level at a particular date, try our Trip Finder. You may also want to view our video riding tour to get a quick overview and some ideas of the kind of adventure we offer." |
| National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame | "Our mission is to interpret the history and convey the excitement of Thoroughbred racing in America to the broadest possible audience. Use the links below to discover the past, present and history of horse racing." |
| Racenews (UK) | "This well- respected company based in London, England, began as a news agency. It offers a unique range of services to the horse racing. |