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Why We Use the onX Offroad App while Location Scouting for our Outdoor Productions

Why We Use the onX Offroad App while Location Scouting for our Outdoor Productions



Hey there, fellow adventure enthusiasts CREATIVES! We're back to share some more behind the scenes of our pre-production process. we're delving into one of our most essential pre-production steps: location scouting. More specifically, we'll be talking about the fantastic tool we rely on for this process – the onX Offroad App and its incredible onX Offroad maps.

In the world of outdoor productions, location scouting is like finding the perfect gem in a vast wilderness. We want to ensure that the locations we choose are not only visually stunning, but also practical for our shoots. This is where the onX Offroad App comes into play.

MAPPING OUT DRONE FLIGHT PATHS IN ONX TO BE ABLE TO EASILY SHARE EXACT LOCATIONS WITH PERMIT OFFICES HAS BEEN GOLD.

Discovering the Perfect Spots with onX Offroad

onX Offroad is more than just your average mapping app. It's an invaluable tool that empowers us to explore new territories, discover hidden gems, and plan out every detail of our outdoor shoots with confidence. WE ARE CONSTANTLY DROPPING PINS AND SAVING LOCATIONS IN THE APP TO SAVE FOR FUTURE PROJECTS AND SHOOT IDEAS.

What's the onX Offroad App?

The onX Offroad App offers detailed off-road maps, making it perfect for finding those hard-to-reach, LOW-TRAFFIC spots. These maps go well beyond traditional road maps and dive deep into the wild, providing comprehensive information about trails, landownership (HUGE ONE FOR US), property lines, and more.

Property Line Maps at Your Fingertips

One of the standout features of onX Offroad is its property line maps. When scouting for locations, we often need to understand land boundaries, especially when we're working with private property or exploring public lands. The app's property line maps allow us to clearly identify who owns what, ensuring we're always on the right side of the law during our shoots. THIS IS ALSO SUPER HELPFUL IN KNOWING WHO TO GET IN CONTACT WITH ABOUT SUBMITTING FILM PERMITS.

DROP A PIN ON THE MAP AND EASILY SEE WHO OWNS THE LAND.

Streamlining Our Pre-Production Process

Location scouting is a critical step in the pre-production process, and onX Offroad significantly streamlines this stage. By having access to detailed maps, we can effectively plan our route to the location, assess terrain and elevation, and even mark specific points of interest. This is a game-changer when we're dealing with rugged and remote areas.

MAPPING DRONE FLIGHT PATHS (YELLOW LINES) AND MOUNTAIN BIKING RIDING ROUTES (BLUE LINE).

How to Find Property Lines and More within the onX Offroad App

Using onX Offroad to find property lines and other essential information is a breeze. Here's how we do it:

1. **Download the App:** Start by downloading the onX Offroad App on your smartphone. It's available for both iOS and Android devices.

2. **Choose Your Location:** Open the app and select your desired location or search for a particular area. The app covers a vast range of regions across the United States.

3. **Access Property Lines:** To find property lines, simply navigate through the map and you'll see property lines clearly marked on the map. TAP OR CLICK ON THE LAND AND IT WILL SHOW YOU WHO OWNS IT.

4. **Custom Waypoints:** Mark your spots of interest, create waypoints, and take notes directly on the map. This makes it easy to plan your route and communicate with your team. WE EVEN ADD PHOTOS OF THE LOCATION TO OUR PINS AND WAYPOINTS SO WE HAVE A REFERENCE FOR THE FUTURE.

Wrapping It Up

In the fast-paced world of photo and video production, efficiency is the name of the game. The onX Offroad App, with its onX maps and property line map features, has become an indispensable tool in our location scouting toolkit. It empowers us to find and secure the perfect outdoor locations while ensuring that we stay within legal boundaries.

Whether you're a fellow filmmaker, outdoor enthusiast, or just an adventurer at heart, the onX Offroad App is worth a try for your next location scouting adventure. It's transformed our pre-production process, making our outdoor productions even more epic.

So, next time you're planning an outdoor adventure or a photo and video shoot, try out onX Offroad and let us know how you like it.

TO BE 100% TRANSPARENT - WE ARE NOT SPONSORED AND DID NOT RECEIVE ANY COMMISSION FROM ONX FOR THIS WRITE UP. STAY STOKED!

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