Big Bear, CA - Fire restrictions on the San Bernardino National Forest will be elevated beginning today, Tuesday, August 6. The changes will include limiting campfires to selected sites, increased restrictions on smoking and the prohibition of welding and other open-flame activities without the proper permits. “The wet winter has provided a very mild fire season on the forest … [Read more...] about Fire Restrictions Elevated in the San Bernardino National Forest
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Nexen Tire America ‘Adopts’ 13 Big Bear Trails
Big Bear, CA - Nexen Tire America Inc.'s N’Fera Club has adopted 13 off-roading trails in Big Bear. The Adopt-A-Trail volunteers contribute over 25,000 hours annually to maintain the trails in the San Bernardino National Forest. Volunteers help keep the trails clean and safe while also helping the Forest Service monitor for illegal activities and dangerous open fires as a part … [Read more...] about Nexen Tire America ‘Adopts’ 13 Big Bear Trails
Bald Eagle “Stormy” Fledgling Facts
Special thanks to Friends of Big Bear Valley. Bald Eagle fledgling information courtesy of Learner.org. The young will stay in the nest about 11 to 12 weeks. By this time their downy feathers are replaced by juvenile feathers. At the end of this time the adults will start encouraging them to fly. First flights are often rather awkward and up to half of fledgling … [Read more...] about Bald Eagle “Stormy” Fledgling Facts
Keller Peak Fire Lookout Celebrates 90 Years of Service
Big Bear, CA - On Saturday, October 21st, the Southern California Mountains Foundation and San Bernardino National Forest held a dedication ceremony to celebrate 90 years of service for the Keller Peak Fire Lookout Tower. The Fire Lookout is located on the top of Keller Peak Road in Running Springs, CA and is managed by volunteers as one of the six volunteer programs of the … [Read more...] about Keller Peak Fire Lookout Celebrates 90 Years of Service
Bridge Fire – Updated
UPDATE - 7/17/17 - 135 Firefighters are working on containment lines and suppression repair north of Greenspot Road north of the Iron Bridge near the City of Highland. The fire has been mapped at 460 Acres and is 80% contained UPDATE - 7/16/17 - Bridge fire 70% contained, 460 acres. A total of 300 Firefighters are working a wildland fire burning north of Greenspot Road … [Read more...] about Bridge Fire – Updated