Post by: SportsmanRegs on October 22, 2011, 12:33:46 PM
SportsmanRegs are now sponsors of HWF and have taken the art of planning a hunt to a new level, take this link to the App Store.
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sportsmanregs-big-game-regs/id453994962?mt=8 (http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sportsmanregs-big-game-regs/id453994962?mt=8)
SportsmanRegs has rolled out their iPhone App (Android by years end) and hunters who have seen it are very impressed. The App is location based. You drop a pin on a spot and the App displays all the hunts in that area. It also tells you what you can harvest and displays Terrain and Satellite layers, integrated with GPS, with zoom for greater detail. This is just scratching the surface!
Features:
Free Updates
State website links
Maps (topo, satellite)
Harvest restrictions and definitions
Hunts displayed on calendar
Droid platform by years end
Plan hunts in other states as well
Purchase licenses, tags and apply for hunts
Report harvest
Report crimes and more....
Released states to date:
Pennsylvania
Washington
Idaho
States in production:
Colorado
Montana
Michigan
Wyoming
Sportsman Regs road map is to have most of the 50 states accessible.
This app is a must have for sportsmen, click the ad banner to find out more or follow the links above.
;) Sportsman Regs App – Quick Reference Information ;)
Home Page:
• Buttons to state website links, Purchase a License, Report a Crime, Report Harvest, etc.
Map Page:
• State hunt areas defined by color and boundary lines
• Hold your finger steady on screen to “drop a pin” (GPS position of pin noted in upper left corner of screen), press blue arrow for hunt information related to that pin-drop spot
• Press “Calendar” button (top of screen) to display hunt dates for this pin drop
Go back to Map Page:
• Press “i” (information) at top of screen to change Animal and to view state by Map, Satellite, Hybrid or Terrain (use fingers to zoom in / zoom out)
Animals Page:
• Animal descriptions and special requirements
Regs Store Page:
• Purchased states listed
Settings Page:
• Apply sorting parameters within App
• Link to SportsmanRegs.com website
• Reach us by email
Post by: boneaddict on October 22, 2011, 12:35:19 PM
Post by: SportsmanRegs on October 22, 2011, 01:23:13 PM
Post by: bearpaw on October 22, 2011, 08:35:06 PM
I was also thinking this might be a neat little prize for some of our fun contests here on the forum. :tup:
Post by: SportsmanRegs on October 22, 2011, 09:28:25 PM
For those with an iPhone, if you have access to an iPad you'll be greatly impressed. We have engineered the App to be sharp and crisp on a larger screen. The maps look fantastic and when you "drop a pin" on the map screen, you can zoom in on terrain you've not seen before. The App also gives you that very GPS position with the hunts and harvest regulations for that very spot.....priceless.
Post by: carpsniperg2 on October 22, 2011, 09:31:50 PM
Post by: sebek556 on October 22, 2011, 09:32:40 PM
Post by: TheHunt on October 22, 2011, 09:45:39 PM
Jim
Post by: D360 on October 22, 2011, 09:51:51 PM
Post by: SportsmanRegs on October 22, 2011, 10:42:07 PM
We hope to have the Droid version released by years end at the latest.
Post by: SportsmanRegs on October 25, 2011, 07:03:15 PM
Here is the link: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sportsmanregs-big-game-regs/id453994962?mt=8 (http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sportsmanregs-big-game-regs/id453994962?mt=8)
Post by: bearpaw on November 04, 2011, 05:48:27 PM
Post by: Raul Duke on November 04, 2011, 07:03:26 PM
Post by: turkey slayer on December 07, 2011, 02:04:31 PM
Thanks Brandon
Post by: bearpaw on December 09, 2011, 01:30:18 PM
Post by: BuckHunter23 on December 09, 2011, 01:56:15 PM
Post by: Houndhunter on December 09, 2011, 02:29:48 PM
Post by: grundy53 on December 09, 2011, 02:38:54 PM
:tup: cant wait to check it out on my droid
:tup:
Post by: SportsmanRegs on December 14, 2011, 07:19:24 PM
Post by: Widgeondeke on December 14, 2011, 07:30:34 PM
Post by: passing-thru on December 14, 2011, 08:04:21 PM
Post by: Helix on December 14, 2011, 08:19:23 PM
Post by: SportsmanRegs on December 15, 2011, 07:39:14 PM
Since hunting seasons are winding down our end of year price drops to $1.99.
