General Hobbies' Step Provides a Basic Knowledge of the Wide Variety of Hobbies and Types of Hobbies That Exist

v,JOODlANos GeneralG I Hobbiesob . Hobbies Branch Step 1

Purpose

The 'General Hobbies' Step provides a basic knowledge of the wide variety of hobbies and types of hobbies that exist. Upon completion of this step Trailmen should understand what a hobby is and become exposed to new hobby ideas they may find interesting. This step identifies the remaining steps for this branch based upon the collective interest of the patrol.

1) What is a hobby? 2) What are some different types (categories) of hobbies? 3) What are several examples of hobbies from each category (Indoor, Outdoor, Collection, Competition, & Observation)? 4) What two (2) hobbies does your patrol wish to explore at future meetings? 5) What one (1) hobby does your patrol wish to explore on a Hit the Trail?

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1. The goal is not for the boys to be experts at these hobbies, but to gain an increased exposure, knowledge, and awareness of the different hobbies that exist.

2. Make it relative to your patrol. 3. Because the Hobbies branch is a bit unique in that it is nearly entirely elective, you may choose to repeat the same hobbies and build progressively from Fox to Hawk and from Hawk to Mountain Lion, OR you may decide to choose different hobbies for each level that best matches their interests.

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1. Ask what do they like to do for fun 2. Review the list of hobbies and have them pick the ones they know something about

1. Talk about the difference in individual one- person hobbies and those that are done as a group 2. Talk about the different types and categories of hobbies. 3. Encourage the boys to pick a hobby to

explore that they have not previously participated in

1. Put the brainstorming on the boys to develop a large list of hobbies 2. Pick some hobbies off the list that they may not have thought of. 3. Encourage exploration of hobbies that may develop skills that would be useful in other

aspects of life and later in Trail Life.

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1. What is a hobby?

a. Goal: To understand the definition of hobby and what separates a hobby from a chore, job, or duty. b. Lesson:___ A hobby is "an activity or interest pursued for pleasure or relaxation and not as a main occupation." - Dictionary.com c. Examples: See Example Table

2. What are some different types (categories) of hobbies?

a. Goal: To understand that hobbies vary in scope and complexity. b. Lesson: Hobbies can be similar in nature but appeal to different interest. c. Examples i. Indoors / Casual ii. Outdoors iii. Collections iv. Competitions v. Observations

3. What are several examples of hobbies from each category (Indoor, Outdoor, Collection, Competition, & Observation)?

a. Goal: To understand how different hobbies relate. b. Lesson: Hobbies of a common type may use the same environment, skills, equipment, or materials, but with a different purpose. Some hobbies may fit in more than one category. c. Examples: (see chart below for full example list) i. Indoors / Casual Dancing, Cooking, Drawing ii. Outdoors Fishing, Kayaking, Beekeeping iii. Collections Stamps, Coins, Antiques iv. Competitions Chess, Bowling, Archery v. Observations Bird Watching, Astronomy, Photography

4. What two (2) hobbies does your patrol wish to explore at future meetings?

a. Goal: To survey the interest of the boys in the patrol and plan future elective hobby steps based on these interests. b. Lesson: Everyone has different interests and find different hobbies appealing. Learning a new hobby with your friends can be fun and exciting. c. Examples: See Example Table

TRAILUFEUSA 5. What one (1) hobby does your patrol wish to explore on a Hit the Trail?

a. Goal: To brainstorm what hobby of interest would make a fun field trip or activity outside of a normal meeting. b. Lesson: There are many opportunities to practice hobbies in your community. c. Examples: i. Drawing - Visit an art studio or museum or even painting class. ii. Fishing - Go on a fishing trip to a local pond or lake. iii. Antique Collections - Attend an antique car show. iv. Bowling - Go to the bowling alley. v. Photography - Take pictures of your favorite places in your community and produce them into a slideshow or collage.

