Hobbies
110 sites
http://devils-own.co.uk/
A site dedicated to the Connaught Rangers (88th Regiment of Foot), a Napoleonic battle re-enactment group known as the 'Devil's Own.' Visitors can learn about this living history group that recreates the experiences of one of the British Army's most celebrated Irish regiments from the Napoleonic Wars era.
https://www.bikelinks.com/
Bikelinks is a comprehensive motorcycle link directory organized into dozens of categories covering makes and models, classic bikes, racing, clubs, technical resources, apparel, customs, and more. Running since 1997, it serves as an A-to-Z gateway to the worldwide motorcycling web, with sections dedicated to vintage machines, offroad riding, scooters, sidecars, and regional sites from countries across the globe.
http://philacactus.org/
The Philadelphia Cactus & Succulent Society (PCSS) is a club for cactus and succulent enthusiasts in the Philadelphia area, hosting monthly meetings, plant competitions, and educational presentations. Visitors can find newsletters, a plant-of-the-month feature, propagation guides, and resources for buying succulents and accessories.
https://sfbaaps.org/
The San Francisco Bay Area Aquatic Plant Society (sfbaaps) is a regional club for planted aquarium enthusiasts spanning from Monterey to Sacramento, offering forums, plant swaps, open houses, and local resource guides. Members can participate in group buys, connect with fellow aquascapers, and browse a showcase of beautifully scaped tanks created by club members.
https://trainweb.us/
TrainWeb hosts an archive of railroad-related websites that are no longer actively updated but remain valuable for their historical photographs and information about trains, rail routes, and equipment. The directory spans categories from Amtrak routes and specific railroad lines to model railroading and international rail systems, making it a treasure trove for railfans and historians alike.
https://2008nissantitan.neocities.org/
An enthusiastic tribute page dedicated to the 2008 Nissan Titan pickup truck, complete with specs, pricing, engine details, and plenty of all-caps conviction that this is the greatest truck ever made. The creator makes a passionate case for the Titan XE 2WD Short Bed King Cab with the fervor of a true believer.
https://silgro.com/RockTumbling.htm
Alan Silverstein's comprehensive guide to rock tumbling covers everything from quick-start rotary tumbling to building a custom 31-inch truck tire tumbler and hand polishing techniques. The site is organized into detailed subsections addressing vibratory tumblers, miscellaneous Q&A, and a dedicated tumbler shop, making it a thorough reference for both beginners and enthusiasts.
http://stanpope.net/plronm.html
Stan Pope shares a heartwarming account from Ron Morrison, Cubmaster of Pack 240, detailing how he created hundreds of natural wood plaques for a large district Pinewood Derby race. The page includes photos of the plaques drying on a sidewalk and links to manufacturing procedures, offering practical inspiration for other scout leaders.
https://seattlerobotics.org/
The Seattle Robotics Society has been bringing together robot builders and technology enthusiasts in the Pacific Northwest since 1982, hosting monthly meetings, workshops, contests, and outreach events for all skill levels. Their site features event calendars, resources for local maker spaces and robotics clubs, a newsletter called The Encoder, and information about their annual Robothon competition.
https://goldmaps.com/
GoldMaps.com offers detailed regional maps for gold prospectors, panning enthusiasts, and treasure hunters across states like California, North Carolina, Georgia, and more. Published by H&H Engineering, the site covers prospecting locations, metal detecting resources, ancient gold river information, and outdoor recreation tips for serious hobbyists.