Big Bear Lake, CA -- At long last with summer weather upon us, the Big Bear Valley Recreation and Park District opens Swim Beach, on the lake at the western-most end of Park Avenue, starting this weekend. Swim Beach will be open weekends from noon to 5pm; once school is out (in two weeks), the recreation area will be open Thursdays through Mondays through Labor Day. Swim Beach … [Read more...] about Recreation and Park District Opens Swim Beach on June 5; Swim Lessons and Summer Day Camps Also Available
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Bears Varsity Baseball Players Named to All-League Distinction; Class of 2010 Honored at PAC on June 7
Sugarloaf, CA -- Earlier this week, we announced that six members of the Big Bear High School girls varsity softball team had been singled out for All DeAnza League honors. BBHS has since announced that six members of the Bears varsity baseball team have also been so honored. All DeAnza League distinctions include honorable mention for Hans Hausner, 2nd Team All League to Cody … [Read more...] about Bears Varsity Baseball Players Named to All-League Distinction; Class of 2010 Honored at PAC on June 7
MWD’s East Public Launch Ramp Opens, New and Improved, on June 11; West Ramp Remains Open to Boaters
Big Bear Lake, CA -- Earlier this week, the MWD announced a temporary closure of the boat ramp located just west of Stanfield Cutoff on the North Shore. In an updated press release, here are the additional details: “The Big Bear Municipal Water District announces that the Carol Morrison East Public Launch Ramp will be closed through Thursday, June 10 for construction. The … [Read more...] about MWD’s East Public Launch Ramp Opens, New and Improved, on June 11; West Ramp Remains Open to Boaters
Amgen Tour of California Brings Worldwide Exposure to Big Bear, and Anticipation of Increased Tourism
Big Bear Lake, CA -- As the Amgen Tour of California cycled through Big Bear on Friday, May 21st, legendary cycling commentator Phil Liggett raved, “We have been treated to one of the best cycling stages we’ve seen in America, ever.” However, on a more local level, response from business owners has been mixed as, though the event brought more crowds than the Big Bear Valley … [Read more...] about Amgen Tour of California Brings Worldwide Exposure to Big Bear, and Anticipation of Increased Tourism
HEAP Application Processing on June 14, for Those Who Need Financial Assistance with Utility Bills
Big Bear Lake, CA -- Bear Valley Electric Service is once again offering HEAP application processing, with the next round scheduled for Monday, June 14, so families and individuals who could use financial assistance with utility bills can start readying the paperwork. Starting Monday morning at 9am, applications for HEAP, which stands for the Home Energy Assistance Program, … [Read more...] about HEAP Application Processing on June 14, for Those Who Need Financial Assistance with Utility Bills