The Android version is coming along great. We should have it ready at the first of the year. We aim to have the App compatible with most popular platforms including Windows. Blackberry announced recently that they will soon support Android, we hope our App will also work on that platform and if not, we'll have to make it work.
During off-line viewing, the App does cache satellite and map views, but I would not rely on this as these are based on Google. The App does not currently show Private, BLM or USFS maps, these are part of our future road map. However, the App shows all the GMU's and special hunt boundaries and the hunts that are in these areas along with GPS positioning that shows you where you stand in relation to each boundary.....priceless!
Post by: Houndhunter on December 16, 2011, 12:23:14 PM
Post by: SportsmanRegs on December 21, 2011, 08:20:04 PM
Post by: DoubleJ on December 21, 2011, 08:22:31 PM
Post by: grundy53 on December 24, 2011, 08:26:46 AM
Post by: Atroxus on December 31, 2011, 12:37:58 AM
Post by: SportsmanRegs on January 26, 2012, 07:52:46 AM
Post by: doyourtime89 on January 26, 2012, 09:45:02 AM
Post by: huntnphool on January 26, 2012, 10:18:55 AM
I was ready to purchase it for my iPhone right there, assuming it was going to be the typical $0.99. I think the $10.00 price point is going to be their downfall. Its a cool app to have but I don't think there was anything on there that justified the cost. :twocents: I think they would have sold it to every smart phone user at the show had it been $0.99.
I could see a $10.00 initial cost and then $0.99 each year there after per state but even then you are assuming they continue to put the update out next year and don't just close shop.
Post by: passing-thru on January 26, 2012, 10:49:14 AM
Post by: nw_bowhunter on January 26, 2012, 11:16:24 AM
Post by: huntnphool on January 26, 2012, 02:15:25 PM
Post by: SportsmanRegs on February 03, 2012, 11:06:44 PM
We appreciate any and all comments.
Thanks.
Post by: huntnphool on February 04, 2012, 12:11:30 AM
The majority stated the App was priced right
Good luck with that Sportsman Regs, I think if you check out the replies you will find that the majority of the members on this site feel just the opposite.
Post by: Atroxus on February 04, 2012, 10:40:37 AM
Post by: firefighter4607 on February 07, 2012, 01:18:44 PM
Post by: JohnVH on February 07, 2012, 02:13:38 PM
Post by: scoyoc5 on February 07, 2012, 02:35:53 PM
Post by: SportsmanRegs on February 15, 2012, 07:01:45 PM
To address an earlier inquiry, when a state is purchased for a given year, it can be used the following year, but it retains the previous years regulations and boundaries.
Thanks.
Post by: Atroxus on February 19, 2012, 02:17:17 PM
Post by: gasman on February 19, 2012, 05:19:59 PM
Any idea when the android version will be available?
:yeah:
Post by: Cascade_fisher on February 26, 2012, 09:09:28 AM
I have the Garmin Rino with layers that shows me more detail for public/ private ownership of land with the name of the landowner with contact info. This is the type of info for field use, for me anyway. I keep a downloadeded info such as regs on my phone so that I can check it out in non-covered areas.
Just my :twocents:
Post by: TheHunt on February 26, 2012, 09:34:16 AM
Post by: TangoU on February 26, 2012, 09:36:57 AM
Post by: HUNTINCOUPLE on February 26, 2012, 09:50:35 AM
Post by: SportsmanRegs on March 24, 2012, 09:30:50 AM
Sportsman Regs Big Game Smart Phone App is now available for the Android!
Use the App to plan your hunts, study new areas and apply for tags and licenses!
The App is free and comes with a demo-Season to learn the functionality. Seasons are available for purchase using in-App purchases in the “Regs Store” tab of the App. Seasons follow the calendar period defined by each State.
Sportsman Regs has released Big Game Hunting Seasons for several States, the following are available now:
Colorado 2012-2013 Season
Pennsylvania 2011-2012 Season
Idaho 2011-2012 Season
Washington 2011-2012 Season
More states will be available soon.
To purchase a State, click on the "Regs Store" icon inside the application.
