Debolt, Alberta
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Debolt is a hamlet in northern Alberta, Canada.
It was named after the Debolt family, who settled the area in the 1930's. As of 2006, the community had approximately 150 residents.[1]
Debolt is located in Peace Country, 58 km (36 mi) east from Grande Prairie and 54 km (34 mi) west of Valleyview along Highway 43.
It lies in the Smoky River valley, at an elevation of 640 m (2,100 ft). Administration lies with the Municipal District of Greenview.[2]
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[edit] Economy
The economy is based on agriculture and cattle ranching, with services for the oil and gas industry growing in recent years. Forestry, logging and plywood production are other elements of the economy. De-In Industries, a granaries manufacturing plant, is one of the main employers in Debolt.
The community is served by Debolt Airport (IATA: N/A, ICAO: CFG4), located 2 km (1 mi) north of the settlement.
[edit] Attractions
The Hubert Memorial Park, a collection of early buildings and artifacts is located in Debolt.
Legion Hall is part of the Debolt and District Pioneer Museum.
The community has a fire hall, a church (Gospel Light Alliance Church), a pub (Blue Apple Cafe) and a general store and gas station.
Debolt is the birthplace of Ken Belford, a poet living in Prince George, British Columbia.
[edit] See also
[edit] References
- ^ Discover the Peace Country. Debolt. Retrieved on 2007-06-21.
- ^ Alberta Municipal Affairs (2007). Municipal District of Greenview No. 16 - Municipal Profile. Retrieved on 2007-06-21.
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