Big Bear Lake, CA - On Wednesday, October 11, at approximately 8:12 p.m. a San Bernardino County Sheriff’s helicopter responded to the Castle Rock area in reference to a hiker who slid off a large rock and onto a cliff. The 17 year old male from Apple Valley was stuck on the cliff and was unable to get to safety. The crew located the hiker using GPS coordinates through a … [Read more...] about Night Vision Hoist Rescue of Injured Hiker From Castle Rock
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BVES Hosts Annual Customer Service Week Barbecue
Big Bear Lake, CA - Bear Valley Electric Service will host its annual Customer Service Week Barbecue on Friday, Oct. 6, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. The event will take place at the BVES office, located at 42020 Garstin Drive in Big Bear Lake. BVES Director Paul Marconi said, “Customer service is our top priority at Bear Valley Electric Service, and this annual Customer Service Week … [Read more...] about BVES Hosts Annual Customer Service Week Barbecue
Fall is the Season for Heightened Bear Activity in the High Country
Big Bear, CA - The California Department of Fish and Wildlife and the U.S. Forest Service remind citizens visiting or living in the high country and foothills that fall is the time of year for increased bear foraging activity and more human and bear encounters are possible. California black bears are typically active and foraging between April and mid-fall, but in autumn, … [Read more...] about Fall is the Season for Heightened Bear Activity in the High Country
California First Responder Day Event to Be Held at Snow Valley Mountain Resort
Running Springs, CA - The Mountain Rim Fire Safe Council and State Senator Mike Morrell invite the community to participate in a day of recognition for local emergency personnel at the inaugural California First Responder Day at Snow Valley Mountain Resort. First responders and their families, as well as the community, are encouraged to attend this special event. There will … [Read more...] about California First Responder Day Event to Be Held at Snow Valley Mountain Resort
Film Festival in Big Bear
Big Bear, CA - Festival Angaelica returns to Big Bear this week. The festival brings independent filmmakers from around the world showcasing over 160 films. The film screenings and live music events are free to attend. For the last ten years, Festival founders, Breven Warren and Tim Udall, have combined film, art, music and nature bringing the festival to Big Bear last … [Read more...] about Film Festival in Big Bear