Big Bear Lake, CA, June 12, 2013 - Registration is underway for “Walk for Big Bear Valley” a walkathon that will benefit 23 local nonprofit organizations. The event will be the morning of Saturday, June 22. Sign-in at the event is from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the west end of the Alpine Pedal Path on North Shore Lane in Fawnskin. Pre-registration, requests for sponsorships … [Read more...] about Walkathon Will Benefit 23 Valley Nonprofits
Recreation
No forest fees on National Get Outdoors Day
San Bernardino National Forest, June 7, 2013 - The U.S. Forest Service is offering a fee-free day on June 8 in celebration of National Get Outdoors Day, an annual event to encourage healthy, active outdoor fun. Obesity and physical inactivity are major risk factors for chronic diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Physically active outdoor recreation can be … [Read more...] about No forest fees on National Get Outdoors Day
County reinstates Rec & Park, Sugarloaf Advisory Commissions
Big Bear Valley, CA, June 4, 2013 - The San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors approved the reinstatement of the Big Bear Valley Recreation and Park District (BBVRPD) Advisory Commission at their June 4 meeting. The commission will consist of seven members representing various geographical areas of Big Bear Valley, working closely with BBVRPD General Manager Reese … [Read more...] about County reinstates Rec & Park, Sugarloaf Advisory Commissions
Sharing the forest smartly: “Be Bear Aware”
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”
“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!”