Questions.
Answers.
The questions we get most, grouped by topic. Missing one? Write to [email protected].
The app
Where does the snow data come from?
NOAA SNODAS (Snow Data Assimilation System) and Environment Canada HRDPS (High Resolution Deterministic Prediction System), the same government weather and snow models that Canadian and US forecasters rely on. Updated daily. HRDPS data is provided under the Open Government Licence - Canada.
Does it work on a watch?
Yes. Aventerra includes Apple Watch and Wear OS companion apps: recording stats, group alerts, hazard reports, SOS, and back-to-start navigation from your wrist.
Does it work offline?
Yes. You can download maps, trails, and conditions for offline use: every account includes one offline region, and Pro removes the limit. Routing runs entirely on your phone, and LoRa mesh features work offline by design: they use radio, not internet.
Is this just for snowmobilers?
No. Aventerra covers 10 activities year-round: snowmobile, ATV, side-by-side, 4x4, dirt bike, hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, climbing, and ski touring. Winter is where we started, but the terrain data, conditions, and safety features work everywhere you lose signal.
What regions are covered?
At launch: Quebec, Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta. SNODAS covers all of North America so snow data is available continent-wide, but trail networks and POIs are prioritized for those four regions first.
How is this different from onX Offroad / Gaia GPS / AllTrails?
Those are excellent apps. Aventerra is built for backcountry terrain with three things none of them offer in combination: live off-grid group visibility and SOS over LoRa mesh, routing that runs entirely on your phone, and government-sourced daily snow and weather rendered on the map. And core safety is free on every tier, not locked behind a top-tier subscription.
Is Aventerra available in French?
Yes, Aventerra is built in Québec and fully bilingual. The app, this website, and support all work in French and English. French isn't a last-minute translation here.
Hardware and mesh
Do I need special hardware?
No. Aventerra works fully as a standalone app. For the offline mesh safety features (group tracking without cell signal), each member of the group needs a Meshtastic-compatible LoRa radio. See the Hardware page for the devices we recommend.
Early access
Is Aventerra free?
Aventerra is launching as a free closed beta for winter 2026-27. Beta access is free with no payment required. Subscription tiers, pricing, and any associated terms will be announced separately before any paid features go live.
Will I be charged during the closed beta?
No. The closed beta is free. Subscription terms (including cancellation, refunds, and any trial details) will be announced and added to our Terms of Service before any paid features are activated.