iHunter Ontario App

Found this absolutely perfect app for download ($5.99 - well worth it) for android and iPhones. It takes hunting to a new level, lots of information available at the 'click of a button". What is good about it is that the information is stored on your device so even without being connected you still have access to information about the WMU, location, Regs, sunrise, sunset, local by-laws, hunting seasons, waypoints, email/twit-your-geo-location, - you name it. Asked the developer to add crown land maps - said it is possible - probably with an extra cost as he himself will have to pay for them. Check it out - there's something for everybody.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...side.ihunteron

There was a thread with this app not too long ago. I downloaded it and am very pleased for the $5.99 price point. I certainly don't mind paying for an app, but it better be worth it. Winchester has a ballistics app, which is pretty neat.

Link to the app? - got it....

https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...308_winchester

Just curious if any information you put into the app like hunting spots, sightings, waypoints etc is available for others to see?

I would expect not. The reason I ask is there are some photo apps that allow others to find good photo locations based on a database of images by map and geo locations

edit: I have sent the developer an email asking

I have downloaded the App after receiving this quick response from the developer

"Great question James.

No, the data never leaves your device to be stored on our servers and no one other than yourself can view your data. The only exception is if you turn on iCloud backup (highly recommended). With iCloud backup enabled, the data gets backed up to Apples servers, but no one has access to that data. If you ever lose your device, or upgrade to a new phone, you can restore all of you backed up data.

Privacy of your hunting spots is very important, and we will never violate it.

Thanks, and good luck this season.

Mark Stenroos
www.ihunterapp.com"

Thanks for sharing

I downloaded it when the other post came up. There was a small omission that I emailed the developer about and they made a change and thank me. I am happy with it.

Great communication from the developer. I wanted to download the app (android) to try and side load it onto my Blackberry, as there isn't a native BB app, but you need either ITunes to download iOS version, or googleplay to get the droid version.

E-mailed the developer to ask how I can pay for it and get the droid version just as a pc download to sideload. He e-mailed back in a few minutes stating that he would love to provide it but because it relies on google for mapping I'd need an actual droid device, and that the BB version may be on the horizon.

Bringing up an old post sorry... Everyone still using it? Any updates? I was thinking about getting it but I see no reviews, looks like you guys seem to like it though.

Yeh I am looking into it as well now that I have switched from BB to android.............I was also curious is it a one time fee or do you have to renew the 5.99 fee every year ???? Or will it automatically load all the regs info etc for following years? Also do you hav eto be connected to a network in order to use the ihunter APP or can you use it anytime anwhere?

Thanks guys

Found another app I have not got it yet but it looked decent..........scoutweather.com.......can mark stand locations and even view which way your scent will be blowing prior to heading out to which ever stand you choose.

Im curious if they will update the regs to reflect the 2014 dates

I'd also be wary of using a third party source when it comes to things like laws.

FYI you can download a PDF of the hunting regs directly to your smartphone. Thats what I do.

Well lookis like I not the only one with the same questions, so I email him and the reply was pretty quick. Now I ask, if you do email him questions please post the information here so we can all learn. Thank you.



"Hey Steve,


Thanks a lot for the email and the interest in iHunter.


I am just completing the iPad version for Ontario (hoping to submit it this week). If you buy the iPhone version, the iPad version will install for free on your iPad as well.


As for syncing, many customers have been very clear that they don't want the waypoint data to be stored on servers, etc. So although I want to provide automatic syncing, we don't currently. What we do provide is simple waypoint export and import. You can export all your waypoints (or those you choose) and email them to yourself or friends. The receiver can then open the file and import the waypoints.


The regulations are updated every year, free of charge, once the province releases them. Feel free to get in touch if you have any further questions and I will be glad to help out.


Thanks again,


Mark Stenroos
www.ihunterapp.com
@ihunterapp

For me as long as they update the regs and wmu info every year for free then its well worth the hassle of the 5.99 fee .....its hard enough for me to even get my hands on a magazine with the regs and seasons in it. I know you can get em for free on line but nice to have ready all the time as my father in law is always asking for info as well and he does not use a computer lol

Agreed Twostroke. I have also emailed him to see about additional cost for features, to see if you ca use the app at any time (like you had asked) I also ask if it shows crown land..... That would be an awesome feature as the mnr atlas absolutely sucks.

