San Bernardino National Forest, June 7, 2013 - The U.S. Forest Service is offering a fee-free day on June 8 in celebration of National Get Outdoors Day, an annual event to encourage healthy, active outdoor fun. Obesity and physical inactivity are major risk factors for chronic diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Physically active outdoor recreation can be … [Read more...] about No forest fees on National Get Outdoors Day
San Bernardino National Forest
Sharing the forest smartly: “Be Bear Aware”
San Bernardino National Forest, May 15, 2013 - May is “Be Bear Aware” Month and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) reminds the public to act responsibly in bear country. As black bears emerge from hibernation, their search for food often leads them into campsites and residential neighborhoods, where trash and food is readily available. Throughout spring and … [Read more...] about Sharing the forest smartly: “Be Bear Aware”
Missing hikers found in good condition
San Bernardino National Forest, May 7, 2013 - This morning, a Sheriff's helicopter spotted three hikers reported missing Sunday. At approximately 10:15 a.m., the three men -- Ryan Shankles, and Miguel DeLatorre from Oceanside, and David Yoder from Carlsbad -- were found in the area of Northfork Meadows, close to Mineshaft Campground. They are being reunited with their families … [Read more...] about Missing hikers found in good condition
Department of Fish & Wildlife continue assessment at Cold Creek
Angelus Oaks, CA, April 27, 2013 - A spokesperson for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) says they have much more territory to cover in their assessment of environmental impacts in Cold Creek. Thousands of gallons of gas and diesel were spilled in the area after a tanker truck overturned on Friday. Gasoline dissipates more quickly than diesel but is still … [Read more...] about Department of Fish & Wildlife continue assessment at Cold Creek
Route 38 closed between Angelus Oaks and Camp Cedar Falls
Angelus Oaks, CA, April 26, 2013 (1:45 p.m.) - The California Highway Patrol says the time frame for the reopening of Highway 38 is still unknown, but the closure section has shortened considerably. The thirty-mile closure has been reduced to a three-mile section of Route 38 from Angelus Oaks to Camp Cedar Falls near mile post marker 23. Angelus Oaks residents only can … [Read more...] about Route 38 closed between Angelus Oaks and Camp Cedar Falls