SMS-Only • No Internet Required

Your AI Assistant
Where Data Doesn't Reach

Get instant answers to urgent questions via SMS—even when you're completely off the grid. Just text, no apps required.

Built With Real Local Hardware

Powered by homelab server for fast, local-first AI processing

Requires iPhone 14 or newer for satellite SMS

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Core Tools
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Response Time
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Example Conversations

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You

Weather for 37.11,-113.56 tomorrow?

Off-Grid AI

Zion area tomorrow:

High 72°F, Low 48°F
10% precip, SW winds 8-12mph
Clear & dry. Good conditions.

You

I rolled my ankle. What should I do?

Off-Grid AI

Ankle sprain steps:

1. Rest - avoid weight
2. Compress with wrap
3. Elevate above heart
4. Ice 15-20min per 2-3hrs
Seek care for severe pain, deformity, or numbness. Info only—not medical advice.

You

Is it safe to eat prickly pear cactus fruit?

Off-Grid AI

Yes—prickly pear fruit is safe & nutritious. Remove spines first, peel skin. High in vitamin C & fiber. Avoid unripe (green) fruit.

Sources: USDA, foraging guides

You

What knot should I use for a tarp ridgeline?

Off-Grid AI

Use a taught-line hitch—adjustable tension, easy to tie/untie. Or trucker's hitch for mechanical advantage on longer lines. Both stay secure & adjustable.

Key Features

Weather Snapshots

Real-time weather forecasts with temp, precipitation, and wind—compressed to fit in a single text.

Web Search

Server-side web search with AI summarization when you need current facts or answers beyond the model's knowledge.

First Aid

Step-by-step guidance for common emergencies: sprains, bug bites, hypothermia, dehydration, and more.

AI Q&A

Local LLM answers general questions about outdoor skills, knots, camping, and more—all via text.

Stay Connected, Even When You're Not

Satellite SMS meets AI. No data service? No problem.

How It Works

1

You Send an SMS

Text your question in natural language—no commands, no syntax. Works via satellite SMS when you're off-grid.

2

Smart Routing

The system detects your intent and routes to the right tool: Weather API, Local LLM, Web Search, or First-Aid decision tree.

3

Intelligent Processing

High-confidence answers come from the local LLM. Low-confidence or fact-heavy queries trigger server-side web search with AI summarization.

4

Compressed Reply

Get a concise, actionable answer optimized for satellite bandwidth. Reply "more" for additional details if needed.

Perfect For

Whether you're exploring the backcountry or living off-grid, get the answers you need via satellite SMS.

Hiking in nature
Hiking & Backpacking
Camping under stars
Camping & RV Life
Remote outdoor adventure
Remote Adventures
Off-grid adventures
Off-Grid Living

Hikers & Backpackers

Trail conditions, weather checks, and first-aid guidance when miles from civilization.

Campers & RVers

Quick answers about wildlife, knots, fire safety, and outdoor skills.

Overlanders

Route planning, mechanical tips, and emergency guidance in remote areas.

Sailors

Weather updates and navigation help when offshore with limited connectivity.

Scout Leaders

Teaching resources and safety info during remote outings with groups.

Remote Workers

Off-grid cabin dwellers who need occasional fact-checking without internet.

Real Hardware, Real Privacy

Fast AI responses from our homelab server—no cloud dependencies or data sharing

Python FastAPI

Local LLM (Ollama)

sqlite3

Twilio SMS

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