Big Bear Lake, CA February 12, 2016 - New legislation was proceeding to create Desert and Mountain protection spearheaded by Senator Feinstein and Congressman Cook in a bipartisan effort, yet the president unilaterally used Antiquities Act to create what is being called the California Desert Monument. Recently, the Big Bear Lake City Council, in a letter, urged the … [Read more...] about Obama Uses Antiquities Act to Create Three New Southern California National Monuments
Environment
Another Winter Storm Is On Its Way, Are You Prepared?
Big Bear, CA, January 30th, 2016 - A winter storm is on the horizon for this weekend with predictions of another 3-8 inches in the Big Bear Valley, are you prepared? Follow these simple and helpful tips to get ready. Stock up on essential food items for the next four to five days. Some great foods to include are Canned Tuna, Potatoes, Peanut Butter, Soup, Tortillas, … [Read more...] about Another Winter Storm Is On Its Way, Are You Prepared?
Don’t Risk Your Life, Stay Off Lake Ice!
Big Bear, CA, January 9th, 2016 - Winter temperatures in Big Bear Valley can vary greatly, but never get cold enough to create a safe, solid frozen surface on Big Bear Lake. Being on the lake ice is a violation of San Bernardino County Codes and Ordinances of the Municipal Water District, with maximum fines of up to $500. More importantly, hypothermia and drowning are … [Read more...] about Don’t Risk Your Life, Stay Off Lake Ice!
Missing Skiers Found
Big Bear, CA, January 8, 2016 - Shortly after 1:20 p.m. yesterday, deputies of the Big Bear Sheriff’s Station responded to a report of missing skiers and snowboarders at Snow Summit. It was originally reported that an off-duty female employee of Snow Summit had gone out of bounds, became disoriented as fog and snow conditions persisted throughout the day, and was lost in the … [Read more...] about Missing Skiers Found
Know Before You Go
Big Bear, CA, January 6, 2016 - Big Bear Valley offers many free snow play areas for snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and sledding. Don’t let your winter fun be ruined – KNOW BEFORE YOU GO! Free areas for snow play are available on open forest service land and trails only. Snow play on private property (including vacant lots) is prohibited. Violators are subject to … [Read more...] about Know Before You Go