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For me as long as they update the regs and wmu info every year for free then its well worth the hassle of the 5.99 fee .....its hard enough for me to even get my hands on a magazine with the regs and seasons in it. I know you can get em for free on line but nice to have ready all the time as my father in law is always asking for info as well and he does not use a computer lol

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Download the PDF of the regs to your phone. Its free.

Here's some more answers.

Hi Steve,


Its great to get such good questions. I appreciate you passing the info along to other users.


The base app is $5.99, however, there is an in-app purchase for a pro version. The Pro version lets you:


- filter the map based on species
- search the map for landmarks
- provides a most recently used list
- lets you favorite map areas, waypoints, and WMUs
- lets you set the default map position / zoom
- lets you draw over the map to plan hunts
- lets you do "breadcrumb" tracking just like a handheld GPS - this also provides you with an altitude and velocity profile for the trip, etc.


Almost every feature works without cell service. The boundary data, the season regulations, and the waypoint data is all on device, and just works. Even GPS signal works even when you are out of cell range (if it doesn't, your garmin / magellan isn't going to work either).


Only the base map requires cell connection, and we even provide options for getting around that. We offer 6 different map options, 3 satellite maps, 2 road maps, and a topographic map. 2 of the satellite maps, one road map, and a topo map can be cached for offline use. If you know you are going to hunt an area with no cell coverage, you can pre-browse those areas and the app will cache those map tiles onto the device, so they will be available when you don;t have coverage.


I hope that helps answer some of your questions, and as always just email if you need more answers.


Thanks,


Mark Stenroos
www.ihunterapp.com
@ihunterapp

Iconix,
I have a BB Z10. Is there are version that I can get to work on my phone?

So I asked how much the pro version would be:
Answer: The in-app purchase (which is only available on iOS) costs $9.99

I don't know anything about BB, if it runs on android they do have an android version just google ihunter Ontario android.

I would like some of the actual user to come on and comment on this app. I'll try contacting them to see if they can give us a mini review

Hey guys, thanks for all the interest in iHunter. I am the owner / developer of iHunter and happy to answer any of your questions. With regards to reviews, the Google Play store has a 4.6 star rating, with 17 reviews. Every one of those is linked to an actual user of the product, and their contact info is actually on their review. Feel free to reach out to them. The Apple app store has about the same rating, with 10 reviews. Unfortunately, it doesn't include user's contact info there.

Unfortunately, the Android app doesn't work on BB, as it uses some Google specific components that aren't compatible. If I get a BB version running, I will make a post on the board to let your guys know.

Again, feel free to post questions here, or email me directly at [email protected]

Thanks again.

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So I asked how much the pro version would be:
Answer: The in-app purchase (which is only available on iOS) costs $9.99

I don't know anything about BB, if it runs on android they do have an android version just google ihunter Ontario android.

I would like some of the actual user to come on and comment on this app. I'll try contacting them to see if they can give us a mini review

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Thanks for the feedback guys. I will keep an eye out for updates to BB. Til then good luck. From what I have seen of the app it should be very popular and a good tool for hunters.

Looks great, can't wait to give it a go!

In a perfect world, townships, parks systems, and conservation authorities would publish scrapable/aggregatable information for their properties, and firearms bylawys, and whatnot. That would be an awesome additional layer to apps like yours, but I know from just trying to Google a lot of these things that they're a pain in the to find manually.

Thanks again!

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Originally Posted by mstenroos

Hey guys, thanks for all the interest in iHunter. I am the owner / developer of iHunter and happy to answer any of your questions. With regards to reviews, the Google Play store has a 4.6 star rating, with 17 reviews. Every one of those is linked to an actual user of the product, and their contact info is actually on their review. Feel free to reach out to them. The Apple app store has about the same rating, with 10 reviews. Unfortunately, it doesn't include user's contact info there.

Unfortunately, the Android app doesn't work on BB, as it uses some Google specific components that aren't compatible. If I get a BB version running, I will make a post on the board to let your guys know.

Again, feel free to post questions here, or email me directly at [email protected]

Thanks again.

