Himanvi Kopuri & Samidha Sane
ABOUT This Site
Born out of the indoor socialization challenges posed by Covid-19 as well as our own love for the outdoors, we are bringing to Penn freshmen the ultimate guide to socially distanced fun. What better way to stay safe while exploring everything Philadelphia and its neighboring regions have to offer!
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Current data and recommendations regarding hikes are amassed across websites (such as TrailLink, Yelp, and AllTrails). Further, comparing trails can be difficult across platforms. Our visualizations allow you to filter by your preferences to streamline the process of planning the best trip for YOU!
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Penn can be stressful. So our goal is to help students explore the surrounding environment by venturing out of the campus bubble, ultimately prioritizing mental health and healthy living. So… let’s ~take a hike~!
Who we are
Himanvi Kopuri and Samidha Sane are juniors at The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. This data project was conducted for Prasanna Tambe's course, OIDD245: Analytics & The Digital Economy.
Key Explorations
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Where are the best hikes around Philadelphia located?
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How far does a Penn freshman have to travel in order to plan a local hike or day trip?
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How do we best account for preferences such as trail type, length, difficulty, and proximity?