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Looking for some hobbies for women over 50? This article will give you a wide range of some activities that women in their 50s and well over can take up. Continue reading to learn more.
Hobbies for women over 50. Are they tough to come up with? Not at all. I just have to look at my mom and her busy schedule and I can come up with a million things in a second. Let me ask you something - when you think of '50', do you immediately think old? I don't think so. 50 is no longer one of the 'old' ages. Think of it this way, do you feel your age? Do you feel like you're 20, 30 or 40 something just because they say you are? Do you let anyone define how you should feel? No. Right? Well, then I'm not making an exception in this case either. Just because the age factor has been specified, in no way does it mean that the hobbies have to dwindle. Far from it, in fact.

To prove this theory right, the following article will give you some great ideas for hobbies (both, indoors and outdoors) that women can take up. And if you think they aren't age appropriate, then I suggest you let the 50 year olds decide what they can and can't take up from this list.

Hobbies for Older Women

I sincerely hope that you do not let age come in the way of pursuing any of these hobbies and interests. Some of these hobbies might seem like they are a stretch to the age factor, but I've only given examples of hobbies for women that I know have been pursued by women much over 50.

1.  Join a Book Club
2.  Start Swimming
3.  Art and Design
4.  Take a Class
5.  Join NGO
6.  Gardening
7.  Babysitting
8.  Cooking
9.  Dancing
10.Hiking
11.Kayaking
12.Horseback Riding
13.Movie Club
14.Playing Cards
15.Yoga
16.Knitting

These are just a few ideas for women over 50!!

Toys

SCHLEICH

SCHLEICHThe Schleich Old West series is one of the most popular we have carried. The detail is always great and yet it's durable enough to play with. This covered wagon set is a great addition to any G-Scale train layout or Cowboys and Indians playset.
Arriving August 2009 is the New Schleich display complete with Farm and Forest animals, Sea Life, Dinosaurs, Knights, American Frontier, World of Elves, Fantasy, Smurfs and Family pets.

BREYER HORSE

BREYER HORSE
The Breyer line of collectible scale horses is a sight to behold with all of it's variety of horses, colors and riding disciplines. None are more beautiful than the Spanish Flamenco set with it's Andalusion under sidesaddle and Flamenco maiden in her flounced, fuchsia colored dress. This production is limited to 2500 pieces.

KLUTZ KIDS TRAVEL

KLUTZ KIDS TRAVEL Klutz is a fabulous line of crafts for kids, teens and adults that offer a great activity coupled with a high quality book for instruction and fun. The Kids Travel activity book comes packed with games, lyrics, crafts, puzzles and instructions for much more. This book is a must have when travelling any distance with kids.

Rockets

ESTES STARTER SET

ESTES STARTER SETThe Estes Launchable Starter Set is a great entry level rocket kit. The rockets require minimum assembly and can be ready to fly when glue is thoroughly set. Set comes complete with launch stand, launcher and two rockets. Once you launch your first rocket you will be hooked!

QUASAR ONE BIOHAZARD

QUASAR ONE BIOHAZARDThe Quasar One Biohazard rocket kit is great to launch you to the next level of model rocketry. The Biohazard uses 3 - 24mm clustered motors for its power. The graphics are awesome on this kit and it builds easily with the well written instructions. Complete with 32" parachute and swivel. We have been quite impressed with the quality of the Quasar One line of rocket kits.

Models

REVELL VISIBLE V8

REVELL VISIBLE V8Have you ever wondered how a V-8 works? Well, you can learn by building Revell-Monogram's 1/4 size Visible V-8 Engine plastic model kit. With see-through construction, moveable pistons, external hand crank, real rubber fan belt and vinyl ignition wires, you will have an understanding of the V-8 operation. This kit received the 2008 Parents Choice Award and is a skill level 3 model recommended for ages 12 & up.

ACADEMY M1A1 ABRAMS TANK

ACADEMY M1A1 ABRAMS TANKAre you excited by military models? The Academy M1A1 Abrams 1/35 tank kit might be the next model that you have to build. This kit is an accurate reproduction of the M1A1 used in the Iraqi War 2003. Complete with optional U.S. Army or U.S. Marine corps versions.

MOEBIUS MODELS

MOEBIUS MODELSMoebius Models has some great new retro releases in models that we have not seen in decades! The Mummy, Dr. Deadly, Lost In Space space pod and many more. New releases are coming out every couple of months and are always fun to see!

