Overview and Audience
An app specifically for backpackers and passionate hikers alike. The app offers trails and parks with short distances and long distances with reviews and ratings from previous hikers. The app is tailored for security as well as preparation for hikes with tips and gear lists. The app solves the issue of finding and preparing for hikes for beginner and experienced backpackers. As well as the noteworthy multiple safety features including GPS tracking. Providing necessary tips such as how to deal with wild animals and different injuries, to gear list for all weather conditions and distances. Trail Tribe is the one-stop-shop for finding, and properly preparing for all hikes.
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Design Concepts
Challenges: It can be difficult for people who want to start backpacking to know what gear is required and what trails are long enough (near them) that would be appropriate to spend a day or two hiking on. The app would provide safe and long trails that could be located in local parks, or state parks.
Approach: Researching for the most valuable information that would need to be included in the app was something I was very thorough about. This includes, trails, parks, trail information, and extensive amount of gear and safety tips.
Differentiations: What makes Trail Tribe different from other hiking/backpacking apps is the amount of help and support Trail Tribe offers. From survival tips for worst case scenarios, to providing users with gear information such as tents, backpacks, clothing and more. The app would be free to download without a required subscription service making this easily accessible to all users.
Solution: A straightforward navigation and a simple layout involving dropdown menus to not overwhelm users. Categorization of information in the main navigation, as well as options to save trails, gears, and gear lists so users can easily find and store their inspirations further enhance the objectives of the Trial Tribe.