10 Hobbies to Take Up in Your 40s

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Pick up a side hustle hobby

Explore diverse side hustles: real estate, SEO, sharing economy. Boost savings with multifaceted gigs.

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Bowl

Practice Big Lebowski lines, hit the lanes with pals monthly for bowling showdowns, or join a league for improved rolls.

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Learn to pick a lock as a hobby

Learn lock picking as a useful skill and hobby. Amazon offers affordable sets. Solve real-world puzzles with focus.

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Take Up Chess

This is a game that takes the greats decades to master, but you can get a handle on the basics over an afternoon. Bonus: Now's a great time to learn, given that whole internet thing.

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Hone Your Survival Skills

Learn wilderness survival: food, water, signaling. Test 3-day stint with precautions. Inform others of location.

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Write a Book

Famous authors held day jobs, wrote in free time. Self-publishing allows anyone to write their ideas. Share on Amazon.

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Become a Whiskey Aficionado

Explore global whiskey types, e.g., Macallan 18 vs. 12, rye vs. bourbon flavors, and avoiding ice with fine Scotch.

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Become an art buff

Master art differences: Pointillism & Divisionism. Enjoy museums on a budget: free events or memberships for exclusive experiences.

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Pick Up a Homebrew Hobby

Transform your garage into a microbrewery using <$50 DIY beer kits. Explore ales, lagers, stouts. Experiment freely for the perfect brew.

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Pickle Something

Make veggie pickling a hobby with mason jars, vinegar, and spices. Careful packing needed. Avoid pickling during social plans.

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