Big Bear's history includes cattle rustlers, movie stars, and several gold strikes. In the mid 1800’s, Holcomb Valley was an area of extensive gold prospecting. New towns sprang up overnight, and the population swelled to more than the rest of San Bernardino County. To visit this historical area, the Big Bear Discovery Center offers guided 4 x 4 tours every weekend. Spring … [Read more...] about Big Bear Discovery Center Offers Holcomb Valley Tours
Big Bear News
Curves Food Drive Benefits Local Pantries
Big Bear, Ca April 13, 2011 8:00 am - During the month of April, the Big Bear Curves Fitness Center is collecting non-perishable food and cash donations to support local food banks. The women’s gym located in the K-Mart Shopping Center collected nearly 1,000 pounds of food during their last annual food drive. Vicki Johnston, owner of the Big Bear franchise, says she first … [Read more...] about Curves Food Drive Benefits Local Pantries
Civil Air Patrol Holds Open House
Big Bear, Ca April 10, 2011 12:00 pm - The Civil Air Patrol’s Bear Valley Squadron #6750 will open their headquarters to the public on Saturday, April 16 beginning at 1:00 pm. Present at the event will be both adult and cadet members of the squadron to share information about their programs. The Civil Air Patrol’s mission includes providing emergency services, aerospace … [Read more...] about Civil Air Patrol Holds Open House
Get the Burger Rated 100 Percent
Big Bear, Ca April 9, 2011 3:00 pm - Get the Burger recently received the highest rating possible from the San Bernardino County Health Department. Owner Eric Schwartz told KBHR, “100% is what we’ve strived for.” From the time the 50’s diner style hamburger restaurant opened in Big Bear City, Schwartz has been checking with the health inspector, improving his restaurant’s … [Read more...] about Get the Burger Rated 100 Percent
Final Weekend for Bear Mountain this Season
Big Bear, Ca April 9, 2011 12:00 pm - Thursday and Friday’s spring storm added 7 to 10 inches of powdery snow to the slopes according to Bear Mountain Resorts, and conditions are very good to excellent. Although this weekend will be the last of the season for Bear Mountain, Snow Summit plans to remain open through April 17, and possibly through the Saturday before Easter, … [Read more...] about Final Weekend for Bear Mountain this Season