Kristi’s PCT Highlights

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Free members get soil conditions, the past week of rain, snow, smoke and historical burns. Pro unlocks the layers that help you narrow down exactly where to look.

  • Newest burn years, managed burns & burn severity
  • Tree species maps (22 species) & timber harvests
  • Town & pass fruiting calendars with current conditions
  • Offline map downloads in the iOS & Android apps
  • 14- and 30-day rainfall windows
  • Soil temperature & moisture at full zoom

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