We hope you enjoy this unique way to use the regulations. Happy Hunting!
Youtube :
Android Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sportsmanregs.biggameregs
Apple Store: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sportsmanregs-big-game-regs/id453994962?mt=8
You can find out more information at: http://www.sportsmanregs.com
Post by: gasman on March 24, 2012, 11:50:58 AM
Got It.......
Post by: HighCountryHunter88 on March 24, 2012, 12:08:39 PM
Post by: Jason on March 24, 2012, 12:58:35 PM
Post by: sled on March 24, 2012, 01:01:36 PM
i uploaded it but it will only show the units in idaho and the idaho regs :dunno:i think thats the demo. You need to purchase wa.
Post by: superdown on March 24, 2012, 01:15:54 PM
Sent from my DROID X2 using Tapatalk
Post by: Jason on March 24, 2012, 01:56:18 PM
Yep already purchased WA, even shows in the store that I purchased it.i uploaded it but it will only show the units in idaho and the idaho regs :dunno:i think thats the demo. You need to purchase wa.
Post by: sled on March 24, 2012, 02:07:39 PM
i just purchased, and downloaded. All i show is the same as you. Just idaho :bash:Yep already purchased WA, even shows in the store that I purchased it.i uploaded it but it will only show the units in idaho and the idaho regs :dunno:i think thats the demo. You need to purchase wa.
Post by: Jason on March 24, 2012, 02:22:34 PM
Looks like I got mine to work, mine is an Android. go back into the Regs Store and click the demo version so the green dot is gone, then hit the purchase/update, took about six times and it finally updatedi just purchased, and downloaded. All i show is the same as you. Just idaho :bash:Yep already purchased WA, even shows in the store that I purchased it.i uploaded it but it will only show the units in idaho and the idaho regs :dunno:i think thats the demo. You need to purchase wa.
Post by: sled on March 24, 2012, 03:20:13 PM
Post by: gasman on March 24, 2012, 03:22:58 PM
Post by: huntnphool on March 24, 2012, 03:51:44 PM
So when its time for an update do you pay $1.99 again?
It's $10.00 per year, per state.
Post by: SportsmanRegs on March 24, 2012, 05:34:05 PM
The Android version is a brand new release and even though we beta tested prior to the release there still arose some bugs. Please be patient. We are working through each of the bugs as fast as we can.
Below is a fix for one of the problems we are working through:
If your purchase went through and it is not showing on the Regs Store page, then 1) Uninstall the App, 2) Re-install the App, 3) Select Regs Store tab, and 4) Select purchase update, then wait....it should now automatically install the Season you purchased.
Post by: SportsmanRegs on March 24, 2012, 05:38:33 PM
Post by: sled on March 24, 2012, 07:49:48 PM
By the way, those who are experiencing problems, please email us directly at support@sportmanregs.com so we can understand the issue and work it. Again, please be patient as we work through this new release. Thanks. :)tried uninstall, the reinstall but didnt work. Also emailed to support.
Post by: rebal69972 on March 24, 2012, 11:31:14 PM
Post by: scoyoc5 on March 31, 2012, 10:06:05 AM
Post by: SportsmanRegs on April 06, 2012, 07:12:47 AM
Post by: TeacherMan on April 10, 2012, 10:57:08 PM
Post by: SportsmanRegs on April 17, 2012, 07:10:15 PM
Great question. Yes, the GPS function within the App shows you where you are in relation to GMU boundaries. This is one of the great tools of the App. Your GPS position is shown even if you don't have cell phone coverage. :tup:
Post by: doyourtime89 on April 18, 2012, 09:25:13 AM
Post by: SportsmanRegs on May 21, 2012, 06:38:22 PM
Yes! Both the Android and iPhone version of our Smart Phone App for the Washington 2012 - 2013 Big Game Season is released!
Post by: huntnphool on May 21, 2012, 07:12:52 PM
:tup:
Yes! Both the Android and iPhone version of our Smart Phone App for the Washington 2012 - 2013 Big Game Season is released!
Is it still $10.00 per year?
Post by: arrowflinger on May 21, 2012, 07:24:48 PM
:tup:
Yes! Both the Android and iPhone version of our Smart Phone App for the Washington 2012 - 2013 Big Game Season is released!
Is it still $10.00 per year?
