{"id":3449,"date":"2024-06-04T14:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-06-04T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wordpress.aber.ac.uk\/digital-capabilities\/?p=3449"},"modified":"2024-05-30T09:37:51","modified_gmt":"2024-05-30T08:37:51","slug":"nature-at-your-fingertips-my-favourite-apps-for-exploring-the-outdoors-%f0%9f%8d%83%f0%9f%8c%bb","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wordpress.aber.ac.uk\/digital-capabilities\/2024\/06\/04\/nature-at-your-fingertips-my-favourite-apps-for-exploring-the-outdoors-%f0%9f%8d%83%f0%9f%8c%bb\/","title":{"rendered":"Nature at your fingertips: My favourite apps for exploring the outdoors \ud83c\udf43\ud83c\udf3b"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong><em>Blogpost by Noel Czempik (Student Digital Champion)<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"205\" src=\"http:\/\/wordpress.aber.ac.uk\/digital-capabilities\/files\/2023\/11\/digital-wellbei_62641738-1024x205.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2043\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress.aber.ac.uk\/digital-capabilities\/files\/2023\/11\/digital-wellbei_62641738-1024x205.png 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress.aber.ac.uk\/digital-capabilities\/files\/2023\/11\/digital-wellbei_62641738-300x60.png 300w, https:\/\/wordpress.aber.ac.uk\/digital-capabilities\/files\/2023\/11\/digital-wellbei_62641738-768x153.png 768w, https:\/\/wordpress.aber.ac.uk\/digital-capabilities\/files\/2023\/11\/digital-wellbei_62641738-1536x307.png 1536w, https:\/\/wordpress.aber.ac.uk\/digital-capabilities\/files\/2023\/11\/digital-wellbei_62641738-2048x409.png 2048w, https:\/\/wordpress.aber.ac.uk\/digital-capabilities\/files\/2023\/11\/digital-wellbei_62641738-712x142.png 712w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:12px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>With days getting longer and temperatures on the rise, many crave spending more time outdoors. To enhance your outdoor adventures, I&#8217;ve compiled a list of my favourite free apps that will hopefully spark your curiosity and deepen your appreciation for nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>AllTrails<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>AllTrails is a pocket guide to walking trails, biking routes and nature spots suitable for various activity levels and abilities. The app allows you to plan your next adventure, whether small or big and helps you discover new places or return to your favourite spots!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow aligncenter\"><div data-effect=\"slide\"><div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_container swiper-container\"><ul class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_swiper-wrapper swiper-wrapper\"><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"2348\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-3454\" data-id=\"3454\" src=\"http:\/\/wordpress.aber.ac.uk\/digital-capabilities\/files\/2024\/05\/AllTrails-1.jpg\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"2175\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-3453\" data-id=\"3453\" src=\"http:\/\/wordpress.aber.ac.uk\/digital-capabilities\/files\/2024\/05\/AllTrails-2.jpg\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"2347\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-3451\" data-id=\"3451\" src=\"http:\/\/wordpress.aber.ac.uk\/digital-capabilities\/files\/2024\/05\/AllTrails-4.jpg\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"2356\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-3452\" data-id=\"3452\" src=\"http:\/\/wordpress.aber.ac.uk\/digital-capabilities\/files\/2024\/05\/AllTrails-3.jpg\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-prev swiper-button-prev swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"><\/a><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-next swiper-button-next swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"><\/a><a aria-label=\"Pause Slideshow\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-pause\" role=\"button\"><\/a><div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_pagination swiper-pagination swiper-pagination-white\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>These are some of my favorite features in the app:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Search for trails by location and filter by type of activity, difficulty, accessibility and length.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access detailed trail information, including thorough descriptions of the pathways, current weather and ground conditions, and available facilities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check out reviews and photos to help you decide if it\u2019s the right trail for you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Save your favourite trails and share them with others in the app.