Aikido: The Gentle Art of Self-Defense
Ever since the eighties, when the "Karate Kid" movies became a runaway hit at the box office, martial arts have been part of popular American culture. Whereas once it was almost a must that boys try out for Little League, now both boys and girls are likely to opt for karate classes instead of, or in addition to, involvement in team sports. Both kids and adults find it normal to sign up for karate, Tai Kwan Do, or another martial art...Sports Betting: Talk About an Underground Economy!
Betting on sports is illegal in the United States, except in one place in the country: Las Vegas. There you can go into a casino or call a legitimate bookie and place a bet on just about any sport there is, and it's totally aboveboard...Boating Basics: Books to Read Before You Set Foot in a Boat
No one is suggesting that a novice boating enthusiast can learn everything there is to know about boating by reading a book, but the fact is that picking up a volume from an expert with years of boating experience can potentially save newbies a lot of false starts and, potentially, some dangerous situations...Combine Skiing and Great Accommodations for a Spectacular Winter Vacation
Whether you're a downhill skier, a snowboarder, or a fan of cross-country skiing, the White Mountains region of New Hampshire is a mecca for winter vacationers. The ski trails in New Hampshire offer some of the most challenging skiing east of the Rockies, while the small town atmosphere of much of this region offers a low-key, congenial ambiance after hours...