Plan My Walk

Plan My Walk will help you plan and prepare for your NZ outdoor adventure. Providing you with a comprehensive database of walking/tramping tracks across New Zealand, you can plan your adventure with confidence. Select a track and enter your trip dates to receive specific alerts, weather warnings and watches, a track-specific weather forecast, and an interactive gear list. You can build a trip plan by adding contacts who are joining you, designate an emergency contact, upload trip notes or documents. Once your trip plan is complete you can share it with your contacts, and off you go!

Brief: "Plan My Walk" is a meticulous outdoor planning app designed to enhance the safety and experience of trekkers and outdoor enthusiasts. With its purpose-built features, the app serves as a reliable companion for planning walking excursions in varying terrains, ensuring users are well-informed and prepared for their adventures.

Core Features:

• 🗺️ Route Planning: Create and customize your walking route with detailed maps and waypoints.
• 📊 Weather Forecasts: Access real-time weather updates to plan your walk accordingly.
• 🏞️ Safety Notifications: Receive alerts about safety information and changes in terrain or conditions.
• 🎒 Gear Checklist: Get recommendations for essential gear based on the nature of your walk.
• 🆘 Emergency Services: Quick access to emergency contact details and safety advice. ⛑️

Pros:

• 👍 Enhanced Preparedness: Provides comprehensive information for before and during your walks.
• 👍 User-Friendly Interface: Intuitive design that makes navigation and planning simple.
• 👍 Real-Time Updates: Keeps you informed with the latest weather and safety alerts.
• 👍 Customization Options: Tailor your walking experience with personalized route mapping.
• 👍 Community Insights: Tap into the knowledge of a community of fellow walkers. 🚶

Cons:

• 👎 Region Restrictions: May have limited features or information in certain geographic areas.
• 👎 Data Dependency: Requires a steady data connection for real-time updates, which may be unavailable in remote areas.
• 👎 Battery Usage: Extensive app features may drain battery life quickly.
• 👎 Learning Curve: New users may initially find the array of features overwhelming.
• 👎 In-app Purchases: Some additional features might require payment, creating a barrier for full access for all users. 💳

Price: 💵 This app is free to download, with certain premium features accessible through in-app purchases.

Community:

• Official Site: Plan My Walk
• YouTube Channel: Mountain Safety Council
• Facebook: Plan My Walk

(Note: For the most up-to-date community resources and links, users should refer to the app's official website or reach out to the app's customer support.)