Author
hanalarock
I'm Hana- a freelance travel writer and teacher who currently lives in South Korea. I'm originally from New York, but have spent the last two years traveling and living abroad. My first time hiking in the US was when I traveled around the country as a teenager. Though, my first adult backpacking trip was a year ago, when I hiked from Thailand down to Singapore for a month. I'm looking forward to many more adventures in the future. Visit my site for more information.
316 articles
Stories
6 Hikers Who Beat the Odds
There are a lot of good reasons to avoid technology in the outdoors, but also reasons to praise it. Though many people plan trips to the backcountry to escape the distractions, there are others who wouldn’t be able to hike without such advancements. Say “hello” to these amazing hikers, who have beat the odds thanks […]
1 min read · Jul 20, 2016 · hanalarock
Camping
6 Cool Convertible Campers and Tents
Camping has taken on a whole new meaning ever since clever innovators have hit the scene. Getting outdoors doesn’t have to always be so old-fashioned. It doesn’t even need to involve a plain, boring tent. That’s especially true if you like to explore the outdoors in your own way. Want to get outside but want to […]
1 min read · Jul 19, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
7 Ways to Call for Help When Lost or Hurt Outdoors
Getting lost or hurt outdoors is any backpacker’s worst fear come true. No matter how much you try to be prepared in case the unimaginable happens, sometimes the trail can be unpredictable. Luckily, we live in a world now where it’s not impossible to call for help outdoors. In case you ever find yourself caught […]
1 min read · Jul 18, 2016 · hanalarock
News
Why You Should Send Your Kids to Forest Kindergarten
Kids these days are learning differently. Many children are stuck to screens for a majority of the day, or learn to rely on computers for simple tasks like spelling. While technology in classrooms is certainly not a bad thing, it may not always be ideal for helping a child’s natural development. It’s no question that […]
1 min read · Jul 14, 2016 · hanalarock
Backpacking
Check Out These Lightweight Backpacks by Kuiu
Kuiu, a company which actually specializes in hunting gear, has made something that can benefit all backpackers who want to travel more freely in the outdoors. Technology can really enhance our experience in the backcountry, and this time, it comes in the form of a backpack. Each year, developers are trying to find new and […]
1 min read · Jul 13, 2016 · hanalarock
News
How to Become One of the Google Trekkers
If you had to imagine your dream backpacking job, what would it be? Maybe it would involve something like this… Google Trekkers in British Columbia Last week, we learned from the web that Google Street View technology is heading out to the backcountry of British Columbia. Over the next 100 days, trekkers will hike with […]
1 min read · Jul 12, 2016 · hanalarock
Backpacking
8 Ways You Can’t Escape Technology – Even Outdoors
We use technology everyday of our lives, but sometimes, we head to the backcountry to get out of that routine. However, it’s a common misconception that the backcountry is free from all technology. Sure, some people choose to go in without their phones or iPads. But, to think that technology isn’t used at all in […]
1 min read · Jul 11, 2016 · hanalarock
Gear
The 6 Best GPS Devices On The Market
A handheld GPS is one of the greatest inventions ever created for hiking. Though some may argue it takes the fun out of exploring the wilderness, serious hikers rely on a GPS to allow them to hike safely. That being said, not all GPSes work as well as others. When you get down to evaluating each […]
1 min read · Jul 7, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
A Step by Step Guide to Using a Handheld GPS
If you are into hiking technology but you still have no idea how to use a handheld GPS, then this is for you. A hiking GPS is not quite the same as Google Maps on your phone or the navigation system you use in your car. It’s a little more complex than that.. Most GPSes or […]
1 min read · Jul 6, 2016 · hanalarock
Gear
Everything You Need to Know About Hiking Watches
If you’re an avid hiker, it’s good to be up to date on what technology is best to used in the backcountry. One item we can’t get enough of is the hiking watch. Hiking watches come in all different shapes and sizes, but most of them can carry out the same type of functions. Before you […]
1 min read · Jul 5, 2016 · hanalarock
Gear
8 Myths About Technology Use in the Backcountry
Technology is changing each and every day. There are thousands of gadgets for use in the backcountry, and deciding what to buy is mind boggling. By the time we get familiar with something new that’s out there, something else has already hit the market. Before we invest in something that can help our time in […]
1 min read · Jul 4, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
5 Recipes by People Who Call the Outdoors Home
There are a lot of fantastic recipes you can find on the web or in cookbooks if you need some inspiration for your camp kitchen. While many of these recipes are delicious and come out great, sometimes they are coming from people who haven’t spent too much time on the trail themselves. Wouldn’t it be […]
1 min read · Jun 29, 2016 · hanalarock