Spring Event at Knife Creek
May 28th 2023 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Alex Fraser Research Forest at Knife Creek
Registration: opens 12:00 noon
Mass start at 1:00 pm
Course closes 3:00 pm
Directions: From 150 Mile House, drive south on Highway 97 for 5 km Turn left onto the Mule Deer Range. (Big Meadow Road opposite Mission Road). Drive 1.9 km up Big Meadow Road to park. Watch for the Orange and White orienteering flags.
There will be 24 controls placed in the forest, their locations marked
on you rmap. They range in value from 10 Points (novice) to 50 Points
(expert). This event is score Orienteering where you can visit a few or
as many checkpoints as you wish within the time limit of 2 hours. How
many points can you collect?
Maps will be provided. A compass is recommended, no other special
equipment is required. We recommend you bring a water bottle and
mosquito repellent and dress for walking, hiking or running on trails or
in the forest. Printed instructions and an instructor will be available
to assist you before you start a course.
Walk or run. You may orienteer as an individual, with a partner, or go as a group or family.
This event is suitable for families as well as individuals of all ages.
Newcomers are welcome and instruction will be available. For more information just reply to this email.
Entry Fee: Adult $8.00 Juniors $4.00 Family Max $16.00
**Entry to your first event is FREE with your purchase of a 2023 Membership
*Please note: A Club Membership is required for this event and will be available at registration.
2023 Membership Fees*
Individual $10.00
Juniors <21 years $5.00
Family maximum $25.00
*Included is Membership in Orienteering British
Columbia and in Orienteering Canada which we require as they provide
sport insurance coverage for participants, volunteers and landowners