In addition to this being Blue Ribbon Week, during which all are encouraged to support our law enforcement, May 14–18 is also recognized as National Ride Your Bike to Work Week, in an effort to reduce pollution and promote good health. During Ride Your Bike to Work Week, drivers are reminded to share the road with cyclists. Within the Big Bear Valley, there are now 30 miles of … [Read more...] about Share the Road: May 14-18 Is National Bike to Work Week
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Big Bear Lake’s Green Sustainability Efforts Committee Makes Strides to “Go Green”; Free Composting Class Available May 2
In the spirit of Earth Day and an effort year-round to be conscious of ways the City of Big Bear Lake can “go green,” the City’s Green Sustainability Efforts Committee, chaired by City Council members Rick Herrick and Bill Jahn, has several programs in place. These include the implementation of Green Building Codes (and the possibility of certification for green builders), … [Read more...] about Big Bear Lake’s Green Sustainability Efforts Committee Makes Strides to “Go Green”; Free Composting Class Available May 2
Local Cycling Enthusiasts Establish 30+ Miles of Big Bear Bike Routes
Though only formed in June of 2006, the Big Bear Valley Trails Coalition has already made their mark, as evidenced by 37 “share the road” signs installed around the perimeter of Big Bear Lake. The group's steering committee of 13, originally formed as a coalition of the Big Bear Valley Recreation and Park District, has garnered the support of the City of Big Bear Lake, CalTrans … [Read more...] about Local Cycling Enthusiasts Establish 30+ Miles of Big Bear Bike Routes
Outdoor Sporting Events Come Together as Open Air Big Bear Coalition
There are a number of outdoor sporting events here in the Big Bear Valley, and local event organizers have come together to form the coalition Open Air Big Bear. According to Rick Bates of the Valley’s Events Resource Office, “The concept is for all of us to work together, pooling our resources and skills to present a full season of exciting outdoor events. While each event … [Read more...] about Outdoor Sporting Events Come Together as Open Air Big Bear Coalition