3ICE THICKNESS AS OF FEB 13TH 21-26"LAC LA BICHE LAKE: JEWEL OF THE NORTHThe thing that makes the Lac La Biche Ice Festival a stand out event is thejewel of the event; Lac La Biche lake. Lac La Biche Lake is historically andculturally significant.The indigenous Cree people referred to the lake as "WaskesiuSakhahegan," meaning "Elk Lake."The name "Lac La Biche" translates to "Lake of the Doe" in French,referring to female deer.It ranks as the seventh-largest lake in the province, covering an area ofabout 91 square miles (236 square kilometers).The lake features an average depth of approximately 27.6 feet (8.4 meters)and reaches a maximum depth of about 79.8 feet (24.4 meters).Lac La Biche is fed by several rivers, including the Owl River, PlamondonCreek, and Red Deer Brook, with the La Biche River serving as its soleoutflow, connecting to the Athabasca River.The lake is home to several islands, the largest of which is Churchill Island,located within Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park. This park offers avariety of recreational activities, such as fishing, boating, hiking, and natureappreciation. The lake's diverse shoreline, which includes sandy beachesand forested areas, enhances its appeal as a recreational destination.
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