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
San Bernardino National Forest
Big Bear Discovery Center Needs Volunteers
Big Bear, Ca April 2, 2011 6:00 pm - The National Forest Association requires many volunteers to run the Big Bear Discovery Center. Four times each year, the NFA invites anyone interested in helping to an orientation. During the meeting, potential volunteers learn about the NFA and the programs that need volunteers. At the end of the presentation, there is an opportunity to … [Read more...] about Big Bear Discovery Center Needs Volunteers
Fire Lookout Program Offers Training For New Volunteers
San Bernardino, CA, March 29, 2011, noon - The Fire Lookout Host Program, which is one of the six volunteer programs of the National Forest Association, is recruiting volunteers to staff fire lookouts for this year’s fire season. Lookout Volunteers help to protect the forest and local mountain communities from the threat of fire, and host visitors. New Volunteer Training begins … [Read more...] about Fire Lookout Program Offers Training For New Volunteers
Forest Service Seeks Public Comment On Off-Highway Vehicle Grant Application
San Bernardino, CA, March 15, 2011, 1:00pm – San Bernardino National Forest recreation managers are seeking public comments on their proposals for the California Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) grant program. Public comments can be submitted through April 4. The State is using an Internet-based “On-Line Grant Application” process as the means to apply for State funding. San … [Read more...] about Forest Service Seeks Public Comment On Off-Highway Vehicle Grant Application