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Worm Farming, the Easy Way

  If you don't feel like making your own worm farm, they are easy to find. Available from some hardware shops, local councils or even online, worm farms are very popular. But if you can get hold of four crates or storage boxes, you are well on your way. The boxes will be stacked on top of one another, so make sure the bottom one is waterproof with no holes and large enough to take the weight of the other boxes when filled with soil. The other three boxes need holes in them or perforations, so that the worms can move from box to box and the box on the bottom will collect the worm juice. Don't try to collect worms from your garden, not only will it take you ages but they just won't do. The best worms are red worms or tiger worms. You will also need a good supply of vegetable scrap waste. Step One Line the first box with soil and newspaper, add some fruit and vegetable scraps and then add the worms. Place a hessian cloth or more newspaper over the top to block out the light. N...

Work Boots - Finding the Right Fit For Life

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 Now we know that the first step should definitely begin with rugged foot protection. If you're hiking or hunting, need balance and support, or if you work in construction or for the police or the military, investing in the right foot wear is a critical decision. But, choosing the boots that will not only fit your feet, but will fit your lifestyle too, is not as easy as it sounds. When you get to the showroom or look on-line at all the options in a boot warehouse, the selections of brands, styles and types of construction are nothing less than overwhelming. Finding Your Way To help you find your way through the maze of the work boot world, there are questions that will help in the decision making process. Do you need a safety toe boot or a plain toe boot? Does your work warrant waterproof boots? How about slip and oil resistant boots? Will you be working in cold conditions and need insulated boots for warmth? The idea is to try to match the boots as closely as possible to your work...