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Price: Free

Category: Navigation

Updated: May 02, 2012

Version: 4.2.0

Size: 20.5 MB

Language: English

Seller: ParksByNature Network LLC

Rated 4+

Requirements: Compatible with iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad.Requires iOS 4.3 or later.


Customer Ratings

Current Version
     

(11 Ratings)

All Versions
     

(69 Ratings)



Official PA State Parks & Forests Guide- Pocket Ranger® by ParksByNature Network

Official PA State Parks & Forests Guide- Pocket Ranger® Screenshots



Description

Created in alliance with and approved by Pennsylvania State Parks and Forests and Pennsylvania State Parks and Forests Foundation.

Plan your adventure through Pennsylvanias broad tapestry of natural scenery with this FREE mobile appthe only official app for Pennsylvania State Parks and Forests that allows you to access the most up-to-date park information such as upcoming events, weather conditions and safety alert communications, while you experience the outdoors. Choose a park to visit by location or by activity, such as camping or fishing.

The app offers users increased performance and activation speed with multi-tasking capabilities, enhanced user navigation, detailed park maps and an interactive GPS trail mapping guide for use in areas with little to no mobile reception.

Use the photo waypoint feature to snap a photo and mark and record the coordinates of plant life, animal species or landscape views. Post or share these remarkable finds with family and friends with the click of a button.

Interactive GPS feature for on/offline use

For more adventurous outdoor enthusiasts, try your hand at one of our GeoChallenges, which includes geocache and geoquest activities and games.

The enhanced features of the Pocket Ranger apps utilize the functionality of an advanced handheld GPS device, making your park visit more memorable and fun through unique GPS capabilities.

With this FREE app, you can keep track of your friends on the trail, mark waypoints, record tracks, cache maps and share your activities with others.

GPS features:
Work with content, maps and features on/offline
Interactive GPS trail mapping guide
Geocaching activities and games
GPS mapping options include Road, Satellite or Hybrid maps
Easy-to-cache GPS Terrain Map tiles for on/offline use
The GPS Parks Nearest Me feature will help locate parks nearest you
The Friend Finder feature lets you keep track of companions while on a trail
A built-in compass can help direct you
Use the Longitude/Latitude positioning to navigate with ease
Record, Save and Recall Tracks during your hike for future use
Mark and Personalize Waypoints and landmarks such as campgrounds, trailheads, fishing spots, parking areas and other points of interest
Share photos, tracks, waypoints or current position with registered recipients through Facebook, Twitter or email
Export tracks and waypoints in .KML and .GPX formats by email
Alert Communication feature lets your family and friends know your whereabouts

Standard Features:
Access information with ease on/offline
Search for activities of interest on-the-go
Locate sites by park or state region
Cache and view detailed maps of park facilities, trails and campgrounds
Access up-to-date park info
Get directions to each site
Stay current on a parks calendar of events
Access online reservations
Retrieve interactive facility contact info (phone, address and email)
Receive news, alerts and weather updates
Find information on a parks accessibility, pet policy, tide charts, ozone and more
Share your experience through Facebook and Twitter

Like us on Facebook: Facebook.com/pocketranger

Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/pocketranger

* The enhanced pro features on the app are designed to function in areas with little to no mobile reception; however, some of the features require mobile data reception in order to function properly.
* Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

What's New in Version 4.2.0

Performance enhancements and minor bug fixes

Customer Reviews

Crashes (1 star)
Another update another unload able version. Tried deleting the app and reinstalling... No luck there either.

Update: another update, still doesn't work.

Can't open! (1 star)
Crashes. Does finally open to a black screen. Can't use!

Worthless (1 star)
Complete disgrace. Left me stranded. Lost in park, app crashed every time I tried to open it.

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