I think I paid 5.99 for the updated regs
Post by: huntnphool on May 21, 2012, 07:36:04 PM
:tup:
Yes! Both the Android and iPhone version of our Smart Phone App for the Washington 2012 - 2013 Big Game Season is released!
Is it still $10.00 per year?
I think I paid 5.99 for the updated regs
It does look like they lowered the price a bit.
Post by: firefighter4607 on May 22, 2012, 04:38:25 PM
Post by: huntnphool on May 22, 2012, 05:39:29 PM
That is little bit better for the price, could be a little less, I might buy this app now. :tup:
Here is a link for you to save in your smart phone free of charge. http://wdfw.wa.gov/ Maybe the rest of the stuff in the app is worth buying. :dunno:
Post by: doyourtime89 on May 23, 2012, 09:08:25 AM
Post by: gunnarnewt on May 23, 2012, 10:34:57 AM
Post by: firefighter4607 on May 24, 2012, 12:20:33 AM
That is little bit better for the price, could be a little less, I might buy this app now. :tup:
Here is a link for you to save in your smart phone free of charge. http://wdfw.wa.gov/ Maybe the rest of the stuff in the app is worth buying. :dunno:
I already have a pdf file of the regs on my phone so if i don't have service I can still look up what ever I need.
Post by: SportsmanRegs on June 02, 2012, 09:10:30 PM
Post by: SportsmanRegs on June 02, 2012, 09:20:51 PM
Post by: MtnMuley on June 03, 2012, 08:02:29 AM
Post by: kenjo on June 05, 2012, 09:39:25 PM
By the way, those who are experiencing problems, please email us directly at support@sportmanregs.com so we can understand the issue and work it. Again, please be patient as we work through this new release. Thanks. :)
Experiencing problems, tried to email to the address listed, got this message: Delivery to the following recipient failed permanently:
support@sportmanregs.com
Technical details of permanent failure:
DNS Error: Domain name not found
So the support email doesn't work, so I sent a PM and am waiting, hopefully, for a response. I assume they are still in business since they are still selling the state-specific regs (which, in Washington's case, don't work on my DroidX). Anyone considering purchasing this app might want to hold off until, if, they get the bugs worked out.
Post by: doyourtime89 on June 06, 2012, 09:25:43 AM
Post by: SportsmanRegs on July 09, 2012, 07:46:35 PM
We have worked our way down the Android release path (very rough one at that), but we have chased most if not all the bugs out!
If anyone is having difficulty with any function or aspect of the App, please email us ASAP at: support@sportsmanregs.com to get help for your devise.
Thanks,
Support Team
Sportsman Regs
Post by: MtnMuley on July 10, 2012, 11:40:48 AM
Did you receive my PM?
??
Post by: Atroxus on September 02, 2012, 01:19:44 PM
I tried emailing support@sportmanregs.com and got the following bounce back. :bash:
Your message did not reach some or all of the intended recipients.
Subject: Washington maps/regs
Sent: 9/2/2012 1:16 PM
The following recipient(s) could not be reached:
'support@sportmanregs.com' on 9/2/2012 1:16 PM
554 Transaction failed
**edit** corrected email address to support@sportsmanregs.com and it seems to have sent this time.
Post by: Fishmasterdan on September 02, 2012, 03:33:47 PM
I purchased the app today for WA but have no idea how to get it off idaho.
Post by: Russ McDonald on September 02, 2012, 03:44:52 PM
Hi Russ,
hmm... that's my #1 solution that has always the problem. But let's see if we can get some more information to help me see what's going on here.
step #3 says "connect to a wireless network" like you did before. When you connect to your wireless network, please double check that your phone is configured to use the wireless network for downloading data. If you are unsure how to check that , let me and I'll send instruction.
Please install the log collector application
1.. go to the Google play store
2.. search for "xtralogic logcollector" and install it
After installing the xtralogic logcollector app, please reproduce the problem:
3.. Uninstall the BigGameRegs app and reinstall it while connected to a wireless network (after you are connected to the wireless network, double check to see if your phone is configured to use the wireless network for downloading data).
4.. Open BigGameRegs and select the “Regs Store” tab
5.. Press the purchase/update button
6.. Watch for any messages that are displayed - you should see a message about downloading your Season and then see a message that the Season was successfully installed
7.. Wait until the messages are complete before proceeding.
