Sebastien R
USGS maps also show the checkerboard pattern. It would be good to show both the checkerboard pattern (which should be updated based on the TDLT acquisitions), as well as the vegetation layer, similar to what is done there: https://www.openstreetmap.org/#map=15/39.1559/-120.2338&layers=N. I am guessing most users in this area are using openmap to plan interesting hiking/MTB/running/terrain skiing trails that have public access. The vegetation layer is a good tool to plan outdoors activities, but it's a pretty daunting task. The checkerboard pattern also helps to identify private properties. I've changed the private access tag whenever I've bumped into private properties, which also helps. At a large scale, it's nice to see the areas that should be avoided. Ideally, there would also be some layering to identify areas that have been deforested or burned.