Big Bear Lake, CA, March 24, 2013 - Forest Service officials are seeking public comments by May 16 on the Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement (SEIS) for a Proposed Amendment to the Land Management Plans for the four Southern California national forests (the Angeles, Cleveland, Los Padres, and San Bernardino). The SEIS analyzes the proposal to modify existing … [Read more...] about Public Comments Sought for Environmental Impact Statement
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Is there a bluebird in your backyard? Tell Cornell.
Big Bear Lake, CA, February 15, 2013 - Local bird watchers of any skill level can participate online in annual citizen-science research this weekend. Participants in the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) simply watch birds at any location for at least 15 minutes, tally the numbers of each species they see, and report their tallies online at www.BirdCount.org. The GBBC lasts … [Read more...] about Is there a bluebird in your backyard? Tell Cornell.
Discovery Center Seeks Volunteers
Fawnskin, CA, February 9, 2013 - The Big Bear Discovery Center is looking for energetic and enthusiastic individuals who want to make a positive difference in the San Bernardino National Forest. Here’s an opportunity for local residents or second homeowners who want to give back to their community, utilize their skills, meet interesting people and learn more about their … [Read more...] about Discovery Center Seeks Volunteers
Pile Burning In Big Bear Valley Again Today
Big Bear Lake, CA, February 6, 2013 - Fire Crews from the U. S. Forest Service will be burning slash and debris piles in the Big Bear area near Club View and Forest Service Road 2N10 during the day today. Smoke may be visible in the Big Bear Valley area. According to the Forest Service, the controlled burns are part of their on-going community protection fuels reduction … [Read more...] about Pile Burning In Big Bear Valley Again Today
Sierra Club Environmental Film Festival
Fawnskin, CA, November 9, 2012, 6am - On Thursday November 15, 2012, at 6:30pm, the Sierra Club Big Bear Group will present their annual Environmental Film Festival at the Discovery Center. They have two movies this year. “America’s Wildest Refuge” celebrates the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, its formation and expansion, and the fight to preserve it. You’ll see the pioneers … [Read more...] about Sierra Club Environmental Film Festival