Big Bear, CA, March 29, 2014 - In 1959 a forest fire engulfed the San Bernardino National Forest and in the aftermath, several injured animals were found that required care. A makeshift hospital and rehabilitation area called the Wildlife Habitat was set up where the zoo is currently located. Two bobcats and an orphaned baby black bear were the first residents of the future … [Read more...] about From Wildlife Habitat to the Big Bear Alpine Zoo
Education
Guiding Teens Toward Healthy Relationships
Big Bear, CA, March 18, 2014 - According to a national survey, one in three adolescents in the United States is a victim of physical, sexual, emotional or verbal abuse from a dating partner. In collaboration with Common Ground, DOVES will be educating parents, grandparents, teachers and community members on the warning signs of teen dating violence and share effective tools … [Read more...] about Guiding Teens Toward Healthy Relationships
Celebrating the Stars in Big Bear Lake
March 17, 2014 - It’s an event Big Bear’s clear skies were made for: a StarLight Festival designed to inform and entertain both kids and adults. The AstronomyOutreach network is presenting this free, public event in the Village, from 10:00 a.m. to midnight on May 24th and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on May 25th. There will be hands-on activities, an Apollo Moon Rock on display, … [Read more...] about Celebrating the Stars in Big Bear Lake
Singing Pines Expands to Accommodate Growing Demand
Big Bear Lake, CA, February 21, 2014 - After nearly five years at their original location west of the Village, the Big Bear Valley’s only private school moved to new grounds this week. Singing Pines School has no religious affiliations, but it now occupies three large classrooms in the Gunther Center at Community Church by the Lake. The school is partnering with the church to … [Read more...] about Singing Pines Expands to Accommodate Growing Demand
Best Essay Will Win Pirate’s Booty
Big Bear Lake, CA, February 20, 2014 - It's never too early to start saving for college. Local kindergartners have a chance to win a $25 scholarship by drawing a picture of a pirate, and older students can compete for much bigger scholarships with their writing. It’s all part of the Pirate Essay Contest presented by the Bear Valley Renaissance Society, Inc. (BVRSI). The … [Read more...] about Best Essay Will Win Pirate’s Booty