Activity Ideas

 When picking hobbies to explore, have everyone present to the group about their favorite hobby and why it is their favorite.  Trail Guides can bring in some items from their favorite hobbies to show the patrol.

Game Ideas

 This General Hobbies Step is intended to be kept short so that the majority of the meeting time can be spent actually learning about the chosen hobbies.

Scripture

1 Corinthians 10:31  Fox God wants us to do our best.  Hawk We should spend our time on things that glorify God.  Mt Lion God gives us talents, time, and resources. We should use them to the best of our ability to glorify Him.

Ecclesiastes 9:10  Fox God wants us to do our best.  Hawk You only live once so give it your all.  Mt Lion God gives us one life to make a choice to follow him or follow sin. We should passionately follow Christ.

Ecclesiastes 2:24-26  Fox God wants us find enjoyment in life.

TRAILUFEUSA  Hawk We will find more enjoyment in the long run by choosing activities and actions that please God.  Mt Lion When we seek to honor God, we will find peace and enjoyment, while those that seek sin will struggle.

Ecclesiastes 3:1  Fox There is a time for work, play, rest, and worship.  Hawk - Hobbies are intended for spare time and shouldn't take away from responsibilities.  Mt Lion Hobbies can develop into addictions and begin to consume one's life. We must prioritize our time and resources.

TRAILUFEUSA v.JOODLANos General Hobbies Lesson Plan Hobbies Branch

Lesson Plans are designed to accompany the related Helps documents for each Step. Please refer to the resources in the appropriate Helps document found in the Leader Pages while you prepare your lesson.

The six "F"s are presented in a suggested order, but you are not required to complete them in that order. You may rearrange them as fits your troop's particular needs.

Necessary Resources

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 Two Ropes (for Fun Activity)

 Necessary Equipment Based on Chosen Hobby

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Jump the Creek To play, you have to set up the creek. You do this by placing two jump ropes, on the ground, about a foot apart.

Players take turns trying to jump over the creek. If they land on or in the middle of the jump rope-the creek they're out.

When everyone has jumped once, move the ropes about another foot apart.

The person who is able to jump the farthest without falling into the creek is the winner.

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List of Hobbies What do you like to do? Have everyone name something they like to do in their free time. Look at a list of hobbies (one is provided in the Helps document). Have the Trailmen point out the ones they have heard of. You may find that somethings you did already are actually hobbies!

Hobby Categories Discuss how having a hobby helps to make you a more interesting person and gives you something to talk about with other. Hobbies help you avoid feeling bored. Learning something new is always good for keeping your mind and body active.

Discuss inside hobbies and outside hobbies. Explain that it is okay to have different hobbies, multiple hobbies and that one should always follow safety rules when participating in any hobby.

Learn a Hobby Today's discussion is about the value of finding an interesting hobby. A hobby is a good way to challenge your mind while you are having fun. You can also connect with others interested in your same hobby, which will build your social and life skills.

Discuss the basics of your chosen hobby. You may also consider presenting a few different options for the Trailmen to choose from. You can conduct an interest survey at a prior meeting, or find several adults to help you divide the Patrol up based on interests the night of your meeting.

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Try a New Hobby Have the Trailmen pick a hobby that they want to explore at this meeting beforehand. Encourage them to choose one that they have not tried before. There is a list of hobbies in the Help document, but you may choose any hobby you like. Provide the necessary materials, or have each boy bring his own materials, depending upon the hobby.

Do your Hobby Give the Trailmen the necessary supplies for their hobbies and allow them time to explore their selected interests. You may consider preparing in advance and asking the Trailmen to bring their own supplies or asking for donations to cut down on Troop spending.

TRAIL LIFE USA FAITH (TRAIL GUIDE THOUGHTS)

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Prayer of Thanks Lord God, when You created the universe You blessed us with many living things. We thank You for giving us which bring us so much joy to our lives. May our hobbies and interests continue to give us joy and remind us of Your love. Amen.

