You fill out “quests” like if sidewalks have tactile ramps (for accessibility), what type of roads, road size, store hours, if bus stops are illuminated or have a shelter, bike spots, etc.
It’s been a few days and I’m addicted. And it’s a good way to contribute to OpenStreets and reduce supporting commercial map tools like Google Maps/Apple Maps.
I learned about it during a No Stupid Questions post about mobile games that reward you for walking.
I’m still relatively new and on the Global Leaderboard, ranked 1000 out of 5000.
Oh hey, I think I’m the guy from that post! Lol
Glad you’re enjoying it! I’ve been having a lot of fun with it too - even if my wife sometimes thinks I’m crazy when I “just quickly run over here” to check the hours for this place, haha.
My “Global Rank” is a bit over 5000, but I’m not sure if that’s the same number as you’re looking at, given the range. 400th in Canada, though!
I enjoy it, too. Because of the granular data (e.g. what’s this road made of?), it’s got me thinking a lot more about my community, instead of just taking everything for granted.
Same! I now actively noticed when a street doesn’t have specific accessibility needs. I even went, “This bus stop has a bench AND a trash can? What a treat for riders!”
And instead of saying “let’s twit about it,” you say “let’s osm about it!”