NC Scouter 11 Posted July 8, 2011 Share Posted July 8, 2011 I switched to an iPhone a couple of weeks ago, and a friend showed me the Sky View app. Not only is it really cool, I think it might help scouts get interested in astronomy who otherwise would not have done so. That got me to thinking, are there other, good, similar apps that you find useful for scouts and leaders? A first aid app, for example. Link to post Share on other sites
oldisnewagain1 42 Posted July 8, 2011 Share Posted July 8, 2011 I have a android so I'm not so sure these will be the same names on iPhone but ... BSA Merit Badge Pro - features all current BSA Merit Badge requirements (really handy for quick reference) tracking completed and in-progress badges tracks rank advancement links to Merit Badge worksheets track camping dates and locations, service projects, leadership positions and a virtual merit badge sash to show off earned merit badges Google Goggles Dutch Oven Calculator KnotsGuide Link to post Share on other sites
NC Scouter 11 Posted July 8, 2011 Author Share Posted July 8, 2011 Thanks. Keep 'em coming. I found this in Wikipedia re: Google Goggles - "Google is currently working to make the system able to recognize different plants and leaves, which can aid curious persons, those wishing to avoid toxic plants, and botanists and environmentalists searching for rare plants." That would be great for scouts! Link to post Share on other sites
oldisnewagain1 42 Posted July 8, 2011 Share Posted July 8, 2011 >Google is currently working to make the system able to recognize different plants and leaves You mean like the "leafsnap" app for iphone(This message has been edited by oldisnewagain1) Link to post Share on other sites
artjrk 11 Posted July 8, 2011 Share Posted July 8, 2011 As SM, I used ScoutTrack for over a year. Main reason was it had the data for the New Scout Handbook as well as all current MBs. Used it more for reference than tracking Since TroopMaster came out with a mobile version for their website. I did use it for tracking my own sons though. I did not like BSA's Handbook app. Link to post Share on other sites
oldisnewagain1 42 Posted July 11, 2011 Share Posted July 11, 2011 Got a new one(and the best part is it's free)... BSA On-the-GO Cub Scout - requirements for Ranks, Belt Loops, and other awards Boy Scout - requirements for Ranks, Merit Badges, reference info (Oath, Law, Outdoor Code...etc) Venturing - requirements for Bronze, Gold, Ranger, Quest, TRUST) Sea Scout - (under the Venturing) requirements for Apprentice, Ordinary, Able, and Quartermaster Varsity - requirements for Letter, Letter Bar, Activity Pins, and Denali Award Special Awards - (Under Scouter Awards) requirements for many different patches (50-Miler, BSA Lifeguard, Firem'n Chit...etc) Medals and Knots - (Under Scouter Awards) requirements for different Square Knots, Awards, and Medals Link to post Share on other sites
jtswestark 11 Posted July 11, 2011 Share Posted July 11, 2011 For iPhone, I think all these are free, except one: Knots Gguide Shoplist (for camping menus) SeizeTheDay (a to-do list for meetings, campouts, etc...) starguide Chirp! Lite (bird songs id - doesnt record and tell what you are hearing tho) Helleniechsin (leni lenape translator) Star Walk - not free, but well worth the couple bucks cost! Link to post Share on other sites
NEPAScouter 10 Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 I've used the $0.99 Animated Rope Knots to show not just the picture of a knot but also the process of tying them. About the only criticism I have of it is that for some knots the movies showing the tying process run a little quickly. The free Planets is a good app to show planet and constellation positions. Its 3D sky view is very good for the price! I also use the free Space Station Lite to get realtime tracking of the International Space Station when we're out waiting for it to appear for flyovers. Link to post Share on other sites
allensz 10 Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 I like Knot Guide HD for the ipad (available as knot guide for the iphone). I searched for BSA On-the-GO but could not find it for the iphone/ipad. is that an android app ? Link to post Share on other sites
oldisnewagain1 42 Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 Yes, BSA On-the-Go is an android app somewhat similar to ScoutTrack Link to post Share on other sites
jrdalys 10 Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 'WhatKnot' for iphone; lots of knots with step by step tying instructions. free Link to post Share on other sites
oldisnewagain1 42 Posted July 21, 2011 Share Posted July 21, 2011 Android apps but there might be an iphone version too... Gaia GPS (Topo maps) EchoLink (you need an amateur radio license for this one) MorseCT - morse code trainer Morse Code Reader Link to post Share on other sites
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