Big Bear Lake, CA, February 15, 2014 - Frank Brown and Hiram Barton rode into Big Bear Valley on horseback in May of 1883. They quickly concluded that if they built a dam at the narrow west end of the valley, they would create a lake five and a half miles long that could supply much needed water to thirsty communities down the hill. For economic … [Read more...] about 1884 – Big Bear Gets a Dam and a Lake
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Big Bear Airport Has a ‘Bumpy’ Start
Big Bear City, CA January 25, 2014 - In 1916, Waldo Waterman, a pilot from Ontario, landed an aircraft in a field just east of Big Bear Lake, opening up a new era for the valley. In 1924 Waterman laid out Big Bear’s first airfield just east of the lake. He used a 5 seat, single engine plane to provide passenger service between Ontario and the Big Bear Valley. … [Read more...] about Big Bear Airport Has a ‘Bumpy’ Start
Cabin Fire Near Big Bear City Airport
Big Bear City, Ca - January 14, 2013, 11:50 AM - Fire crews of Big Bear Fire responded to a reported fire in the 700 block of West Country Club, just after 11 AM today. As they arrived one small cabin was fully engulfed and a second cabin next door was also involved. A lot of smoke was seen throughout the Big Bear Valley prompting many calls to authorities The proximity to … [Read more...] about Cabin Fire Near Big Bear City Airport
Bear Valley Community Hospital Dedicates Plaque and Flag Pole to John Grandi
Big Bear Lake, CA, November 8, 2012 - Bear Valley Community Hospital held a celebration this morning to honor John Grandi. The hospital dedicated a bronze plaque at the flag pole at the front entrance of the hospital. They had previously planned a tree dedication but discovered that they were unable to place the oversized plaque at the base of the tree so opted for the flag … [Read more...] about Bear Valley Community Hospital Dedicates Plaque and Flag Pole to John Grandi
