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
Backpacking
20 Things Only Backpackers Get Excited About
1. Packing for a hike Seriously, whenever it’s time for you to pack for your next trip, you can hardly contain your excitement. 2. When that new outdoor store is finally open You know where you’re going to be for the next 5 hours… 3. Winter “Don’t you hate winter?” “Umm…no.” What’s better than getting to […]
1 min read · Mar 14, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
10 Tips for Bringing Food on the Trail
Before heading out for long hike, you have to be prepared to bring food along you. While this can be a frustrating task, there are ways to bring food wisely and prevent frustrations from happening. Once you’ve chosen your cooking stove and your outdoor cooking tools are ready to go, follow these tips about bringing […]
1 min read · Mar 10, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
5 Easy Backpacking Meals-Just Add Water!
There are many ways to go about cooking meals on the trail that are easy and simple. One of these ways is by purchasing practical ingredients and mixing them all together in a bag before you go, and the other is making a dish, drying it out, and storing it until you go. There are experienced […]
1 min read · Mar 9, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
11 Staple Ingredients for the Trail
Cooking on the trail can be stressful. Finding ingredients that are lightweight, convenient, healthy, and actually taste good, isn’t easy. Ingredients also have to be easy to combine with other ingredients so that you can stretch meals a long way. Before heading out on your backpacking trip, make sure to bring along these staple ingredients: Granola […]
1 min read · Mar 8, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
How to Choose a Backpacking Stove
Cooking is one of the most important things you’ll do while backpacking, as is having a good backpacking stove that can do the job. Often, eating a good meal during a backpacking trip can be one of the most enjoyable parts of the day. It’s rewarding to sit down to a good meal after hiking for a […]
1 min read · Mar 7, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
The Do’s and Don’ts of Cooking in the Backcountry
You’re about to set foot outdoors for a thru-hike, a backpacking trip, or even a weekend camping. You’re no doubt going to be cooking while you’re on the trail. You can’t wait to see the work your cooking stove can do, and how the food will actually taste after being made on a portable stove. […]
1 min read · Mar 3, 2016 · hanalarock
Backpacking
The 11 Best Cooking Tools for the Trail
Nowadays, there are some awesome cooking tools out there that are going to make you love cooking in the backcountry. While it’s preferable to bring less items than more during your hike, there’s no shame in having a few extra gadgets to add some life to your camp kitchen. Buy up one of these cool cooking […]
1 min read · Mar 2, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Destinations
Are You Up For This 100 Mile Hiking Challenge?
If you’re looking to get in shape with an exciting hiking challenge, then one of America’s most popular trails has something awesome to offer this year. In celebration of the National Park Service’s 100th anniversary, the North Country Trail Association is getting together to bring hikers everywhere the 100 Mile Hiking Challenge. It won’t be easy, […]
1 min read · Mar 1, 2016 · hanalarock
Backpacking
Using the Outdoors to Encourage Fitness in Your Child
Getting in shape outdoors with your significant other or even your dog, is an easy way for ourselves to stay motivated. However, getting your children involved is a whole other story. It’s no secret that the U.S has a problem with child obesity as well eating disorders in even the youngest of children. Any solution there is […]
1 min read · Feb 26, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
10 Ways to Stay Motivated on Your Outdoor Fitness Goals
Creating outdoor fitness goals for yourself is one thing, but actually sticking to them is another. It’s easy to begin your workouts and implement your fitness plan, but to keep it going can be difficult. After a while, it can start to feel more of a chore. Fitness hiking can be fun, but it can […]
1 min read · Feb 25, 2016 · hanalarock
2016
The Best Hiking, Camping, and Outdoor Fitness Apps of 2016
This year, even more apps have hit the market that will be great for hikers, campers, backpackers, and outdoor fitness enthusiasts alike. If one of your New Year’s resolutions was to get out more in 2016, then you’ll be happy to know that there’s plenty of good technology out there to help you. Before you head out, […]
1 min read · Feb 24, 2016 · hanalarock
First Aid
Don’t Make These Fitness Mistakes While Hiking
Incorporating fitness into your hikes is no doubt a great way to get moving. No matter what your fitness goals are, everyone can use hiking as a means of getting to where they want to be. While it’s good to challenge yourself and push to the next level, it’s important to know your body as […]
1 min read · Feb 18, 2016 · hanalarock