Thanks God has given us many things to appreciate and enjoy. During the closing prayer, thank God for these things. Thank Him for our different hobbies and interests. Tell Him how much we appreciate our gifts and abilities.

Pray with the Trailmen.

Free Time Read and discuss Philippians 4:8. Relate this to the importance of giving your mind something pure to occupy itself with. A hobby can be a positive way to engage your mind and occupy your free time.

Pray with the Trailmen.

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Book As a family explore a new hobby. Read a book or watch a video about any new hobby that interests the whole family. At the next Patrol meeting, explain what you found and what steps your family took to investigate this new hobby or start the new hobby.

Family Hobby Discuss different hobbies that your family participates in. Is there a hobby you all share an interest in? Is there a hobby you can take up as a family? List some hobbies that are uncommon. Encourage each family member to have his or her own hobby to encourage individual identity and solitary time.

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By actively participating in this meeting, each Trailman earned the General Hobbies Step on the Hobbies Branch.

*Note: It is up to the Trail Guide to determine whether or not a Trailman was an active in the meeting. Even if he attended the meeting, you are not required to award him the Step if he did not participate.

TRAIL LIFE USA \,'JOODLANos Beginning Collections Hobbies Branch - Elective Objective

Purpose

These are a few examples of elective Hobby Objectives with a few questions to answer. The Intent of this branch Is to explore the activities and hobbles of Interest to your Trailmen and to expose them to new hobbies. The specific lesson and questions to answer can vary greatly to what is relevant to your troop. Here are general guidance questions that you may find helpful.

I. What is the history/origin of the hobby?

2. What special skills are needed for the hobby?

3. What equipment is required for the hobby? 4. What resources such as time, money, and materials are needed for the hobby?

5. What separates professionals from amateurs in this hobby?

6. What is the purpose of the hobby? (entertainment, relaxation, competition, etc)

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I. The goal is not for the boys to be experts at these topics, but to gain an increased knowledge and awareness of the Objective. 2. Make it relative to your patrol.

3. Because the Hobbies branch is a bit unique in that it is nearly entirely elective, you may choose to repeat the same hobbies and build progressively from Fox to Hawk and from Hawk to Mountain Lion, OR you may decide to choose different hobbies for each level that best matches their interests.

4. See the Leaders Guide for more information on Objectives.

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Skills Progression

I. Select something you like and is easy to collect/ Look for the best samples to collect 2. Get a container to put your collection in 3. Put it in a safe place

I. Select something you like and is easy to collect/ Pick the best samples for your collection

2. Find container and safe place to keep it

3. Keep journal of when and where found

4. Learn and write a few sentences about the items you find

I. Select something you like and is easy to collect/ Pick the best samples for your collection

2. Find container and safe place to keep it

3. Keep journal of when and where found

4. Read about what you are collecting/ Start a notebook with its history/ write about each item collected

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Helps

I. What is the history/origin of the hobby?

a. Goal: To learn about the history of Collections b. Lesson: Collections are one of the oldest and most popular hobbies. c. Examples: From the mid 1800's to the early 1900's Collecting became a hobby of the common man. The father of Collections in America is William Buell Sprague. He started with a number of George Washington autographs and ended up with a collection of over 10,000 signatures in his lifetime!

2. What special skills are needed for the hobby?

a. Goal: To learn that there are very few special skills needed for Beginning Collections. b. Lesson: As a collector you will become more aware of the majesty of God's world and the things in it. c. Examples i. Observing nature and the world around us ii. Gain knowledge about items collected (researching) iii. Awareness of God's creation iv. Learn organizational skills v. Protecting/Preserving Collectables

3. What equipment is required for the hobby?

a. Goal: To learn about the equipment required for Beginning Collections b. Lesson: There are very few tools required for this hobby and it is dependent on which one you choose. c. Examples: i. Good magnifying glass ii. Special place to put collection iii. Guide book on subject (borrow from library)

4. What resources such as time, money, and materials are needed for the hobby?

a. Goal: To understand the costs and materials associated with Beginning Collections. b. Lesson: The resources you use are minimal compared to the fun and knowledge you will gain.

