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Backcountry Skills
How to Hike Trails and Mountains: For Starters
There’s a first time for everything, and for those who have never hiked before, this is for you. Some people fear that they don’t have what it takes to be able to conquer a hike, and therefore put off trying it in the first place. Hiking can no doubt be a difficult task, but anyone […]
1 min read · May 10, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Destinations
This Map of Saskatchewan Was Made by a Blogger
Andy Goodson is a blogger from Saskatchewan, Canada, who wanted to find out more about his “backyard.” Even though it’s fairly easy to research where to go in this backcountry destination, Goodson felt that the information available wasn’t gathered in an easily readable format. After setting out with his friends on various adventures and blogging about […]
1 min read · May 4, 2016 · hanalarock
2016
The 7 Best Backpacks of 2016
If you’re searching for a the right backpack for your upcoming hike or trek, then it’s good to know which ones have been rated the highest. Though you can get any backpack as long as it fits your hiking needs, you want to also have one that will be reliable once you’re in the outdoors. […]
1 min read · Apr 26, 2016 · hanalarock
2016
The Top Pick Tents of 2016
Once you know how to choose a tent that is best for your adventure, it comes the time to choose the one you’re actually going to purchase. No matter what kind of camping or hiking you’re going to be doing, there’s a great tent out there for everyone. Before you put money down on any […]
1 min read · Apr 25, 2016 · hanalarock
Backpacking
6 Steps to Choosing the Right Backpack
If you’re new to backpacking this coming spring, there’s one very important gear item you’re going to need for your adventure. A backpack. Like most gear items, choosing a backpack can be just as exciting as it is complicated. There are so many brands and types to choose from that you might be wondering how one […]
1 min read · Apr 21, 2016 · hanalarock
Backpacking
Your Ultralight Backpacking Checklist
It ’s easy to do ultralight backpacking if you know what gear to bring along and what gear to leave at home and this ultralight backpacking checklist will help you identify that gear. In order to fully enjoy your backpacking trip, it’s super important that you’re able to carry everything that’s inside your bag. It’s also […]
1 min read · Apr 11, 2016 · hanalarock
2016
The 7 Best Sleeping Bags of 2016
Having the right sleeping bag to sleep in after a long day hiking is a necessary component of a perfect backpacking trip. Sleeping bags come in all different materials, shapes, sizes, and colors. Though you’ll want something that looks good and feels good, any sleeping bag you choose needs to do its job of letting […]
1 min read · Apr 7, 2016 · hanalarock
Backpacking
A Guide on How to Choose a Tent
Anytime you walk into a backpacking store, the amount of gear in one section can be rather overwhelming. This especially goes for tents. As several tents are out on display, you can get lost once you have to choose a tent that’s right for you. Similar to choosing a backpack, a cooking stove, or a […]
1 min read · Apr 6, 2016 · hanalarock
Backpacking
8 Backpacker-Friendly Grocery Stores
Shopping for backpacking food can be a trek on its own. Trying to find grocery stores that sell the types of foods or packaged meals you’re looking can be a daunting task if you’re not sure where to look. Sometimes, it involves driving far away to find the right store, or going up and down […]
1 min read · Mar 30, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
10 Delicious Solutions for the Vegan Hiker
A majority of the foods we eat outdoors are not always mindful of hikers who have dietary restrictions, like veganism. For those who can’t eat animal products, it’s easy to say you’ve had a harder time than others when it comes to eating on the trail. However, there are options available for you that let […]
1 min read · Mar 28, 2016 · hanalarock
Backpacking
13 Struggles Every Backpacker Knows
Life for a backpacker is wonderful, but it’s not always easy. Despite the freedom of connecting with nature and constantly being surrounded by absolute beauty, it’s not always as glamorous as it seems. Though most backpackers got it down, there are parts of this hobby that will always be a struggle, no matter how much […]
1 min read · Mar 17, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
How to Cook Over a Fire
While many people go for portable stoves as their main cooking mechanism in the backcountry, others prefer to go with the classic way of making a fire. Cooking over a fire that you built yourself is something everyone needs to try at least once. However, creating a fire that is easy to cook over and […]
1 min read · Mar 15, 2016 · hanalarock