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#62be6f3b\">\ud83d\udcf2 <a href=\"https:\/\/alltrails.io\/xJp9gViQKqb\"><strong>Download from Google Play<\/strong><\/a><strong> \ud83d\udcf2<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/alltrails.io\/em2gG5fTKqb\"><strong>Download from the Apple Store<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Seek by iNaturalist<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Have you ever seen a plant whilst out walking and wondered what it was? Seek allows you to effortlessly identify species of plants, animals, and fungi on the go. The app does not require registration; simply download it and point it at living things around you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow aligncenter\"><div data-effect=\"slide\"><div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_container swiper-container\"><ul class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_swiper-wrapper swiper-wrapper\"><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"2389\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-3457\" data-id=\"3457\" src=\"http:\/\/wordpress.aber.ac.uk\/digital-capabilities\/files\/2024\/05\/Seek-1.jpg\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"2355\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-3456\" data-id=\"3456\" src=\"http:\/\/wordpress.aber.ac.uk\/digital-capabilities\/files\/2024\/05\/Seek-2.jpg\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"2352\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-3455\" data-id=\"3455\" src=\"http:\/\/wordpress.aber.ac.uk\/digital-capabilities\/files\/2024\/05\/Seek-3.jpg\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-prev swiper-button-prev swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"><\/a><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-next swiper-button-next swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"><\/a><a aria-label=\"Pause Slideshow\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-pause\" role=\"button\"><\/a><div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_pagination swiper-pagination swiper-pagination-white\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>My favourite features in the app are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can point the in-app camera at what you\u2019d like to identify or take a picture and upload it to the app later.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn more about the species&#8217; taxonomy, seasonality, and geographical origin.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Being able to engage with a community and share the species that you\u2019ve found with the app. <a href=\"https:\/\/plantnet.org\/en\/\">PlantNet<\/a> is another app that\u2019s useful if you want to be part of a citizen science project on plant biodiversity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#62be6f3b\">\ud83d\udcf2 <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=org.inaturalist.seek&amp;referrer=utm_source%3Dinat-seek-page%26utm_campaign%3DiNaturalist%2520Seek%2520Page%26anid%3Dadmob\"><strong>Download from Google Play<\/strong><\/a><strong> \ud83d\udcf2<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/app\/apple-store\/id1353224144?pt=475606&amp;ct=inat-seek-page&amp;mt=8\"><strong>Download from the Apple Store<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>SkyView Lite<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The final app I\u2019d like to share with you is SkyView Lite. This app contains an interactive sky map that allows users to recognise stars, planets and other celestial objects. The app is intuitive, accurate and easy to personalise. In Wales, weather can often be unpredictable, and clear skies often come as a surprise. With SkyView at hand, you can take full advantage of spontaneous stargazing!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow aligncenter\"><div data-effect=\"slide\"><div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_container swiper-container\"><ul class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_swiper-wrapper swiper-wrapper\"><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"2400\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-3459\" data-id=\"3459\" src=\"http:\/\/wordpress.aber.ac.uk\/digital-capabilities\/files\/2024\/05\/SkyView-2.jpg\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"2329\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-3460\" data-id=\"3460\" src=\"http:\/\/wordpress.aber.ac.uk\/digital-capabilities\/files\/2024\/05\/SkyView-1.jpg\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"2177\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-3461\" data-id=\"3461\" src=\"http:\/\/wordpress.aber.ac.uk\/digital-capabilities\/files\/2024\/05\/SkyView-4-1.jpg\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-prev swiper-button-prev swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"><\/a><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-next swiper-button-next swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"><\/a><a aria-label=\"Pause Slideshow\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-pause\" role=\"button\"><\/a><div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_pagination swiper-pagination swiper-pagination-white\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>My favourite things about the app are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It does not require an internet connection or GPS, so it can be used in remote areas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap on any celestial object to get a detailed description. Tap again for more information and educational facts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The app works indoors, too, so you can learn anytime, regardless of the weather.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#62be6f3b\">\ud83d\udcf2 <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.t11.skyviewfree&amp;hl=en_GB\"><strong>Download from Google Play<\/strong><\/a> \ud83d\udcf2 <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/skyview-lite\/id413936865\"><strong>Download from the Apple Store<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Blogpost by Noel Czempik (Student Digital Champion) With days getting longer and temperatures on the rise, many crave spending more time outdoors. To enhance your outdoor adventures, I&#8217;ve compiled a list of my favourite free apps that will hopefully spark your curiosity and deepen your appreciation for nature. 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