Fawnskin, CA, August 30, 2013 -- The Big Bear Discovery Center has long been an education portal to the outdoors. Now, it is the first certified Nature Explore Classroom in a U.S. National Forest. Nature Explore Classrooms are part of a collaborative project of the Arbor Day Foundation and the Dimensions Educational Research Foundation developed in response to the growing … [Read more...] about Discovery Center Breaks New Ground
San Bernardino National Forest
13,000 Pot Plants Seized at Butler Creek
San Bernardino National Forest, CA, August 27, 2013 - In the predawn hours of August 22, the Sheriff’s Marijuana Enforcement Team conducted an eradication operation near Butler Creek, about four miles west of the Big Bear Lake Dam. With assistance from the U.S. Forest Service, the DEA and the Campaign Against Marijuana Planting, investigators seized nearly 13,000 mature plants. … [Read more...] about 13,000 Pot Plants Seized at Butler Creek
Widespread Phone Outage; Verizon Fixing Fiber Optic Cable
San Bernardino Mountains, CA, August 22, 2013 - According to the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department, a Verizon Fiber Optic Cable has been damaged in the Big Bear area. The issue is being addressed, however, it is unknown when the cable will be repaired. Individuals have been reporting various problems with both land lines and cell phones are down; as well as with … [Read more...] about Widespread Phone Outage; Verizon Fixing Fiber Optic Cable
Fire Department Reminds Residents to Take Precautions Now
San Bernardino National Forest, CA, August 16, 2013 -- By early April, California was already showing signs of having one of the most active fire seasons in history. In our county in particular, low moisture, plentiful fuels, and the forthcoming Santa Ana winds pose a triple threat. Are you prepared? The San Bernardino National Forest regularly experiences single-digit … [Read more...] about Fire Department Reminds Residents to Take Precautions Now
Build and Explore: It’s Skyline Trail Weekend!
Big Bear Lake, CA, August 13, 2013 – After countless hours of trail building by volunteers, the Skyline Trail is ready for its public debut. The grand opening is scheduled for Saturday, August 17 at 10 a.m. at the trail head located at the intersection of Forest Service Roads 2N10 and 2N06. The event will include a ribbon cutting ceremony, refreshments, and brief statements … [Read more...] about Build and Explore: It’s Skyline Trail Weekend!