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C. Examples: i. Time - Looking for that special thing you want to add to your collection! ii. Money - Sometimes you may find something for sale (shell, coin) that you want iii. Patience - Taking your time and learning about the things you are collecting. iv. Materials Needed: I. Egg cartons - shells, rocks, golf balls 2. Apple cartons - baseballs, large rocks 3. Jar - coins, marbles, bugs, fishing lures, golf pencils 4. Flower press - leaves, flowers 5. Binder - baseball cards, post cards, stamps

5. What separates professionals from amateurs in this hobby?

a. Goal: To learn about professional collectors b. Lesson: Professional collectors are paid for selling pieces of or their entire collections. They are people who have turned their hobby into a business. C. Examples: i. Baseball Cards before 1969 ii. Older Maps iii. Books - An autographed copy of C.S Lewis' book, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, just sold for $47,000!

6. What is the purpose of the hobby?

a. Goal: To understand that people collect things for different reasons. b. Lesson: Collections as a hobby can be for fun, learning, or competition. c. Examples: i. Things we can learn from Collections: I. Builds organizational skills 2. Makes you a more interesting person 3. Learn more about God's word 4. Could lead to a job someday (collect pocket knives of 20th century) 5. Builds skills of bartering and trading

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Activity Ideas

 Have Trailmen display their collections at a Court of Honor.  If you know someone with an interesting collection, invite them to your class .  Visit a local coin shop

Game Ideas

Scripture

Colossians 3:23  Fox - It is important to do your best!  Hawk - All that we do, we do for the Lord. He is worthy of our best.  Mt Lion - We do not do things to be praised by others. We do our best to glorify God.

TRAIL LIFE USA: \,'JOODLANos Fishing Hobbies Branch - Elective Objective

Purpose

I. What is the history/origin of the hobby?

2. What special skills are needed for the hobby?

3. What equipment is required for the hobby? 4. What resources such as time, money, and materials are needed for the hobby?

5. What separates professionals from amateurs in this hobby?

6. What is the purpose of the hobby? (entertainment, relaxation, competition, etc)

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I. The goal is not for the boys to be experts at these topics, but to gain an increased knowledge and awareness of the Objective. 2. Make it relative to your patrol.

4. See the Leaders Guide for more information on Objectives.

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TRAIL LIFE USA Skills Progression

I. Safety Considerations (water, hooks, casting) 2. Learn to bait a hook 3. Use a cane pole or bream buster. 4. Practice casting a push button rod & reeling in.

I. Explore various live baits and basic artificial lure types

2. Practice casting an open face reel.

3. Learn about fishing licenses and regulations (size and creel limits)

4. Basic fish identification

5. Basic fishing knots

I. Explore various colors and patterns of lures

2. Practice casting a bait casting reel.

3. Practice various casting techniques (flip, pitch, overhand, side, low)

4. Retrieval techniques

5. Species Identification

6. Multiple fishing knots (improved clinch, bloodknot, palomar, surgeons loop, etc)

TRAIL LIFE USA: Helps

I. What is the history/origin of the hobby?

a. Goal: To learn about some history of fishing as a hobby. b. Lesson: Many hobbies originated from work or skills necessary for survival. The gear and methods have advanced over time. C. Examples: i. At least 7 of the 12 disciples were fishermen. ii. Early methods of spear and net fishing. iii. First fishing hooks and lines made of bone and hide. iv. Moses instructed the Israelites to only eat fish with scales and fins.

