Heading out into the great outfoors? These apps can help you make the most of your hike by mapping routes and providing safety features. But for most people, just being outdoors isn’t enough to get ...

Modern hiking and backpacking apps are more than mere navigational aids, they are comprehensive guides that seamlessly integrate with the great outdoors. Whether you're a seasoned trekker or a novice ...

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There are plenty of tools and technologies today to keep us safe and connected in our daily lives. Cars come equipped with satellites to help us find the best driving route. Phones pinpoint our ...

If you're planning to hike this summer, experts say to consider bringing a paper map. That’s because hiking organizations and rescuers around the country are seeing an increase in injuries and rescues ...

I'm one of the people who, after avoiding Apple Maps like the plague after it first launched, eventually made the jump from Google Maps and have been perfectly happy ever since. However, Apple Maps ...