First Lite

Discover the fascinating history of Port Charles in the Coromandel, New Zealand, through personal stories and historical facts. From Captain Clerke to kauri logging, family bach traditions, its evolving conservation efforts with the Hillary Outdoors Centre, and the majestic Moehau Range, uncover the stories that shaped this coastal gem.

Learn to harness frustration as a powerful tool for growth. Discover how feelings of being stuck can be an indicator that you're learning and improving. This post explores how to shift your perspective and embrace challenges to propel you to success.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Online: A Blue Belt's No-BS Guide to Learning Techniques Without Getting Overwhelmed. Discover smart strategies for focused learning, avoiding tutorial chaos, and complementing online resources with real mat time.

I hear the comment quite regularly - 'I got in real close to the animal - but just couldn't seem to get the bullets to go where I was aiming - I was so close, I must have had to aim lower, right?' Well, no. If you aimed lower, there is a good chance you put a round under the animal - or worse still - into a leg. But why? Oh. Maths!

Bore Brushes - like many subjects in the shooting community (for example, cleaning itself), there are many differing opinions, all seemingly with their own set of proof and reasonings.