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This week will see the launch of the Shakespear Explorer app for visitors to Shakespear Regional Park. Created by volunteers from SOSSI (Shakespear Open Sanctuary Society Inc.), with support from Auckland Council, the app features two self-guided trails, highlighting key features of the park with videos, facts and stories. SOSSI committee members wrote the trail content. Each trail is made up of 11 stopping points, which you are automatically notified of by the app when you approach them.
The Tamariki Trail is aimed at primary school aged children, and also includes six “hidden” signs for kids to hunt for along the trail. The trail is introduced by two youngsters from Gulf Harbour School, who spent an afternoon filming with videographers Ian and Nancy Miller who volunteered their time to support the project.
The project was funded through a sponsored golf tournament run by Gulf Harbour Country Club, which drew in the support of several local businesses.
The app is available now on Apple and Andoid.
SOSSI committee member Jenny Hanwell, who coordinated the production of the app, says she hopes it will encourage people of all ages to explore the park and discover more about what makes it so special.
“We welcome feedback from visitors, and hope to be able to add more trails in the future,” she says.
