Outdoor enthusiasts can now benefit from a groundbreaking application, pioneered by McCaw, focusing on enhancing safety during outdoor activities.

The Plan My Walk app, a new tool designed to aid adventurous Kiwis in making it home safely, has been launched in Aotearoa. This innovative app, developed by the company Wanderlog, is now available for walkers and trampers across the country.

Richie McCaw, a New Zealand rugby legend, and his wife Gemma, have backed the app, citing their passion for the outdoors and safety. Richie emphasizes that the app encourages exploration while making safety a simple thing. The McCaws themselves use the app for their local Canterbury trips.

The app offers a range of features to help users plan and prepare for outdoor activities. Users can create a simple shareable trip plan in a matter of minutes, adding group members, an emergency contact, daily schedule, and trip notes. The app also helps find a track, guides users through weather, track information, relevant alerts, and an interactive gear list.

One of the key features of the Plan My Walk app is its ability to address small gaps in planning that can impact safety. Users can learn from others' experiences through reviews and photos left at tracks, huts, or campsites. They can even share their planning and preparation advice with others.

The decision to develop the Plan My Walk app was made after several years of in-depth incident analysis. A concerning number of trampers who require assistance or tragically never make it home are mostly avoidable. The app aims to provide inspiration, essential safety information, and easy trip planning to help reduce these incidents.

The Plan My Walk app is considered a great educational tool by Richie McCaw. It's not just for experienced adventurers but also for those who want to go on outdoor adventures but don't know how to get started. The app is accessible to everyone, regardless of ability.

Over summer, the Plan My Walk app is encouraged as an opportunity to try out something new and exciting. Whether you're planning a day walk or a multi-day tramp, the app is there to help you make it a safe and enjoyable experience.

To download the app, visit your preferred app store or access it online at www.planmywalk.nz. So, grab your gear, download the Plan My Walk app, and set off on your next adventure with peace of mind.