Before embarking on a hike, there are several aspects to consider. From health and wellness tools tracking your location, elevation and trip duration to emergency first-aid situations, there’s an app for that.
Consider safety first and download the First Aid app by Red Cross. Available for free on iOS and Android devices, the official Red Cross app is tailored to your location. The app’s pre-loaded content gives users easy access to all safety information at any time. Take advantage of the expert advice for everyday emergencies and have peace of mind for outdoor adventures. Prepare for emergencies before your hike with the app’s many diagrams, videos, advice and interactive quizzes.
Check out AllTrails for biking, running, hiking and outdoor excursions. Available for free on both iOS and Android, this app allows users the inside scoop on more than 50,000 trails. Explore, plan and record new hikes and save them in your app history to revisit. Look at maps and read expert tips and must-see site suggestions while planning or on the move.
Use your phone’s camera to locate peak names and elevations and track your location with PeakVisor. Available on iOS devices for $4, PeakVisor provides a 3D compass and incredible graphics to detail your mountain location.
During the changing seasons, Weather Live is a vital app to have while venturing outdoors. Available on iOS and Android for $2–3, this app brings users satellite updates with meteorological data including wind speed, direction, humidity, air pressure, precipitation and visibility. Check out the device’s cloud and rain maps with animated weather radar of the United States giving users precise weather insight.
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