8.. Press the back button so you get back to the main “Regs Store” page.
9.. Then select the Season you want active and the app will now display the regulations for that season.
If you don't see the Purchased Seasons (and given you've already reinstalled once, you probably won't see your season but all is not lost)
10. Open the xtralogic log collector (you will find it in your apps).
11. The log collector will open an email message containing your device log. Please send it to support@sportsmanregs.com.
Your logs will help us to figure out what's going on and fix it. I will contact you as soon as I receive the log and then again when I have a fix.
~Deb
On Fri, May 25, 2012 at 8:09 AM, russ mcdonald russmcdonald68-at-gmail.com |reply-deb| <d7joo1un8t@sneakemail.com> wrote:
1. Motorola Droid Bionic
2. Droid OS 2.3.4
Kernal 2.6.35.7-g83f1a47
Vwn736@il93lnxdroid43 #1
3. Verizon
4. 1.2
Did all the below and it is still not letting me select the Washington season. It only shows the demo.
On May 25, 2012 6:41 AM, "Debra Bacon" <alboucq@gmail.com> wrote:
Hi Russ,
Sorry to hear you had difficulty installing your season. We will make this work for you and appreciate your patience.
Before we get to the first step in fixing this problem, it would help us to know
1... The brand and model of your phone or tablet
2... The version of the Android OS that your phone uses
select your phone settings
select "about phone"
send us the kernel version
3... The name of your service provider
4... The version of BigGameRegs you have installed (Find this in the settings tab in the app)
This situation usually means that the install was slow and timed out before completing. Some of the Data carriers use a "data offloading" service which I think is delaying the download. Unfortunately, I think this delay is causing a problem with the install.
Please find a wireless network and connect to it, then:
1... Uninstall the BigGameRegs app and reinstall it (your season will automatically be reinstalled for free when you get to set #3 below)
2... Open the BigGameRegs app and go to the “Regs Store” tab within the app
3... Press the purchase/update button
4... Watch for any messages that are displayed - you should see a message about downloading your Season and then see a message that the Season was successfully installed
5... Wait until the messages are complete before proceeding.
6... Press the back button so you get back to the main “Regs Store” page
7... Then select the Season you want active and the app will now display the regulations for that season.
This should avoid the data offloading service and make the install go very quickly.
If you don't see your season, let us know and we'll try the next step to fix this problem.
If it works, please let us know so we can celebrate.
Deb
SportsmanRegs
On Wed, May 23, 2012 at 8:38 AM, russ mcdonald <russmcdonald68@gmail.com> wrote:
I downloaded the state of Washington regs... It downloaded to my phone but it is not there when I open AP.
I ended up deleting it and reinstalling and it works fine. Try and do it via wifi if you can.
Post by: Atroxus on September 02, 2012, 04:00:31 PM
Post by: Russ McDonald on September 02, 2012, 04:27:41 PM
Post by: Fishmasterdan on September 03, 2012, 07:08:14 AM
Post by: Kc_Kracker on September 30, 2012, 09:42:42 AM
Post by: scoyoc5 on September 30, 2012, 09:48:07 AM
Post by: grundy53 on September 30, 2012, 09:52:44 AM
I ended up deleting it all together...I didnt realize it was an yearly subscription.
:yeah:
Post by: cliffordingles on October 06, 2012, 11:05:51 PM
Post by: arees on October 09, 2012, 09:06:22 AM
just got it, i have a droid, and it will show me a state map but i cannot get it to pinpoint where in a GMU i currently am, or zoom in, and it keeps freezing and closing :dunno: anyone know what the deal is? every damn button i push in setting gives me "FORCE CLOSE" :bash: :bash: :bash: :bash: :bash: looks like the droid version is worse then my facebook app :bash: :bash: :bash: :bash:
I don't get the freezing and closing, but it never starts GPS on my droid so it never knows my location and I can not set my location in any way. The support people were friendly and responsive, but did not offer any solution beyond reload the app. When that did not work they gave up.
It was a tempting idea, but not ready for prime time on my droid. I hope it works some day.
