About WNC Hiking Hub
WNC Hiking Hub's mission is to connect outdoor enthusiasts in Western North Carolina who want to explore the beauty of the region while enjoying the company of like-minded adventurers.
The idea for this app arose when Meetup drastically increased its fees, forcing many small hiking groups to shut down. WNC Hiking Hub aims to provide a free and community-focused alternative to help hikers connect and organize adventures together.
Upcoming Features
The app is currently in beta-testing stage. Based on the feedback received, I will decide which additional features to add. Here are some features I have in mind:
General Features:
- Introduce a paid membership option and reserve some of the participant features below for premium users
- Create a mobile app version people can download on their device
- Integrate AllTrails API (if it becomes available)
Participant Features:
- Earn levels and badges based on hike attendance and display them on user bio
- Connect with other users via in-app messaging or Slack
- Opt in for updates on new hikes, changes, or cancellations
- Participate in challenges (like earning a badge by hiking to 10 waterfalls)
- Organize specialized groups (like women-only, waterfall enthusiasts)
- Earn leader certifications by completing a certain number of hikes
Collaboration / Beta Testing
Send me an e-mail or join the AM Web Studio slack channel if you would like to:
- Collaborate on any of the upcoming features
- Beta test the app
- Review the code and share your feedback
Collaborators
This app was developed by Annie McMahon, with contributions from:
Technology Used
- Frontend: CSS, JavaScript, React, Next.js, Tailwind, ShadCN
- Backend: Supabase, SQL
- Testing: Jest, React Testing Library
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