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Don’t Wanna Get Lost? There’s an App for That – But So What?

October 27, 2016 explorersweb Oceanography | Oceans | Science

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New smartphone apps will tell you every significant feature on the Pacific Crest Trail, but the real experience requires self discovery. Read story at AdventureJournal

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