2. What special skills are needed for the hobby?

a. Goal: To learn about various practices of fishing and the skills associated. b. Lesson: There are 5 basic methods of fishing (handfishing, angling, spearfishing, netting, & trapping). c. Examples i. Handfishing - noodling ii. Angling - casting, trolling, droplining, trotlining, fly fishing, kite fishing iii. Spearfishing - diving, bowfishing, gigging iv. Netting - cast net, sein, gill, drift, trawl v. Trapping - dam fishing, weirs, fish traps

3. What equipment is required for the hobby?

a. Goal: To gain exposure to the basic types of fishing gear. b. Lesson: There are many different types and styles of fishing gear that vary based on the method of fishing and type of fish targeted. c. Examples: (focusing on Angling methods) i. Hooks - J, circle, octopus, weedless, various sizes ii. Line - monofilament, braided, various test strengths iii. Poles & Reels - baitcaster, fly, spinning, push button, cane pole, iv. Baits & Lures - live bait, cut bait, flies, spoons, hard & soft plastics, jigs, spinners v. Other - sinker weights, swivels, bottom rigs, leaders

TRAIL LIFE USA: 4. What resources such as time, money, and materials are needed for the hobby?

a. Goal: To understand the costs associated with fishing. b. Lesson: Fishing is a hobby that can be done very inexpensively but certain types of fishing can be quite costly. Investment of practice time and money can help one become a more successful fisherman. C. Examples: i. Time - Learning & practicing techniques, scouting good fishing spots, taking care of equipment ii. Patience - waiting for fish to bite, best weather conditions iii. Money - Equipment, licenses, bait

5. What separates professionals from amateurs in this hobby?

a. Goal: To learn about professional fishermen and what makes them successful. b. Lesson: Professional fishermen get paid to fish. c. Examples: i. Professional Sport Fishermen ii. Guides iii. Commercial Fishermen iv. TV & Entertainment

6. What is the purpose of the hobby??

a. Goal: To understand that people fish as a hobby for different reasons. b. Lesson: Fishing as a hobby can be for competition, relaxation, and entertainment.

TRAIL LIFE USA: Activity Ideas

 Practice casting using different fishing poles with a casting plug or just a small weight without a hook.  Practice tying fishing knots, first with rope and a large scale "hook" (anything with a hoop or eye), then with actual line and a hook.  Dig and collect worms for bait  Go Fishing!

Game Ideas

 Fish ID flash cards or matching game  Cast into hula hoops at different distances for varying points or prizes  Host a Trailman Fishing Tournament

Scripture

Matthew 4:18-19  Fox - We should follow Jesus and encourage others to also.  Hawk - God will use our talents to bring others to Him.  Mt Lion - God calls us to go and make disciples.

Luke 5:4-6  Fox - Trust in the Lord.  Hawk - God makes the impossible possible.  Mt Lion - Following Jesus sometimes includes obeying even when we think it may not work.

TRAIL LIFE USA: \,'JOODLANos Model Building Hobbies Branch - Elective Objective

Purpose

I. What is the history/origin of the hobby?

2. What special skills are needed for the hobby?

3. What equipment is required for the hobby?

4. What resources such as time, money, and materials are needed for the hobby?

5. What separates professionals from amateurs in this hobby?

6. What is the purpose of the hobby? (entertainment, relaxation, competition, etc)

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I. The goal is not for the boys to be experts at these topics, but to gain an increased knowledge and awareness of the Objective. 2. Make it relative to your patrol.

4. See the Leaders Guide for more information on Objectives.

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Skills Progression

I. Safety Considerations (knives, scissors, glue, paint) 2. Select an easy model of 50 pieces or less 3. Learn to follow assembly instructions 4. Use snap together type models

I. Select a model of 50-100 pieces

2. Glue together type models

3. Learn about painting techniques

4. Learn to apply decals

I. Select a model of over 100 pieces

2. Learn about advanced model components like sails and rigging.

3. Learn about airbrushing

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Helps

I. What is the history/origin of the hobby?

a. Goal: To learn about some history of model building as a hobby. b. Lesson: Scale models were used to simulate actual machines and vehicles in miniature for commercial and industrial purposes prior to becoming popular as a hobby. C. Examples: i. Plastic model cars were originally produced for car dealers to use as sales displays. Extra unassembled kits were then sold to enthusiast creating a new market for the model kits.

