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
Backcountry Skills
Here Are All Your Car Camping Essentials
Car camping is a great way to get outside without the pressure of backpacking or a thru-hike. Using your car to get you to the campsite is not only easier and more convenient, but also safer in a lot of ways. By having your car to stow things in instead of a single bag, the […]
1 min read · Sep 29, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
Everything You Need to Know Before Choosing a Campground
Car camping is an awesome opportunity to the enjoy the outdoors, choosing a campground without needing to step too far out of your comfort zone. It allows people of all ages and abilities to experience the outdoors by letting people explore nature at their own pace. One of the best parts of car camping is […]
1 min read · Sep 28, 2016 · hanalarock
Fall
The Perfect Gear for Hiking with Your Dog this Fall
Hiking with your dog is an awesome experience. Not only is it fun for you, but it’ll probably be the most fun your dog has had in a while. Most dogs love being outside in nature as much as we do, and there’s nothing quite like having your furry companion accompanying you on the trail. The […]
1 min read · Sep 27, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Destinations
Not Sure Which National Parks To Go Backpacking in This Fall? Try These
The U.S. has a lot of backcountry to see, that’s for sure. But, deciding where you should be backpacking national parks, can be a little hard. While certain parks or trails are best to be avoided during the fall, others are begging for hikers to come to and explore their beautiful scenery and trails. So, […]
1 min read · Sep 26, 2016 · hanalarock
Hiking
8 Random Things You’ve Noticed While Hiking (But Don’t Want to Admit)
People like hiking because of all the beauty to see out on the trail. Especially during the fall, the scenery is absolutely breathtaking. Most hikers try to take their time while on the trail so they can notice all the little things. And, when you start to hike, there are a lot of random things […]
1 min read · Sep 21, 2016 · hanalarock
Hiking
Conservation Officials Are Urging People to Stop Hiking the Adirondacks
Hiking the Adirondacks is amazing during the beautiful fall, it’s likely you’ll see a lot of people outdoors. Although the trails may be less crowded than they are in the summertime, back to school means that everyone heads to the trails on the weekends. This is unlike the summer when people can come any day […]
1 min read · Sep 20, 2016 · hanalarock
Gear
Check Out the First Hiking App for Apple Watch – ViewRanger
Some hikers like to disconnect from the internet completely when they’re outdoors. Others like to utilize the web, technology and a hiking app to enhance their hiking experience. There are tons of apps out there today that are for hiking, outdoor fitness, backpacking, etc. And, everyday, it seems like companies are coming out with more […]
1 min read · Sep 19, 2016 · hanalarock
Fall
This is Why Fall is Great for First-Time Hiking Experiences
There’s a first time for everything! And the fall is a great time to take someone out for their first-time hiking trip! For those of you who are considering doing your first real hike soon, then now is the time to do it. Fall is conducive to new hikers for many reasons, and it’s time […]
1 min read · Sep 16, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
Get Over The Autumn Chill With These Fall Camping Recipes
Cooking by the campfire while may be a bit of a challenge, always ends up being so much fun. Each season, you can be creative with the fall camping recipes you want to make when you go camping. During the fall, it’s a good idea to use some ingredients that are popular this time of year […]
1 min read · Sep 14, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
Fall Hiking: Layer Up in the Backcountry Without Overdoing It
In some areas, fall time can be very unpredictable as far as weather goes. Though it’s not quite winter yet, it tends to feel like that in some backcountry destinations. Generally, hikers know that it’s crucial to bring extra layers on the trail. But, how do you do it without overdoing it? Here are some […]
1 min read · Sep 13, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
Thought You Didn’t Need Fall Hiking Tips? Think Again!
Ahh…fall. What a beautiful time of year to hike, huh? The colors outside look great, the weather is even better, and everything just feels nice and easy while you’re on the trail. That’s because it pretty much is! Hiking in fall is definitely not as risky as it is in summer or winter, that’s for sure. […]
1 min read · Sep 8, 2016 · hanalarock
Stories
If You’ve Never Done a Hike Solo, You’ll Want To Now
Hiking is an incredible thing…so incredible, I’m having a very hard time finding another word to describe it. Hiking does something for you that pretty much nothing else in today’s world can do. It can heal you from things, distract you, and even change you into a whole new, better version of yourself. That being […]
1 min read · Sep 7, 2016 · hanalarock