Nick Kolomyja reckons axe throwing may have saved his life.

After 30 years as a welder working long hours in heavy construction, he opened an axe and knife-throwing venue in Calgary with his wife last year.

“You work 21 days straight. I never got to see my kids. I was burnt out, worked hard, found this, found a new passion in life and just went for it,” said Kolomyja, 45.

'I always look back on it a little bit and think axe throwing probably just saved my life'{ai:summary}<p>After three decades of grueling work as a welder, Nick Kolomyja opened an axe and knife-throwing venue in Calgary with his wife. He credits this venture with reigniting his passion for life and offering a healthier work-life balance.</p><p>#society</p>

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