Big Bear, CA, May 5, 2016 - In spring, hibernating bears emerge from their winter slumber and begin an almost perpetual search for food. It is not uncommon for a black bear to consume up to 20,000 calories a day. Unfortunately, this search can sometimes lead bears into populated areas and conflicts with humans. "A bear's nose is seven times better than a hound dog's, and it … [Read more...] about Be Bear Aware
Pets & Wildlife
The Big Bear Alpine Zoo Reaches an Important Step
Big Bear Lake, CA 1/22/16 - The Big Bear Valley Recreation and Park District has announced that on January 13th, bids for the new Big Bear Alpine Zoo were opened. There were a total of eight bids submitted and the District has reported there was one apparent low bidder. Further, they went on to say that once the bids are reviewed and deemed qualified that they will release … [Read more...] about The Big Bear Alpine Zoo Reaches an Important Step
20th Annual Run for the Grizzlies – A Motorcycle Poker Run
Big Bear Lake, CA September 7, 2015 - The friends of the Big Bear Alpine Zoo invite you to their 20th Annual Run for the Grizzlies on September 12, 2015 from 9am to 4pm. This year's event will be held at 630 Bartlett Rd in the Village, behind the Chamber of Commerce. This is an annual fundraiser supporting the Big Bear Alpine Zoo's grizzly bears. They plan to use the funds … [Read more...] about 20th Annual Run for the Grizzlies – A Motorcycle Poker Run
First Death From West Nile Virus Confirmed
San Bernardino County, CA, August 18, 2015 - San Bernardino County Department of Public Health has confirmed the first death from West Nile Virus in 2015. A total of five WNV cases have been confirmed within the County this year. San Bernardino County reported eight confirmed cases at this time in 2014 with no deaths. Throughout the state, there are 36 confirmed WNV cases so … [Read more...] about First Death From West Nile Virus Confirmed
After Christmas Safety Tips
Big Bear, CA, December 26, 2014 - As you go about your post-holiday clean up, keep in mind that you should never burn wrapping paper or your Christmas tree in the fireplace. The rapid burning and excessive heat can damage the firebox and chimney creating a serious fire hazard. Discard your tree soon after Christmas before it becomes a tinder dry fire hazard and don't put it in … [Read more...] about After Christmas Safety Tips