Big Bear, Ca April 23, 2011 12:00 pm - The Big Bear Valley is surrounded by the San Bernardino National Forest, over 676,000 acres of land set aside in 1907 for the preservation of the natural resources in the area. Enjoying this wilderness area is the reason many residents and cabin owners choose Big Bear for their home. Having a residence within the forest can require … [Read more...] about Enjoying Big Bear Wildlife
San Bernardino National Forest
Earth Day at the Big Bear Discovery Center
This year’s Earth Day celebrations at the Big Bear Discovery Center on Saturday include something for the entire family. The new mobile Forest Explorer van will be visiting, with interactive displays showing a healthy forest, as well as information for homeowners on how to thin trees in their yards and help to make neighborhoods firesafe. A group of youth volunteers, … [Read more...] about Earth Day at the Big Bear Discovery Center
Tree Thinning Project Has Saved State Millions
Assistant Fire Chief Peter Brierty and Congressman Jerry Lewis acknowledge the success and ongoing work of the NRCS in better managing the San Bernardino National Forest Big Bear, CA, April 20, 2011, 5:00pm - The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service, or the NRCS, along with the US Forest Service, California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, San Bernardino, … [Read more...] about Tree Thinning Project Has Saved State Millions
Big Bear Discovery Center Offers Holcomb Valley Tours
Big Bear's history includes cattle rustlers, movie stars, and several gold strikes. In the mid 1800’s, Holcomb Valley was an area of extensive gold prospecting. New towns sprang up overnight, and the population swelled to more than the rest of San Bernardino County. To visit this historical area, the Big Bear Discovery Center offers guided 4 x 4 tours every weekend. Spring … [Read more...] about Big Bear Discovery Center Offers Holcomb Valley Tours
“If You Care, Leave Them There.” Young Wildlife Should Be Left Alone
Big Bear, Ca, April 14, 2011, 4:00pm - The Department of Fish and Game (DFG) recommends that people not handle any young wild animals they see in the outdoors. The improper handling of young wildlife is a problem in California and across the nation, most commonly in the spring, when many species are caring for their offspring. According to the Department of Fish and Game, … [Read more...] about “If You Care, Leave Them There.” Young Wildlife Should Be Left Alone