The Cariboo Chilcotin Orienteering Club has developed an exciting project with support from both the WLCF and OrienteeringBC to map 5.7km² of terrain in the 150 Mile House area, expanding local orienteering opportunities. Lidar mapping data provided by the LidarBC website has ensured the project developed smoothly, helping select the optimal areas for orienteering.
This project received immense support from landowners and leaseholders in the area, allowing it to move forward without obstacles. As the project expanded, it became apparent that the Williams Lake First Nations had plans for timber harvesting in the area. While this was a shift in plans, it presented an exciting opportunity, as the pre- and post-harvest landscapes will create unique variations in the terrain, offering different experiences for orienteers at future events.
The terrain has already seen significant use, having been incorporated into two of the ten events held this year alone. Looking ahead, the Cariboo Chilcotin Orienteering Club is excited about the expanded mapping opportunities, which will create new challenges and experiences for orienteers in the region. The WLCF’s contribution has been instrumental in making this vision a reality, and the club looks forward to continued collaboration with WLCF in the future. 
- Tags: 150 Mile, Grant, Orienteering