Big Bear, Ca April 3, 2011 12:00 pm - Big Bear Lake is open and the early spring is a great time for boating on the lake. Because the water temperature is quite cold as snow melt runs into the lake, a few extra precautions should be taken to make your trip safe. Personal flotation devices, also known as PFDs or lifejackets should always be worn and buckled up. This is … [Read more...] about Enjoy Big Bear Lake Safely
Recreation
Big Bear Discovery Center Needs Volunteers
Big Bear, Ca April 2, 2011 6:00 pm - The National Forest Association requires many volunteers to run the Big Bear Discovery Center. Four times each year, the NFA invites anyone interested in helping to an orientation. During the meeting, potential volunteers learn about the NFA and the programs that need volunteers. At the end of the presentation, there is an opportunity to … [Read more...] about Big Bear Discovery Center Needs Volunteers
Big Bear Lake Open for 2011 Season
Big Bear Lake, Ca April 1, 2011 12:00 pm - The 2011 season for Big Bear Lake has begun. Each year, the Big Bear Municipal Water District officially opens the lake for fishing, boating, and water skiing at the beginning of April. While there is still snow on the mountain slopes, Stacy, on duty at the MWD’s East Boat Ramp, says she has been busy. The ramp has already launched … [Read more...] about Big Bear Lake Open for 2011 Season
Jib For Japan
Big Bear, Ca, April 1, 2011, 8:00am - Due to the recent 8.9 earthquake that hit Japan earlier in March, Bear Mountain will be hosting a Jib for Japan this Sunday April 3rd. The snowboarding event will be a special contest that will benefit victims of the Japan earthquake and Tsunami. Jib for Japan will feature a snowboard contest, demos, raffles, and auctions with 100 percent … [Read more...] about Jib For Japan
Rules Of The Road For Cyclists
Big Bear, Ca, March 30, 2011, 12:00pm -With spring weather returning more bicycles have been spotted around town. Bicycles are used for recreation, and as transportation around the valley, therefore KBHR and the Big Bear Cycling Association want to remind motorists and cyclists of rules of the road to keep Big Bear a safe environment for cyclists. A bicycle operated on a … [Read more...] about Rules Of The Road For Cyclists