Big Bear Lake, CA Winter driving in the mountains brings special challenges, especially for tourists not used to it. Below are winter driving tips acquired from The National Safety Council: 1. Don't pass snow plows and sanding trucks. The drivers have limited visibility, and you're likely to find the road in front of them worse than the road behind. Give them room. 2. … [Read more...] about Mountain Driving During Winter
Sierra Club Offers Safe-Hiking Tips
1. Underestimating the trail: This one is more common among beginners but can have disastrous consequences for anyone. Be honest with yourself. Think about how often you hit the gym and choose a trail that is realistic for your party's ability level. There's no shame in starting out easy and working your way up to more difficult hikes, but there may be a bit … [Read more...] about Sierra Club Offers Safe-Hiking Tips
Putting the Squeeze on Scooby Doo
San Bernardino County, CA, October 29, 2013 - Sheriff's deputies have served dozens of smoke shops and liquor stores throughout the county with a letter outlining the ban on selling synthetic drugs. Business owners are being given a chance to dispose of “spice” or “bath salts" legally and avoid criminal prosecution. During a recent sweep, five locations voluntarily surrendered … [Read more...] about Putting the Squeeze on Scooby Doo
Off-the-Mountain Bus Service Expands
Big Bear Lake, CA, October 28, 2013 - Starting November 10, bus riders will have more options when commuting down the hill. MARTA's Off-the-Mountain service from Big Bear to San Bernardino will be expanded to include two trips on Sundays, leaving the Interlaken Shopping Center at 6:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., returning from San Bernardino twice on Sunday. Off-the-Mountain service … [Read more...] about Off-the-Mountain Bus Service Expands
Today is the 10th Anniversary of the “Old Fire”
San Bernardino National Forest, October 25, 2013 - Today marks the 10-year anniversary of the start of the Old Fire in the San Bernardino National Forest, the largest populated national forest in America. Strong Santa Ana winds fanned the flames, which spread exponentially to the south and west, only to be turned back to the northeast by an approaching cold front. In an … [Read more...] about Today is the 10th Anniversary of the “Old Fire”