Diecast

FRANKLIN MINT P-51

FRANKLIN MINT P-51The Franklin Mint Armour 1:48 die-cast P-51D Mustang models are one of the most requested airplanes. This model replica of the USAAF 78th FG, "Big Beautiful Doll" piloted by John Landers is a prime example of one of these sought after aircraft. The Mustang was a fast, well made, highly durable aircraft that served from the middle of WWII until almost the 1980s.

CENTURY WINGS A-6E

CENTURY WINGS A-6EThe Century Wings Grumman A-6E Intruder 1:144 die-cast model is a beautifully detailed copy of the Black Panthers version of this aircraft. The detail and accuracy of Century Wings die-cast models are setting a new standard in the industry. A limited production of 1500 pieces in this run make them highly collectible. Come in and see our selection today.

GMP EDELBROCK BRIZIO 32

GMP EDELBROCK BRIZIO 32GMP perfection is apparent in this 1/18 die-cast replica of the Roy Brizio built 1932 Ford Roadster. The car was commissioned for the Edelbrock sisters, Christi and Camee and the build of this car was documented on the TLC program ‘Rides'. Candy apple red paint and classic flames, black leather interior and the Edelbrock 435hp small-block Chevrolet engine make this a must for any 32 collector.

Slot Cars

AFX GIANT RACEWAY

AFX GIANT RACEWAY AFX HO slot car racing has never been better! This set contains 62 feet of track, G-plus Indy cars, and lap counter. This set now includes the upgraded Tri-power pak for racing at beginner, intermediate and advanced speeds, and the new hand controllers with longer cords. You could be slot car racing at your house today!

CARRERA

CARRERA Carrera's 1/32 scale slot car sets are some of the most popular that we sell.
This set includes the new Chevrolet Camaro and the new Dodge Charger. Who wouldn't want to race one of those? The Carrera track system is our biggest seller because it offers so many types of additional pieces, it's extra width and banked curves in four different sizes. You could be slot car racing today!

SCALEXTRIC DIGITAL

SCALEXTRIC DIGITAL Digital racing is one of the most exciting and realistic types of slot car racing. Scalextric's Super GT set is race ready with 3 digital cars, a Dodge Viper, Porsche 911GT3R and an Aston Martin. Bring racing excitement to your home today.

Trains

USA TRAINS SET

USA TRAINS SETStarter sets are a great way to get into the ‘G' Scale train hobby. Pick out a train to run under the Christmas tree or around the patio. USA Trains offers multiple road names and two diesel locomotive choices with real smoke.
Sets are complete with track and power supply.

USA TRAINS SD70

USA TRAINS SD70The USA Trains SD70MAC Union Pacific "as real as it gets" heritage series is a beautifully marked line of 1/29 scale diesel locomotives. Features include dual powered 6 wheel motor trucks, 12 point electrical pickup, detailed and lighted cab interior with lighted control panel, and alternating ditch lights at slow speeds. The engineer in you will want to drive one on your layout today!

ACCUCRAFT DAYLIGHT

ACCUCRAFT DAYLIGHTThe Southern Pacific GS-4 Daylight is a 1:32 scale Live Steam locomotive that will impress any train collector. Fine Accucraft detailing bring the beauty of this locomotive to a level many manufacturers aspire to achieve. This unit will be limited to a production of 200.

Boats

PROBOAT 55" BLACKJACK

PROBOAT 55 BLACKJACKThis is a great big beautiful high performance catamaran that is designed to handle great in rough conditions. It features a high performance Zenoah G26M gas engine with a tuned exhaust, and a clutch and water pump to keep cool at idle. The fiberglass composite hull is built to handle rough water boating.
Boating excitement doesn't get much better than this!

AQUACRAFT SUPERVEE

AQUACRAFT SUPERVEE AquaCraft SuperVee 27" Deep Vee Boat is a great performing hobby boat in a compact size. It's extra performance comes from the GrimRacer accessories that it includes. The hull is hand laid fiberglass and painted, with a spring steel hatch lock system. The strut assembly is a machined aluminum surface drive.
FEATURES:
  • Motor: B36-56, Brushless marine water cooled motor with silicone cooling system that directs water onto the can for greater cooling.
  • Speed Control: 45A 18V for Brushless motors, waterproof and water cooled with aluminum water jacket for efficient circulation.
  • Turn Fin: Adjustable aluminum assembly

DUMAS BARREL BACK

Dumas Barrel BackThis is a beautiful wood model R/C kit of a 1938 Chris-Craft Triple Cockpit Barrel Back Runabout.
FEATURES:
  • Double planked balsa wood structure with mahogany strip planking on the outside.
  • Comes complete with running hardware and a 2-bladed, 1.25" bronze propeller.
  • Complete set of chrome plated deck fittings for scale realism Vacuum-formed seats and full cockpit instrumentation add to scale appearance.
  • We carry the full line of Dumas wood Chris-Craft boats.

