The annual trek along the Pacific Crest Trail, from the U.S./Mexico border north to nearly Canada, is underway as both hikers and equestrians partake in the adventure, many of them stopping in the Big Bear Valley for postal service, supplies and showers. This year there are more hikers on the PCT, according to Suzanne Wilson, a regional rep for the Pacific Crest Trail … [Read more...] about Trekkin’ Through: Pacific Crest Trail Hikers Stop in Big Bear During Their Cross-Country Adventure
Recreation
Trophy-Sized Trout in Big Bear Lake, Thanks to Jim Hall Memorial Trout Classic; Hall Family, Resort Association, MWD and Optimists Host Fishing Tournaments in May, June
The Jim Hall Memorial Trout Classic returns to Big Bear Lake next weekend, though the ever-popular fishing tournament has already sold out. As Hall’s wife Jacque, who now oversees the tournament with son Jason and volunteers, tells KBHR, “We sold out all 425 spaces by the 21st of April, and our registration forms only went out on the first.” This, the 27th annual Trout Classic, … [Read more...] about Trophy-Sized Trout in Big Bear Lake, Thanks to Jim Hall Memorial Trout Classic; Hall Family, Resort Association, MWD and Optimists Host Fishing Tournaments in May, June
Garry Dokter Is No Longer GM of Big Bear Airport; Plans Continue for Air Fair and Young Eagles Program
Given a decision made on Wednesday, Garry Dokter is no longer the General Manager of the Big Bear Airport. A statement issued by the Airport District Board, which is overseen by President Butch Waymire, reads: “The Big Bear Airport Board of Directors and Mr. Garry Dokter have agreed not to continue his employment. We appreciate the time he worked for the airport. The Board will … [Read more...] about Garry Dokter Is No Longer GM of Big Bear Airport; Plans Continue for Air Fair and Young Eagles Program
Three New Soccer Fields to Be Ready for Summer Play at The Ranch
Three regulation-size soccer fields are coming to Big Bear, and should be ready for play at The Ranch Sports Complex in June. On Tuesday, the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors approved a $200,000 expenditure to allow for the Big Bear Valley Recreation and Park District to install both sod and fencing at the Erwin Lake recreation facility. Says County Supervisor Neil … [Read more...] about Three New Soccer Fields to Be Ready for Summer Play at The Ranch
City Staff to Give Presentation on Lake Access Points During This Afternoon’s Meeting of Municipal Water District Board
The Board of Directors of the Big Bear Municipal Water District meet for their first regular meeting of the month this afternoon at 1pm, at their offices at 40524 Lakeview Drive in Big Bear Lake. Today’s meeting will include the pinning of new Lake Patrol officers, and a presentation on lake access points, given by Big Bear Lake City Manager Jeff Mathieu and City Engineer David … [Read more...] about City Staff to Give Presentation on Lake Access Points During This Afternoon’s Meeting of Municipal Water District Board