Biche, Pointe la
Category : Point | |
The precise origin of the name of this point is unknown, but is probably descriptive. Biche is the French-Canadian term for elk or deer used by fur traders since at least the early 19th century. It was recorded by the Geological Survey of Canada in 1892. |
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Approximately 87 km south-west of Fort McMurray. |
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Location Name : | Livock River |
National Topographic System (NTS) : | 84 A/7 |
Sub Section | Section | Township | Range | Meridian | |
1-86-18-W4 | |
Latitude (N) | Longitude (W) | |
56° 26' N 112° 42' W | |
The content above is directly derived from : | |
Place Names of Alberta - Volume IV Northern Alberta |