Outdoors useful apps
Apps for Safety
First things first, when out and about, it is crucial that you and your unit know exactly what your location is, in case of an emergency. Free apps, which enable you to pinpoint your location are
- OS Locate: https://shop.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/apps/other-apps/os-locate/
- What3Words: https://what3words.com/about
Apps for planning/recording routes
There are many apps which allow you to plan walking, cycling and running routes and also have a number of routes designed by its members. Some are free, others require subscription fees to be paid. Examples are:
- https://komoot.com
- https://osmaps.ordnancesurvey.co.uk
- https://strava.com
- https://footpathapp.com
- https://www.backcountrynavigator.com
- https://www.mapmywalk.com
- https://www.mapmyrun.com
Apps for Geocaching
Geocaching is and fun activity for units to take part in. Popular apps are:
Apps for identifying nature
Not sure what you just saw or heard? Then try:
- https://birdnet.cornell.edu
- https://www.inaturalist.org/pages/seek_app
- https://identify.plantnet.org
