The Los Angeles Times recently reported that the coyote is one of nature’s ultimate survivors. They have the ability to adapt and eat just about anything as omnivorous canids including gophers as seen in these shots recently taken during a rainy afternoon in the Stanfield Marsh. It’s believed these three coyotes were attracted to rodents forced close to the surface by … [Read more...] about The Coyote one of Natures Ultimate Survivors
Big Bear Photos
Clear Dark Sky for Lunar Eclipse in Big Bear
Total lunar eclipses can be described as a Blood Moon because of it's reddish appearance as the eclipse is full. This eclipsed full moon was a Blue Moon, second this month and, it was almost a Super-moon, best described as a Super Blue Blood Moon eclipse. … [Read more...] about Clear Dark Sky for Lunar Eclipse in Big Bear
‘Breakaway From Cancer’ Honors Local Cancer Survivor During Amgen Tour of California
Big Bear, CA - On Friday, May 19, Big Bear Lake resident and cancer survivor Tina Follett will help kick-off day six of the 12th annual Amgen Tour of California, America’s most prestigious professional cycling race. Follett was selected to participate in the official start activities by Amgen on behalf of the company’s Breakaway from Cancer® initiative, which aims to … [Read more...] about ‘Breakaway From Cancer’ Honors Local Cancer Survivor During Amgen Tour of California
It’s Snowing in Big Bear
Big Bear, CA, November 18, 2016 - Snowmaking has begun! On Wednesday, November 16, the snow guns at Bear Mountain Resorts fired up to take advantage of several days of cold weather. The conditions, dry and cold, are exactly what the resorts need to get a good start on their base. Bear Mountain is focusing their efforts on Chairs 7 and 9 while Snow Summit is keeping the guns … [Read more...] about It’s Snowing in Big Bear
Always Be Bear Aware
San Bernardino National Forest, CA, October 20, 2016 - Investigators from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) have concluded the investigation of a bear attack on a Southern California man last Monday. CDFW is unable to confirm the current location of the bear. No further efforts will be made to trap and/or euthanize the bear. On Oct. 10, a 54-year-old … [Read more...] about Always Be Bear Aware
Delamar Fire at 50% Containment
UPDATE 10/5 - As of 10:00 am this morning, containment is at 95% with full containment expected this evening. UPDATE 10/4 - As of 6:30 pm Monday evening, the Delamar fire was at 87% containment. Big Bear, CA, October 3, 2016 - Firefighters are working a wildland fire on Delamar Mountain north of Big Bear Lake and the community of Fawnskin. The fire is visible from the … [Read more...] about Delamar Fire at 50% Containment