2. What special skills are needed for the hobby?

a. Goal: To learn about various practices of model building and the skills associated. b. Lesson: As the modeler gains in skill and experience his models will more closely resemble the actual subject. C. Examples i. Assembly & Gluing ii. Brush Painting iii. Airbrushing iv. Decal Application V. Sail Rigging

3. What equipment is required for the hobby?

a. Goal: To gain exposure to the basic types of model building gear. b. Lesson: There are certain tools that are used for various types of models. c. Examples: (focusing on plastic models) i. Utility precision knife (x-acto knife) ii. Cutting mat iii. Good lighting iv. Assembly/Painting stands v. Paint Brushes, Airbrush vi. Assembly Instructions vii. Sandpaper or file

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4. What resources such as time, money, and materials are needed for the hobby?

a. Goal: To understand the costs and materials associated with model building. b. Lesson: Models vary in size, complexity, completion time, and cost. Beginner plastic models can be completed for a few dollars in a few hours. Large complex models could be several thousand dollars and years to complete. C. Examples: i. Time - Learning & practicing techniques, waiting for glue or paint on individual pieces to dry. More pieces, more detail, more time required. ii. Patience - Taking your time and not rushing through the model or skipping steps will produce the most realistic best looking model. iii. Materials Needed: I. Glue 2. Paint 3. Model Kit 4. Decals 5. Paint Thinner 6. Cleaning Supplies

5. What separates professionals from amateurs in this hobby?

a. Goal: To learn about professional model builders and why they get paid to make models. b. Lesson: Professional modelers create small scale examples because models are cheaper to produce, test, modify, and potentially destroy than the actual subject. c. Examples: i. Promotional Displays ii. Conceptual Designs iii. Model aircraft used for aerodynamics testing. iv. Model boats used to test stability and load capacity.

6. What is the purpose of the hobby??

a. Goal: To understand that people build models as a hobby for different reasons. b. Lesson: Model building as a hobby can be for relaxation, collection, or competition.

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Activity Ideas

 Have a patrol model car show.  Put together a model as a patrol.  Visit a hobby shop.  Visit with a model train club or enthusiast.

Game Ideas

 Blindfold Assembly (snap together models)  Timed Assembly Race  Assembly Relay Race (each boy completes a step then passes the model)

Scripture

Luke 14:28  Fox - It is important to plan ahead.  Hawk - You must have enough money and time do something.  Mt Lion - We must prepare properly and plan before starting anything.

I Corinthians 11:1  Fox - Be like Jesus.  Hawk - We are to model Christ's behaviors.  Mt Lion - Just as models are not exactly perfect replicas, we will never be perfect as Jesus was but strive to be the best we can .

TRAIL LIFE USA: vJOODLANos Hit the Trail!

Hobbies - HTT

Purpose

Hobbies are a fun way to learn and express yourself. The purpose is to expose the Trailmen to real world examples and the people who also participate in these hobbies.

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I. Hit the Trail! serves more as an experience than a lesson based event. The Trailmen should have an experience rather than a class. 2. The goal is for the Trail men to gain an increased knowledge and awareness of the subject. 3. These outings should relate at the Fox, Hawk, or Mountain Lion patrol level. 4. Many 'Hit the Trail!' activities can be rolled into a campout or other special event 5. See the Leaders Guide for more information on Objectives.

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Notes/Ideas:

Have the Trailmen do a Show and Tell with some of their hobbies.

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Activities:

Outside  Bird/Butterfly Watching  Astronomy  Geocaching  Aircraft Spotting  Bicycle Riding  Art festival  Parade/City Event

Inside  Working with collection hobbies  Museum  Hobby Shop  Collector Store  Pottery/Ceramics Craft Store  Art centers/studio  Library

Special Guests

Special guests can be invited to talk about their hobbies and how they benefit from them.

 Hobbyists  Artists  Wood Workers  Photographers

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