Category: Map Reading
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Purple Lizard Maps are coming to HiiKER!
HiiKER announcing their first Independent mapping partner in the US – Purple Lizard Maps. Teaming up to deliver on the mission to help more people to explore more.
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Navigating Land Access Rights for Hiking in the UK
Understanding where you can and cannot walk in the UK can be tricky. With OS maps on HiiKER, you will have the most up to date land information available for your next adventure.
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community, Connemara, cork, Fitness & Wellbeing, Hiking, Ireland, kerry, Map Reading, Mayo, mountain safety, Mountain Skills, mourne mountains, Navigation skills, northern ireland, Podcast, Weekend Inspiration, Wicklow
Summiting all 275 of Ireland’s mountains in record time – Ellie Berry
Join Eoin as he speaks to Ellie Berry about her recent record-breaking achievement of summiting all 275 of Ireland’s highest mountains in just over 50 days.
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Challenge hike, Europe, Fitness & Wellbeing, Map Reading, Mountain Leader, mountain safety, Mountain Skills, Navigation skills, peak bagging, Weekend Inspiration
Climbing 28 Peaks in 28 days with Parkinson’s Disease – Ian O’Brien – The HiiKER Podcast
HiiKER CMO and host of the podcast speaks with Ian O’Brien, a fellow irish man who took on the challenge of scaling the highest point in each of the EU27 States and The UK.
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Hiking, Ireland, Map Reading, Mobile Apps, mountain safety, Mountain Skills, Navigation skills, Topo Maps, United Kingdom
The Great Navigation Debate: Traditional map & compass vs. HiiKER app vs. a blended approach
“Explore the pros and cons of navigation methods: the timeless map & compass, the innovative HiiKER app, and a combined approach. Discover which suits your hiking style best in ‘The Great Navigation Debate’.”
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kerry, Map Reading, Mountain Leader, mountain safety, Mountain Skills, Navigation skills, Partnerships, scotland, Scotland, Topo Maps, United Kingdom
New Harvey maps launched on HiiKER
Harvey maps have released two new Superwalker maps this month and they are now available to use on HiiKER Earlier this month, Harvey Maps released the print version of their Dingle Peninsula (Ireland) and Lochnagar (Scotland) “Superwalker” maps. Avid fans of Harvey maps have eagerly anticipated the release of these maps of the two highly…
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Navigating the Difference: True North vs. Magnetic North
“Explore the crucial differences between True North and Magnetic North, and discover how modern navigation tools like HiiKER ensure accuracy on your hiking adventures. Stay informed and on the right path!”
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Miles or Kilometers? Navigating measurements on Hiking Trails
Discover the differences between the metric and imperial systems used in hiking, and learn how to quickly convert miles to kilometers and vice versa. This article also delves into the measurements used in topographic maps and provides helpful tips on accurately calculating distances and elevations, ensuring a safe and well-planned hiking adventure.
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What’s new with HiiKER? New Functionality & more
From new features to new maps and everything in between, find out the latest news about HiiKER.
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Europe, Hiking, Ireland, kerry, List, long distance hiking, Long-Distance Hiking Trails, Map Reading, Short Trails, Trail
Hiking in the Most Beautiful Place on Earth – Dingle
Discover the breathtaking beauty of Dingle, Ireland in this comprehensive hiking guide. Explore its enchanting landscapes, fascinating points of interest, and diverse trail recommendations. Immerse yourself in the allure of Dingle – a hiker’s paradise, rich in history and natural beauty.
