Monday, July 14, 2025

What's on my iPhone and iPad - My most used Apps






Find my device - I'll admit I've lost/misplaced my devices more than once since I've been traveling full-time. Usually it's my iPhone, but I've also needed to locate my iPad and MacBook on a few occasions. 
This app has saved me many times.

AllTrails - This is my goto app for finding and navigating trails. You can search for trails in your local area or just about anywhere. You can download your trails to use off-line, it keeps you on track while on the trail, and provides stats while you're hiking.

Goodnotes -  Good notes allows you to either type or write on your device.
I use it for journaling, todo lists, etc. I also download all my manuals to it so I can take notes and highlight important sections. I use this app daily.
Blue Beacon - My favorite place to get my RV washed. They do a fantastic job, even spraying the undercarriage, and dousing my roof and solar panels.
The app gives you directions to the nearest location and lists the services available.

iOverlander 2 - My favorite app to find places to boondock. Users add places you can park overnight for free. It also will show you where you can dump your tanks, get fresh water, do laundry, and many other things you need while on the road. 

Google Maps - This is my primary mapping/routing app. Gives me all the information I need to travel, including things to do, route options, option to avoid highways and toll roads, etc.


Google Earth - I use this in addition to Google Maps to get an overview of the area I am hiking, camping, traveling through. I like that I can zoom in and see what the terrain looks like and get a good clear view at street level.


Kindle for iPad- While I like to read out of physical books, I have moved almost everything to my iPad to save space and weight. I read all the time and love reading on the iPad. I have library cards for several libraries around the country so I can borrow books wherever I am. 

Merlin Bird ID - This is a fun app to ID birds from the sounds they make. You can record the sounds and then it will tell you what you are hearing. Neat and interesting app.


Apple Weather App - There are probably better weather apps but I really like the simplicity of this app. Provides the information I need, including wind, visibility and precipitation. I like that I can add multiple locations to keep updated on weather conditions in other area.

Worship 24/7 - Online radio station that plays worship music 24/7. I love to start my morning listening to Worship 24/7. Their mission is to ignite a passion for God through worship that results in a life of discipleship, evangelism, generosity and service. www.worship247.com

YouTube - My source for entertainment and learning about RVing and a bunch of other things I'm curious about. I have a short attention span so YouTube is perfect for me. Plus it's free!

Gasbuddy - This a fuel app where I get discounts anywhere from $.03-.30/gallon. I can also use it for other purchases since it is a MasterCard and it will give me additional fuel discounts.

Harvest Host - I pay an annual fee to be a member but it gives me access to over 5,000 places to boondock/camp for free. They ask that you patronize that business (suggested $20-30) that is hosting you. I've stayed at alpaca farms, horse ranches, wineries, churches, museums, and many more awesome places. https://www.harvesthosts.com/?refid=ctde6mwb 

Walmart - I use the Walmart app in two ways. In a pinch, if all else fails, I can locate a store near my current location and stay in the parking lot overnight. I use this as a last resort if my other plans don't work out. Additionally I use the app for curbside pickup. I can place my order for supplies from the parking lot and pick them up first thing in the morning before hitting the road.

Rec.gov - This is the Federal Government's site for everything recreational. National Parks, BLM Areas, Army Corp of Engineers Areas, and National Forest Service Areas. You can search specific parks, reserve campsites, find trail maps, and get general information about area. 


Apple Podcasts App - I download podcasts whenever I have WiFi so I can listen to them on the road or in the evenings when I don't have cell service. Podcasts keep me entertained and I have also listened to them to learn a few things!




Apple App Store - I'm an Apple guy so all these are available in the App Store. I assume they are available in the Google Play Store as well.






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