Big Bear News, Big Bear, CA - In a remarkable display of resilience, Big Bear’s world?famous bald eagle pair Jackie and Shadow have begun a second egg clutch just weeks after losing their first two eggs of the season. The news has sparked excitement and renewed hope among the thousands who follow the Friends of Big Bear Valley (FOBBV) live nest cams. On the afternoon of … [Read more...] about Jackie & Shadow Begin a Hopeful Second Egg Clutch in Big Bear Valley
Winds, Snow, and Downed Trees Mark Big Bear’s First Major Storm Series
Big Bear News – Big Bear, CA — Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 12noon- The first series of winter storms of the year is creating significant challenges across the Big Bear Valley, with road closures, power outages, and hazardous travel conditions reported throughout the morning. State Route 18 remains closed in both directions from the Big Bear Dam to Green Valley Lake after … [Read more...] about Winds, Snow, and Downed Trees Mark Big Bear’s First Major Storm Series
SR-38 Remains Open This Week Due to Continued Snowfall
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - Caltrans is suspending previously scheduled roadwork on State Route 38 this week from Tuesday, February 17th through Friday, February 20th due to continued snowfall expected. Maintenance crews are actively working to plow the roadway for travel to and from the Big Bear Valley. At this posting on Tuesday, February 17th, at 9:30am, the route … [Read more...] about SR-38 Remains Open This Week Due to Continued Snowfall
Snowfall Builds as Winter Systems Move Through Big Bear
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - A cold, active winter pattern continues across the San Bernardino Mountains this week, with multiple waves of snow, gusty winds, and rapidly changing road conditions. A Winter Storm Warning remains in effect through 12 noon on Wednesday as this system moves through. Early Week (Mon–Tue): Today’s first surge brings steady snowfall, daytime highs … [Read more...] about Snowfall Builds as Winter Systems Move Through Big Bear
Passing of Sandy Steers, Leader of the Big Bear Eagle Cam and Longtime Conservation Advocate
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - Friends of Big Bear Valley (FOBBV) have announced the heartbreaking news that Executive Director Sandy Steers passed away on the evening of February 11, 2026. In their statement, the organization shared, “It is with heavy hearts and great sadness to let our Friends of Big Bear Valley eagle family know that Sandy Steers passed away.” No additional … [Read more...] about Passing of Sandy Steers, Leader of the Big Bear Eagle Cam and Longtime Conservation Advocate