Big Bear Lake, CA, June 26, 2014 - Shanti and Asha, the Snow Leopard sisters, arrived at LAX via FedEx on Tuesday morning at 3:30 am. Lorie Judd of Big Bear Park and Rec left the mountain at almost midnight on Monday to meet the Leopards and their handlers who had flown in from Seattle. Their crates were loaded into a cargo van and by 4:30 am they were on their way to Big Bear … [Read more...] about New Residents at the Zoo
David Leach Honored by Arts Council
Big Bear Lake, CA, June 25, 2014 - David Leach got special recognition and a lot of laughs at The Arts Council’s annual meeting this month. The board of directors thanked him for his 14 years of work on behalf of The Council, shared stories about his many accomplishments, and presented him with a plaque. Holding the plaque up to the audience he said, “You know where this is … [Read more...] about David Leach Honored by Arts Council
High Speed Chase Ends in Death for Driver
Baldwin Lake, CA, June 22, 2014 - The Big Bear Sheriff's Station has released more information on last Tuesday's high speed chase. On the afternoon of June 17, an electronic license plate reader tipped off a patrolling Sheriff’s deputy to a possible stolen vehicle in Baldwin Lake. When the deputy tried to stop the 2014 Hyundai Elantra, its driver sped away--kicking off a … [Read more...] about High Speed Chase Ends in Death for Driver
Violation of Fire Restrictions Carries Hefty Penalties
Big Bear Lake, CA, June 21, 2014 - Wildfire prevention is serious business in the San Bernardino Mountains. New restrictions and guidelines were posted on Thursday, June 19, and the US Forest Service says they'll be aggressively citing those who don’t comply. With lives and property at stake, violation of these prohibitions carry serious consequences as Class B misdemeanors … [Read more...] about Violation of Fire Restrictions Carries Hefty Penalties
The Ongoing Evolution of Stanfield Marsh
Big Bear Lake, CA, June 21, 2014 - A favorite scenic spot in Big Bear is the Stanfield Marsh Wildlife and Waterfowl Habitat that extends east from Stanfield Cutoff. Visitors can park in the southwest corner, stop by the wooden gazebo acting as an informational kiosk, then stroll along the water on the wooden walkway. The wooden walkway has a dual purpose: to encourage … [Read more...] about The Ongoing Evolution of Stanfield Marsh