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Experience a unique soundscape that blends stories, sounds, and seasons of a specific location. As you move with your device and headphones, the audio composition responds to your presence, weaving together voices and field recordings.
What's New in Confluences
1.0.102
July 30, 2025
A high-resolution map is now bundled with the app, which means that you will be able to see the map no matter what your connectivity status. This release also fixes some UI bugs in onboarding when using larger font sizes.
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FAQ
What is Confluences?
Confluences is a free downloadable app that offers an emplaced sound experience. It blends stories, sounds, and seasons of Ucross in a layered composition that responds to your movement.
How does Confluences work?
You use a mobile device with headphones to walk around the main campus and ranchland. The app plays sounds and voices that change as you move through the space.
What kind of content is in Confluences?
The app features voices of valley residents, artist residents, community members, and land stewards, mixed with field recordings from different seasons at Ucross.
Is Confluences suitable for children?
The app has an age rating of 9+, suggesting it is appropriate for children aged 9 and above. It's designed as an educational and artistic exploration.
What devices does Confluences support?
Confluences is supported on iPhone and iPod devices. It is recommended to charge your device before heading out to ensure a full experience.
How often is Confluences updated?
The latest version of Confluences is 1.0.102, and it was last updated on July 30, 2025. This indicates a recent update for the application.
Does Confluences have ads?
No, Confluences does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use without any ad interruptions.
What is the learning methodology of Confluences?
Confluences employs an experiential learning methodology, where users learn through direct engagement with the environment and its auditory elements. It encourages slow exploration and appreciation of the site.