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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
Backcountry Destinations
7 Easy Hikes You Must Try This Summer
Summertime is one of the best times to hike, but also one of the most difficult due to the hot weather. With the sun beating down on your back and the humidity out of control, many people prefer to just sit in the air conditioning as long as possible. If you still want to get […]
1 min read · Jun 8, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
10 Things You Should Know Before Hiking in Summer
School’s almost out and you know what that means! More and more families will be heading out to national parks and reserves to enjoy the outdoors. Though it will be most likely be scorching like usual this season, it won’t stop people from hiking, camping, and taking on the trails like they’ve done for years. […]
1 min read · Jun 6, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
How to Keep the Trail Clean Without Getting Dirty
It’s safe to say that most backpackers have a general love for the environment, and care about it staying clean. Much more than just connecting with nature and being outdoors, avid hikers understand that if their “playground” isn’t kept clean, it could have bad results for them in the future. One of the most important […]
1 min read · Jun 2, 2016 · hanalarock
Backpacking
7 Tips to “Adults-Only” Camping
Getting outside is fun for all ages. No matter what you prefer-camping, hiking, mountaineering, or just a day fishing by the lake-there’s no right or wrong way to enjoy the outdoors. That being said, the outdoors offers ways to connect with yourself, others, and nature that not many other things can. However, if you want to […]
1 min read · Jun 1, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
8 Safety Reminders That Can Save Your Life Outdoors
There are a lot of things that can happen when hiking. Most of the time, a blister and a scraped knee should be the least of your worries. Despite the fact that people have easier methods of getting help or dealing with dangers on the trail, it seems like every time we read the news, […]
1 min read · May 31, 2016 · hanalarock
Backpacking
4 Interesting Backcountry Experiences You Never Heard Of
While camping and hiking are certainly exciting activities in themselves, sometimes you just want to try something a little bit different. If you’re looking for a new approach to the outdoors, then luckily there are a lot of unique activities and programs going on throughout the country. Those who have the adventurous spirit that’s meant […]
1 min read · May 30, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
How To Find Great Hiking Deals
Exploring the backcountry is a great way to keep adventures inexpensive, however, getting all the gear and paying for all the permits needed can get pricey. Those who like to get outdoors often are usually the same kind of people who like to keep their lifestyle minimal, in order to get out as often and as […]
1 min read · May 26, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Destinations
The 7 Steepest Mountains of North America
While any hike can be a challenge on its own, there are many ways to put yourself to to the test when you’re in the outdoors. Whenever you do research about a trail, it’s easy to determine the difficulty of it based on a few different factors. Typically, a trail is considered difficult based on […]
1 min read · May 25, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
How To Hike Worry-Free (Females Only!)
There are a lot of aspects that go along with hiking, and being a woman can add a little more complexity to it. While there’s no doubt women can hike just as easily as men despite certain negative stereotypes, there are still some things we have to deal with that men don’t. Issues that only […]
1 min read · May 24, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
How to Do Group Camping With This Gear
Camping in a group can be fun, but it can also be a hassle. Camping with more people means you have to bring more equipment and supplies, and while you’re able to break up the load, it doesn’t always go smoothly. If you want to bring your entire family or your best friends camping and […]
1 min read · May 23, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Destinations
7 Reasons to Explore Oklahoma’s Backcountry
Oklahoma, a member of the mid-western United States and part of the Great Plains, might be one of the last places you’d think to find decent hiking trails. In a landlocked state who faces many tornadoes every year, a backpacker might skip over this area altogether. However, those who haven’t looked into hiking in Oklahoma […]
1 min read · May 19, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
How To Set Up Your Campsite
Out of all the things that you must prepare for in the outdoors, many overlook the long process that can come with setting up camp. After all, what can be so hard? Pitching a tent, setting up your stove, and getting comfortable after a long day hiking in the backcountry shouldn’t be rocket science. However, for […]
1 min read · May 18, 2016 · hanalarock