Onboarding Screens
Screen exploring the main features of this app like ‘Find Hiking Buddies’ or ‘Search upcoming Adventures’ near your area. Also, you can log in to chat with people.
FIND YOUR TRAIL TRIBE
The ultimate community for outdoor enthusiasts. Discover new mountain paths, connect with fellow adventurers, and foster meaningful connections on every peak and valley.
Finding Your Trail Tribe Has Never Been Easier
Adventure Buddy simplifies the way you meet like-minded hikers. Browse local group activities, join community-led treks, and foster friendships that go beyond the trail. Whether you are a solo traveler or a seasoned explorer, community is just a tap away.
Explore Community Features.
Join a network of adventure seekers and conquer every trail together with tools designed for connection.
Connect with Groups
Find like-minded hikers in your local area and join organized trail expeditions.
Shared Adventures
Plan trails, share routes, and invite your community to explore new summits together.
Trail Community
Engage in vibrant discussions and foster friendships that go beyond the hiking paths.
My Role:
User research, User Flow, Site Map, Idea Sketches, Wireframing, Prototyping, UI design
Project Idea
‘Adventure buddy’ is a fun app that brings together people who love hiking. It helps users find friends who enjoy outdoor adventures, fostering a sense of community and encouraging exploration of new hiking spots through group activities.
Target Audience
Hikers, Outdoor adventurers, Community seekers
Tools:
Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator
Invision, Survey Monkey
Challenge
Many hiking apps primarily focus on individual activities like saving trails and tracking personal hikes, which may not fully cater to the social aspect of hiking. Hikers may feel isolated and miss out on the opportunity to connect with others who share their interests.
Goals
Build a community of hikers, Increase brand awareness for Adventure Buddy, Connect with fellow outdoor enthusiasts
Home/Discovery page – Browse hiking events and featured trails. Users can easily discover and participate in group hiking activities, promoting a sense of community and shared experiences.
2. Hiking Events – Create and join group hikes. Beyond trail tracking, our app encourages users to share insights, tips, and recommendations, creating a collaborative environment for learning and exploration.
3. Buddy Finder – Discover other hikers with similar interests. It fosters connections among users, allowing them to find and befriend like-minded individuals who share their passion for hiking.
4. Profile – Set up your hiking preferences and experience level
5. My Adventures – Track joined/created events
UX Design Process
I conducted a comprehensive survey and competitive analysis as part of the initial research phase for the UX design process. Additionally, I crafted user scenarios, user flows, and site maps to further inform and guide our research efforts.
User Flow
Site Map
UI Design Process
I conducted extensive user experience (UX) research to identify key features. Afterward, I generated multiple design concepts, created foundational layouts, and developed sample designs. This experience deepened my understanding of UX design and allowed me to create an engaging user experience.
Nearby Users
Find Hiking Buddies near your area!
View their profile, their adventure photos, and their upcoming plan.
Upcoming Adventures and message to people
You can find upcoming hiking activities that you might be interested and send them a message to see if they want to join you for outdoor activities
Upcoming Events
Event Details
Confirmation notice
My Profile
Chatting Screen
Message Center