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Backcountry Skills
10 Hacks for the Trail
If the time has come for you to get into nature, the time has come for you to get prepared for it. You want to be comfortable. You want to be safe. And, of course, you want to have a great time! The following 10 hacks will help to ensure your adventure goes swimmingly! Garbage […]
1 min read · Aug 20, 2019 · Christina Applin
Backcountry Skills
Proper Layering for Alpine Climbing in Intense Winter Conditions
When the temperatures begin to drop, layering up properly becomes more important than ever, especially for anyone pursuing wintertime outdoor activities such as ice climbing. Too many layers can be cumbersome and cause overheating while too few layers can lead to a chilly and potentially miserable day out. If you have plans to head out […]
1 min read · Jan 24, 2019 · Ian Campbell
Backcountry Skills
How to Set Up a Camp Kitchen
Even the top chefs have trouble cooking when it comes to cooking in the wild. Cooking can be a challenging task when you are outdoors and away from home and if your camp kitchen is not set up right then it makes it even harder for you to cook a decent meal. A proper camp kitchen […]
1 min read · Jan 9, 2019 · Ian Campbell
Backcountry Skills
3 Steps to Taking Care of Business in the Backcountry
The nitty gritty of being outdoors is always hard to deal with, but ultimately, all part of the experience. Sure, you’re not going to be entirely clean for the time you’re outdoors, but you’ll get used to it fairly quickly. Being without your regular comforts (in some cases, luxuries) like a hot shower or a […]
1 min read · Feb 2, 2017 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
How to Tame Your Mane While in the Great Outdoors
When you’re spending a lot of time outdoors, it’s sometimes hard to keep from getting dirty. While it’s certainly part of the experience, it’s important to make hygiene a priority while you’re on the trail. If you’re not practicing proper hygiene, it can not only be uncomfortable, but you can also be at risk for […]
1 min read · Jan 31, 2017 · hanalarock
Camping
This Gear Can Simplify Your Car Camping Experience
One of the reasons car camping is always a good time is because you can minimize the stress when it comes to bringing all of your gear for car camping. Basically, whatever fits in the car can come to the campground with you. That being said, once you’ve got the essentials, there will hopefully be space for […]
1 min read · Oct 5, 2016 · hanalarock
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
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
Checklists
Every Item You Need for Your Fall Gear List
The fall hiking season is just beginning. Are you ready? Each season requires different hiking gear in order for hikers to be safe and comfortable. Though hiking typically requires the same kind of gear no matter what the season is, there are some unique requirements for each time of year. It’s important to check if […]
1 min read · Sep 6, 2016 · hanalarock
Essentials
8 Items You Should Be Able to Find in Every Hiker’s Home
The trail might be considered your second home, but unless you’re a nomad, you probably have an actual shelter you sleep in when you’re not hiking. How you live at home is probably very telling of what kind of person you are, or at least what interests you possess. While every hiker lives two lives, […]
1 min read · Aug 15, 2016 · hanalarock
Backpacking
7 Sure-Fire Ways to Repel Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes or “mozzies” are one of the biggest complaints hikers have about summertime hiking. These little critters will stop at nothing before they nibble you to little itchy pieces. People, therefore, have been coming up with the best possible ways to repel mosquitoes for years. Fortunately, getting these guys off of you has become easier as […]
1 min read · Jul 27, 2016 · hanalarock
Backpacking
5 Flashlight Types for Late Night Hiking and Camping
Flashlights, believe it or not, are one of the most forgotten items when people go hiking. If you have forgotten your flashlight before, we don’t blame you. When you only need something for certain times of day, and you already have one on your phone, it sometimes gets left behind. That being said, a flashlight […]
1 min read · Jul 26, 2016 · hanalarock