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We started ‘Hobby Know How’ because we genuinely believe finding an enjoyable hobby is detrimental to our mental health, well being, and overall life satisfaction and happiness. This belief is also scientifically backed by numerous studies and considerations.
We offer quality findings and advice on a vast collection of hobbies and pastimes. Our website will provide you with any details and information that is necessary to get you started with your pursuit.
What could be more exciting than finding ‘treasure’? Metal detecting is one of the most popular hobbies, mainly because it’s easy to start without special skills. Any age group can take it up as a pastime, and the exciting thing about it is the element of surprise – you never know what you’ll find. Sometimes…
The thrill of making discoveries and uncovering hidden treasures is phenomenal. But don’t let it lead you to wave your detector around on private property without permission. Make it a point always to get proper clearance. Let’s talk about how you can get permission for metal detecting. Find out who owns the property The first…
While it’s a lot of fun, bikepacking is a sure-fire way to work up a sweat. You’re also likely to acquire a thin coating of dirt. Obviously, this isn’t the most hygienic – or comfortable, for that matter! Even without access to the amenities at home, getting hygiene on the road is as important as…
If you’re thinking of taking a bikepacking trip, you’re in for an adventure. Just make sure that you’re prepared, with the proper clothing, toiletries, food, and other gear. This way, you can bikepack in safety and comfort. Many people head off on their first bikepacking adventure only to learn the hard way by forgetting a…
Paintball’s history is anything but average. Parts of the game were invented before others, and the entire background to the game is the riddle of what came first – the chicken or the egg? So with that being said, when was paintball invented? The very first game of paintball was played on June 7, 1981,…
You already know the bare requirements of safety gear at this point; a mask. You might also know that you can rent everything you need from the field you’re going to play at. But what else should you bring? What should you wear to paintball? Headwear, layers, and good shoes! None of these are essential…
You’re excited to get out to the paintball field, you’ve purchased some gear and you’re ready. Now you’re on the field staring in shock as you hear the paintball fire towards you in slow motion. While it barrels towards you, you’ll probably wonder how bad does paintball hurt? A paintball fired in short-range on exposed…
The first time you see someone use a divining rod (or dowsing rod) to hunt for water you’ll probably think they are a little crazy. But if you watch long enough, and maybe even ask to “run the rod” yourself for a little while, the odds are pretty good that you’ll become a believer in…
Worried about starting to use dowsing rods? Don’t be! There really isn’t much to worry about. But with that being said, we still want to tell you about the dangers that are present when using these rods. The best part is, we’re also going to tell you how to prevent them! Let’s jump right in.…