San Bernardino National Forest, CA, October 20, 2016 - Investigators from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) have concluded the investigation of a bear attack on a Southern California man last Monday. CDFW is unable to confirm the current location of the bear. No further efforts will be made to trap and/or euthanize the bear. On Oct. 10, a 54-year-old … [Read more...] about Always Be Bear Aware
Pets & Wildlife
Fundraiser for EQUU8 Raises Money to Connect People and Horses
Big Bear, CA, October 14, 2016 - The stated mission of EQUU8 (pronounced equate) is to enrich the lives of horses and humans, with or without disabilities, by providing equal opportunities through meaningful equine-assisted activities and horsemanship. Suzanne Hodges, Executive Director of EQUU8, says, "For some people, the path to healing is found through horses. As a … [Read more...] about Fundraiser for EQUU8 Raises Money to Connect People and Horses
Wolf Awareness Week at the Big Bear Alpine Zoo
Big Bear, CA, October 5, 2016 - During the week of October 9-15, keepers at the Big Bear Alpine Zoo will emphasize the importance of wolves to their ecosystem with daily dedicated keeper talks. On Saturday, October 15, 2016, they will place specific attention on the roles that wolves play in maintaining this delicate balance through talks and enrichment presentations. At the … [Read more...] about Wolf Awareness Week at the Big Bear Alpine Zoo
California Naturalist Volunteer Training Big Bear Discovery Center; September-November 2016
Big Bear, CA, July 17th, 2016 - Do you enjoy learning about the natural world? Would you like to learn about the amazing and unique ecology of California? If so, consider becoming a California Naturalist! Southern California Mountains Foundation is proud to host a California Naturalist Volunteer Training at the Big Bear Discovery Center in Fawnskin, CA beginning September … [Read more...] about California Naturalist Volunteer Training Big Bear Discovery Center; September-November 2016
Animal Care and Control Announces New Fee Schedule
Big Bear Lake, CA, June 19th, 2016 - A new dog licensing fee schedule for all unincorporated county areas and the cities of Big Bear Lake, Highland and Yucaipa will go into effect on July 1. County Animal Care and Control tries to keep fees as low as possible for county residents. Dog licensing fees for altered (spayed or neutered) dogs haven’t been raised since 2007. Although … [Read more...] about Animal Care and Control Announces New Fee Schedule