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mstenroos

I have the Android version but it looks like you're not going to add the Pro version? In any event I also have an Ipad and will be switching back to iphone soon and would like to get it, is there anyway to get the regular version from the Apple store without having to re-buy it?

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Thanks for the feedback guys. I will keep an eye out for updates to BB. Til then good luck. From what I have seen of the app it should be very popular and a good tool for hunters.

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Get a real phone.. Get a Samsung.

I have a Samsung Galaxy S3, PoS with latest update, won't connect to my truck via bluetooth anymore, after a year lucky to get 1/2 day out of the battery.

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I have a Samsung Galaxy S3, PoS with latest update, won't connect to my truck via bluetooth anymore, after a year lucky to get 1/2 day out of the battery.

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Ya.. The s3,was a big mistake.. One of the worst phones in the galaxy series. The 2 Is much better.. The 4,is Even better. Yes I've had all 3.
Had the s3 new.. For two months.. Traded it for s2.. Now have the s4..

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mstenroos

I have the Android version but it looks like you're not going to add the Pro version? In any event I also have an Ipad and will be switching back to iphone soon and would like to get it, is there anyway to get the regular version from the Apple store without having to re-buy it?

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Hey Jim, shoot me an email at [email protected] and we will try to sort you out.

With regards to iHunter Pro Tools on Android, I should have them done for this hunting season.

lol hey mstrenroos.... If I knew you were on her we I would have bothered you on here instead of emails lol

idea for you, maybe you already done it..- add city firearms discharge boundaries, I have been emailing a few areas near me and the maps I have been getting looks like it belongs on the back of a mcdonalds placemat. I have to use google maps and try to make sense of what I'm looking at.

If you buy the regular ihunter ontario version for android and you develope a pro version is it going to be offered for free to those with teh regular version or will it automatically boost the regular version to pro status............also can you use this add offline without a network or wifi connection? So if you are on it it doesnt chew up data plans

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Originally Posted by mstenroos

Hey Jim, shoot me an email at [email protected] and we will try to sort you out.

With regards to iHunter Pro Tools on Android, I should have them done for this hunting season.

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So I now have the Pro Version of iHunter Ontario.

I have to say I'm really liking the direction this app is going. I see this as a great tool for those sticking with it long term that like to log data and notes.

The waypoints allow for naming, icons and a description for details which is great.
WMU boundaries are beneficial when hunting close to them to avoid wandering out of WMU
Sunrise/Sunset and weather info is nice
Regulation summary is nice to have in case your not sure on detail both provincial and online resources
You can email or SMS your current location to hunting partners etc.
Many different map options
You can cache maps for offline use and many more different ways to control the way you use this app
I really like the ability to input GPS coordinates, I can set the boundaries for our Hunt Camp properties up north among other important items

Pro Tools

Search and filter WMU's is a good tool for quick reference and locating the WMU you want
The ability to search the map for locations like towns, parks, lakes etc
Quick select of waypoints, favorites and recently viewed

AND the ability to draw freehand over the map which I think is great for quickly marking the map in your own custom way.

I have not fully explored the app yet and expect it will take more time out in the field getting comfortable with all the tools available.

Really looking forward to using and seeing where this progresses and I highly recommend it.

Hey Mr Davis, thank you for that little review... I'm sure it will help a few decide on buying the app.

I have the android version and it was easily one of the best app I ever paid for. Hope this app takes off and we can get the pro version too.

Just thought to mention in this old thread that iHunter Ontario now runs on Blackberry 10 devices as well as Android and iOS. App is fully update for 2014 season, with lots of little improvements (and more to come throughout the season). If any of you have additional feedback, feel free to send it my way and I will happily answer questions. email at [email protected] or leave a review on the app store of choice.

Thanks, and good luck hunting this season!

Yeah great app. I use it too.

Now i have it both on BB and Android - i really like this app.

Anyone still using this app? looking for an app to aid in scouting.

I just got it recently and think it is really great. Great source of information and tools. I quickly upgraded to the pro version.

I highly recommend it

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Yes. Given how scarce the paper copies are it's great.

I use the free version of iHunter + Magellan Hunter 350H GPS. Perfect for what I need...so if I lose cell signal on my iPhone, I get the GPS signal as backup.