Outdoor enthusiasts rejoice! McCaw unveils groundbreaking technology designed for safety while venturing into the great outdoors.
A new trip planning app for walkers and trampers, called Plan My Walk, has launched, aiming to make outdoor adventures safer and more accessible for everyone. The app, developed by MSC, was inspired by several years of analysis of incidents in outdoor adventures.
Richie and Gemma McCaw, passionate advocates for the outdoors and safety, have backed the app. The McCaws have been using Plan My Walk for their local Canterbury trips and praise its ability to encourage exploration while making safety an easy aspect.
The app provides inspiration and essential safety information for outdoor adventures, helping users find a track, navigate through weather conditions, track information, relevant alerts, and an interactive gear list. It serves as a comprehensive guide for various outdoor adventure elements, making it an ideal tool for those who want to go on outdoor adventures but lack the knowledge of how to do so.
Plan My Walk is designed to be a great educational tool for outdoor safety. Users can help others by sharing their planning and preparation advice through reviews with photos on the app. The safety aspect of the app is considered the most important feature, with a concerning number of trampers who sustain injuries, require search and rescue, or do not return home often being found to be mostly avoidable.
The app's simplicity is another standout feature. A shareable trip plan can be created in a couple of minutes, including adding group members, an emergency contact, daily schedule, and trip notes. The app is accessible to everyone, regardless of ability, and is available for free download from preferred app stores.
Over summer, Plan My Walk offers a great opportunity for trying out something new and exciting. The website for Plan My Walk is www.planmywalk.nz. Gemma McCaw emphasizes the importance of good planning for outdoor adventures, and with Plan My Walk, planning has never been easier.
So, whether you're a seasoned outdoor adventurer or a beginner, Plan My Walk is the perfect companion for your next adventure. Download it today and start planning your next walk or tramp with confidence!