Cars And Trucks

TRAXXAS SLASH

TRAXXAS SLASHThe Traxxas Slash is a radio controlled, electric powered, ready to run, Short Course Race Truck. Composite nylon Modified tub chassis with side nerf bars to impact and support the body. The Slash has a Titan 12 turn 550 size modified motor and the transmission is brushless ready with ball bearings.
Radio Box is Sealed and watertight for driving through water, mud and snow. The Slash has four wheel independent suspension. Traxxas XL-5 Electronic Speed Control is watertight, with reverse and brake.

AXIAL AX10 SCORPION

AXIAL AX10 SCORPIONFour wheel drive takes to the rocks! Rock climbing is new and HOT, and these trucks take you where others can't. This 1/10 scale ready-to-crawl is a durable, high quality, slow ratio competition crawler. The Scorpion comes equipped with full ball bearings, 27 turn motor and solid rear axle lock-outs for improved ground clearance.

ASSOCIATED RC8

ASSOCIATED RC8The Associated RC8 is a design that has raised the bar for performance in the 1/8 scale off-road nitro buggies category. A launch that delivers lots of punch and enhanced suspension for soft landings, make it the envy of other drivers. You too can experience the unparalleled handling and performance of this industry leading buggy.

Helicopters

Blade MCX

Blade MCXAre you looking for fun in a micro helicopter? No need to look any further. The E-flite Blade mCX RTF helicopter offers first-time pilots the ability to learn on a very stable and easy to control craft. This 100% assembled, ready-to-fly right from the box heli can be flown indoors almost anywhere. Everything needed to fly is included, no need to buy any extras. You won't be able to beat the value and performance of the Blade mCX.

Blade 400

Blade 400Attention intermediate helicopter pilots, are you ready to make the jump into the Ready-to-Fly, 3-D capable E-flite Blade 400? This copter is capable of hovering, sport flying and 3-D aerobatics right out of the box. The Blade 400 is the first Ready-to-fly mini-heli to come with Spectrum's DX6i 2.4 GHz DSM2 6-channel programmable computer aircraft radio system. This helicopter is just another great success from the top quality engineered E-flite line.

T-Rex 450

T-Rex 450The Align T-Rex 450 Pro is the ultimate in high quality design and performance in its size class. The superior quality metal parts, high power brushless motor, high speed servo, and high end heading hold gyro make it the envy of others in its class. The torque tube tail drive delivers more power and longer run times. Radio and battery needed to complete the combo. Come in and let us show you the Cadillac of copters.

Aircraft

Parkzone T-28

Parkzone T-28The Parkzone T-28 Trojan is a powerful, high performing model of the 1950's Navy and Marine trainer. The T-28 is ready-to-fly right from the box with power delivered by the 480, 960Kv outrunner brushless system and 11.1V, 1800mAh Li-Po battery. It has an authentic paint scheme complete with decals and pilot figure, and durable Z-foam construction makes this a more forgiving craft. Now you can have the thrill of flying your own T-28 warbird!

Hobbyzone Super Club

Hobbyzone Super ClubTeach yourself to fly with the Super Cub classic scale trainer. Watch the learn-to-fly DVD and assembly/start up instructions and you'll be ready to start. It's gentle flying characteristics, durable Z-foam construction and anti-crash technology give you a head start toward successful flying. Start your flight school today!
Floats are available when you are ready to advance to water take-offs and landings.

Hangar 9 Corsair

Hangar 9 CorsairThis is a great ARF of the ever popular World War II fighter, the F4U Corsair. Hangar 9's version has balsa and ply construction with a fiberglass cowl and ultracote covering, and sports retracts that rotate 90 degrees for great realism. It gives the pilot great fun-flying performance in a .60 size plane.

R/C Country Hobbies

Welcome to R/C Country Hobbies! Whether you're a beginner or an advanced radio control or hobby enthusiast, we have everything you're looking for - and so much more! With 12,000 square feet of inventory and displays, our store is jam-packed with all of the fun hobbies - from trains and planes to boats and cars, from helicopters and slot cars to die cast and plastic models - and everything in between! And of course, we have the knowledgeable people who can help you choose the right equipment. So if you want to fly it, soar it, drive it, launch it or run it, make R/C Country Hobbies your first stop!
And if you're an educator, scout group or a school, please ask our cashier for educator discounts!