Why do guys need to be alone sometimes? That’s an important question if you want to go deeper into what makes you tick. Too many men our age go through live without thinking, without being mindful of what they’re doing or going. That’s why it’s important to get out of that rut of: Wake up […]
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What are the best reasons to plant a vegetable garden? With rising food prices, it makes more sense than ever to grow your own fruit and vegetables. We live in increasingly unstable times but how reliant are you on the supermarkets and stores for your food. If pressed, do you know how to grow a […]
If you want to plant a fig tree in the ground there is something you should know: fig trees like to have their roots restricted. Often you’ll see figs grown in pots which is a great way to restrict growth. But what if you want to plant a fig tree in the ground? Fig (Ficus […]
Let me start with a question: How connected are you to the land? I’m talking about the mucky, gritty stuff that you grow things in. Do you know how to grow and raise crops or trees or do you (and your children) think that milk comes from cartons and potatoes from the vegetable aisle. The […]
The JACS Baby Carrier is the new kid on the baby carrier block. But how good is it? And does it have an edge over more established brands? Keep reading my JACS baby carrier review to find out. If you’re an active Dad who loves the outdoors and keeping fit and healthy then you’re also […]
Picture the scene: You’re in the most beautiful mountain surroundings you can imagine. But the weather looks like it’s starting to turn. You bring out your phone to take some photographs before the rain and clouds swallow you up. But there’s a problem. Your phone cost several hundred pounds. Are you going to risk getting […]
The Garmin Oregon 650 handheld GPS is easily one of my favourite pieces of outdoor kit. It has a huge variety of functions and is incredibly versatile for a whole range of outdoor adventures and activities. Here’s my review: If you love exploring the outdoors, you’ll also appreciate having good quality kit and equipment. Good […]
Commando Dad Mission Adventure is the latest book by ‘Commando Dad’ Neil Sinclair. It follows on from his earlier successes in the series titled ‘Basic Training’ and ‘New Recruits’ which focus on training new Dads to be ‘elite carers’. The books are written in a fun style with military language (Sinclair is a former Royal […]