Post by: pianoman9701 on October 09, 2012, 10:04:29 AM
just got it, i have a droid, and it will show me a state map but i cannot get it to pinpoint where in a GMU i currently am, or zoom in, and it keeps freezing and closing :dunno: anyone know what the deal is? every damn button i push in setting gives me "FORCE CLOSE" :bash: :bash: :bash: :bash: :bash: looks like the droid version is worse then my facebook app :bash: :bash: :bash: :bash:
I don't get the freezing and closing, but it never starts GPS on my droid so it never knows my location and I can not set my location in any way. The support people were friendly and responsive, but did not offer any solution beyond reload the app. When that did not work they gave up.
It was a tempting idea, but not ready for prime time on my droid. I hope it works some day.
Yeah, I have an IP 4S and the GPS never kicked on for this app. So, while I was hunting, it was of no use whatsoever. I was a bit disappointed.
Post by: Atroxus on October 13, 2012, 08:23:05 PM
just got it, i have a droid, and it will show me a state map but i cannot get it to pinpoint where in a GMU i currently am, or zoom in, and it keeps freezing and closing :dunno: anyone know what the deal is? every damn button i push in setting gives me "FORCE CLOSE" :bash: :bash: :bash: :bash: :bash: looks like the droid version is worse then my facebook app :bash: :bash: :bash: :bash:
I don't get the freezing and closing, but it never starts GPS on my droid so it never knows my location and I can not set my location in any way. The support people were friendly and responsive, but did not offer any solution beyond reload the app. When that did not work they gave up.
It was a tempting idea, but not ready for prime time on my droid. I hope it works some day.
Yeah, I have an IP 4S and the GPS never kicked on for this app. So, while I was hunting, it was of no use whatsoever. I was a bit disappointed.
Same here with my android phone. It seems to be useless without a data connection. When I bought it I was hoping it would be usable with just the GPS signal, but it wouldn't load anything at all with no data connection. I suspect it uses the Google maps application for the mapping data. Maybe if they add support for utilizing offline maps I might buy the update next year.
Post by: Kc_Kracker on October 18, 2012, 10:24:08 PM
THEY NEED TO FIX THIS CRAP BEFORE THEY START COLLECTING MONEY :nono: :nono: :nono: :nono: :nono: :nono: :nono: :nono:
Post by: SportsmanRegs on October 20, 2012, 06:34:56 AM
Many of you have written in to our Customer Support concerning the recent issues with our App. We appreciate your comments and input.
We are experiencing compatibility challenges with Apple’s recent software release of the new IOS6, new iPads and iPhones. We apologize for this upset especially during hunting season!
We arre burning the midnight oil to update the App for compatibility, but there are still some bugs.
The new Apple IOS6 will only support IOS 4.3 and above, including 3GS and newer devices. If your device does not support these versions, then you should not update to the Sportsman Big Game Regs version 1.5.1 that was released on October 15, 2012. Unfortunately, if you have uninstalled our earlier Sportsman Regs Big Game version you will not be able to reinstall the updated 1.5.1 version either. Apple no longer supports them.
Below is a Tip Sheet for a temporary work around to enable the use of IOS 6.0 and the map crashing problem. The purpose is to get the maps set on the animal and map that you want to use and then close the App without it crashing. This saves those settings so the App will start with them.
1. Close other applications from the memory of your devise (please see “How to close your applications memory” below)
2. Select BigGameRegs App
3. Select the “Map” tab (one of the 5 tabs at the bottom of the App)
4. Select the “i” for configuration (upper right corner on App)
5. Turn off the map overlays
6. Select your animal and press “Done”
7. Select the “i” for configuration again
8. Turn on the overlay and select the overlay map, then select “Done”
9. Now exit by selecting your device’s “Home” button.
The above steps will update the default settings of the App and establish your animal and overlay so that if the App crashes, then you will be able to return to your selected animal when the App starts. If this does not work try other combinations but when you do get it to work close the App.
How to close your applications memory:
1. Double select the device home button (the hardware button on your device), this will bring up a list of running
applications in the background
2. Select and hold one of the running applications at the bottom until the “X’s” appear (these will wiggle)
3. Select the “X’s” and it will close them from memory
We recognize this is far from optimal and apologize for the inconvenience. We are working to fix these issues.
Post by: Kc_Kracker on October 20, 2012, 12:27:09 PM