In celebration of Fire Prevention Week, each of our local fire departments will host an open house on Saturday, October 10; festivities will include hands-on activities for children, fire station tours, fire safety information, and visits by Sparky the Fire Dog (so bring your cameras). The first of the open houses will be hosted by the Big Bear City Fire Department; from 9am to … [Read more...] about Volunteers of the Baldwin Lake Fire Department to Join BBC, BBL and Fawnskin for Saturday’s Open House Activities
Recreation
Forest Service Plans Intermittent Closure of 3N16, 3N12 and 2N09 for Road Repairs
In September, the San Bernardino National Forest began a number of road reconstruction projects in the Big Bear and Lake Arrowhead areas, given federal funding provided to enhance water quality through the reduction of erosion and sedimentation in forest streams and waterways. These Forest Service road projects will continue into the spring, though a few local roads will be … [Read more...] about Forest Service Plans Intermittent Closure of 3N16, 3N12 and 2N09 for Road Repairs
Local Activities and Camps Available to Students During Fall Break; Hummingbird Project Offers Financial Assistance
Bear Valley Unified students start their two-week Fall Break come Saturday and, parents, should you be looking for activities to engage your children through October 18, there are some opportunities. The Big Bear Valley Recreation and Park District offers Wild and Crazy Super Sports Camp for 9 to 13-year-olds, at a cost of $99 per week. Offerings during sports camp include … [Read more...] about Local Activities and Camps Available to Students During Fall Break; Hummingbird Project Offers Financial Assistance
Locals’ Night Returns to Oktoberfest This Friday
If you haven’t yet done the chicken dance this season, tomorrow night is your opportunity to join your friends and neighbors on the dance floor, for Locals’ Night at the 39th annual Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest with Burgermeister Hans Bandows and family. On Friday, October 2, admission to Oktoberfest is just $3 for local adults, and free for children 12 and under, with all gate … [Read more...] about Locals’ Night Returns to Oktoberfest This Friday
Moonridge and Fawnskin Residents Sought for Commission Appointments
The Big Bear Valley Recreation and Park District has an opening on their Advisory Commission, for which residents of the Moonridge area are encouraged to apply, to fill the post formerly held by Don Allen on a term that extends through January 2012. Applicants should be registered voters, living full-time in the Moonridge area and available for Rec and Park Commission meetings, … [Read more...] about Moonridge and Fawnskin Residents Sought for Commission Appointments