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Backcountry Skills
Getting Suited Up: Basic Winter Gear
Hiking during the winter means going out in conditions that are not always favorable by your current set of gear. The snow, ice, wind, and little visibility can take a toll on things, and you want to make sure that you’re prepared with only the most supportive and reliable gear. If you’re new to hiking […]
1 min read · Dec 17, 2015 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
The 7 Do’s and Don’ts of Winter Hiking
For those getting ready to hike this winter, there’s a lot to prepare for; much more so than during the other seasons. Just being a person who is comfortable in the cold or used to the snow isn’t quite enough. There are a lot of things to look out for while being in the outdoors […]
1 min read · Dec 16, 2015 · hanalarock
Backpacking
9 Great Films About the Outdoors
Not all of us get to be in the outdoors all the time, so seeing a movie about it usually helps with those post backpacking-blues. There’s plenty of great books out there for those who like to read these adventures, but for those who just prefer the film world, these movies will keep you at the […]
1 min read · Dec 10, 2015 · hanalarock
Backcountry Destinations
8 Long Distance Trails in Canada You Need to Try Now
If you’ve exhausted most hiking options in the US, then why not head to Canada to hike its long distance trails? The US is full of amazing long trails that you can spend quite some time exploring. If you’ve had the opportunity to spend time on trails like the AT or the PCT, then you’re […]
1 min read · Dec 4, 2015 · hanalarock
Backpacking
12 Awesome Holiday Gifts for Backpackers
With the holidays right around the corner, you’ll have to start thinking about gifts to get that person in your life who backpacks. It’s not an easy task; someone who backpacks often likely doesn’t have a connection to materialistic things, and getting them gear that they should really pick out themselves or they don’t already […]
1 min read · Dec 3, 2015 · hanalarock
Backcountry Destinations
6 Gorgeous Places to Birdwatch in North America
Have you ever thought to do some birdwatching while you backpack, but you’re not quite sure where to start? North America is a diverse place when it comes to wildlife, and what you see in one area might be completely different from what you see in another. If you’ve never given this enjoyable hobby a chance, then […]
1 min read · Nov 30, 2015 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
Choosing a Rain Jacket
A rain jacket is crucial when it comes to your health and comfort while hiking. Everyone who hikes knows that you need to layer up, but the outermost layer is the one that can be difficult to choose. If it rains while you’re on the trail you want to be prepared, because having to hike […]
1 min read · Nov 25, 2015 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
A Brief Intro to Hiking Permits
If you’re a serious backpacker, then it’s likely you’ve had to deal with getting a permit before. However, for someone who may have not had to do it yet, there’s a lot of information out there that can just be confusing. Getting a hiking permit is essential if you’re looking to stay overnight in national […]
1 min read · Nov 24, 2015 · hanalarock
Backcountry Destinations
10 Amazing Spots You Wouldn’t Believe are in America
The world is filled with some unique places that look as if they belong in another dimension. We’ve seen them before in images that look too beautiful for us to even believe they actually exist. The more you backpack, the more you discover how fascinating nature really is. We just don’t take enough time to […]
1 min read · Nov 23, 2015 · hanalarock
Backpacking
8 Great Sunglasses for Backpackers
While on the trail, it’s essential to protect your eyes. In addition to protecting your skin, your head, your body, and yourself from danger, many forget that the eyes need to be just as protected. For those who wear glasses and even those who don’t, there’s plenty of eyewear out there that will keep your […]
1 min read · Nov 19, 2015 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
10 Things You Wish You Knew Before Backpacking
Is there anything you would have done differently before that big backpacking trip? Most backpackers will tell you that they don’t have any regrets when it comes to hitting the trail, but perhaps there were some things they wish they could go back in time and fix, if only they had known before hand. Unfortunately, […]
1 min read · Nov 17, 2015 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
10 Ways to Stay Clean on the Trail
One of my pet peeves while I’m hiking is the inability to take a nice, long shower after a day of sweating and getting dirty. Though that’s the fun part for many people, for me, I start to feel like I have bugs crawling all over me. If you’re the same, then you know that […]
1 min read · Nov 16, 2015 · hanalarock