About the LFGA
CONSERVATION & PROJECTS
- LFGA owns two habitat areas of approximately 160 acres, and are the Habitat Stewards on an additional 480 acres of prime habitat.
- We operate two trout fisheries within the City of Lacombe. The annual stocking of about 2000 rainbow trout into each one helps to secure an excellent fishery for the local community, especially youth.
- We own or lease three Fisheries Access Sites and the recreational property that goes with them, namely Wilson's Beach, Burbank Park, and Center Chain Lakes.
- We have contributed to several Habitat Trust Purchases, including Tide Creek on Pigeon Lake (320 acres), Stonehouse Properties (800 acres in total -- 160 in Trust Fund), Caine 1 and 3 properties, and a few others.
- We have been involved in Fisheries projects such as fish counts in the Blindman River and installed stream bank fencing between Bentley and Blackfalds.
ALBERTA WILDLIFE FEDERATION
The LFGA is an affiliate member of the Alberta Wildlife Federation (previously known as the Alberta Fish & Game Association).
The LFGA is an affiliate member of the Alberta Wildlife Federation (previously known as the Alberta Fish & Game Association).
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YOUTH OPPORTUNITIES
- We sponsor and help operate a Youth Conservation Education Camp. Each year we sponsor several youth to attend camp and have members volunteer to instruct at those camps. We also have instructors who deliver the Canadian Firearms Safety Courses, helping you use firearms in a safe and responsible manner.
- We have organized many successful Youth Fishing Day events at the Len Thompson Trout Pond in Lacombe.
- We encourage Youth Group Activities such as 4H Clubs, Scouts, and Jr. Forest Wardens through program support and sponsorship.
Meetings
Lacombe Fish and Game regular meetings are held the 2nd Tuesday each month at 7:30 PM at Burbank Park Hall. No meetings are held in July or August. The annual meeting is the 2nd Tuesday in January.
Projects & Programs
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Center Chain Lakes
This 72-acre site offers prime habitat land as well as public fishing access with a boat launch and pier. The site features a mix of native parkland habitat along Center Chain Lake and managed forage on a portion of the uplands. A meeting hall and unserviced cabins in the upland area play host to the Cenalta Youth Conservation Academy in July. The site (including boat launch area) is Day Use Only. |
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Wildlife Awards (Trophy) Competition
The annual Wildlife Awards (Trophy) Competition is organized by the LFGA and offered to members free of charge. Trophies and prizes are awarded in several hunting and fishing categories, along with a delicious banquet at the scenic Burbank Park meeting hall. |
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World's Largest Lure Project
The World's Largest Lure project was tackled by Len Thompson Lures in partnership with the LFGA, Echo Lacombe Community Grant Fund and local fabricators Comet Welding. Located at the Len Thompson Pond, Lacombe’s lure measures in at 40 ft 5.25”, nearly 25 ft longer than the previous record. To break the dimensions down even further, the spoon itself is 27.5 ft long and 9.5 ft wide. The treble hook is 14 ft long and 8 ft wide. Learn more. |
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Wheelchair Accessible Fishing Dock
Installed in 2023, this uniquely designed accessible dock at the Len Thompson Pond makes fishing accessible for every BODY. The dock is 100 feet long and 100 feet wide with approximately 3400 square feet of deck space. The LFGA wants to extend its heartfelt thanks to our LFGA Sponsors for making this project possible alongside the additional financial contributors below:
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