San Bernardino National Forest, May 15, 2013 - May is “Be Bear Aware” Month and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) reminds the public to act responsibly in bear country. As black bears emerge from hibernation, their search for food often leads them into campsites and residential neighborhoods, where trash and food is readily available. Throughout spring and … [Read more...] about Sharing the forest smartly: “Be Bear Aware”
Recreation
“Dirt is good for you!”
Big Bear Lake, CA, May 12, 2013 - The Big Bear Valley Community Gardens Project is hosting a series of educational workshops every Saturday from May 18 through September. The workshops are FREE and open to the public, held at the Community Gardens on Fox Farm Road behind CVS and across from Kmart. Participants should bring their own chair and something to drink. The schedule … [Read more...] about “Dirt is good for you!”
Saturday kicks off a season of shoreline care
Big Bear Lake, CA, May 10, 2013 - The Big Bear Municipal Water District invites the public to their annual Adopt-a-Shoreline kickoff event; it's scheduled for Saturday, May 11 at 9:00 a.m. at the MWD Headquarters (40524 Lakeview Drive). Volunteers will receive a t-shirt, hat and cleaning supplies to help beautify one of the most heavily used recreations areas in Big Bear … [Read more...] about Saturday kicks off a season of shoreline care
Bike club presents kids’ cycling extravaganza
Big Bear Lake, CA, May 10, 2013 - The second annual Big Bear Children's CycleFest is scheduled for Saturday, May 11 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Big Bear Sheriff's Office. This event is presented by to help keep kids safe on the road. It includes free helmets, helmet inspection and fitting, free bike inspections and presentations on bike safety and handling. There is … [Read more...] about Bike club presents kids’ cycling extravaganza
Missing hikers found in good condition
San Bernardino National Forest, May 7, 2013 - This morning, a Sheriff's helicopter spotted three hikers reported missing Sunday. At approximately 10:15 a.m., the three men -- Ryan Shankles, and Miguel DeLatorre from Oceanside, and David Yoder from Carlsbad -- were found in the area of Northfork Meadows, close to Mineshaft Campground. They are being reunited with their families … [Read more...] about Missing hikers found in good condition