Big Bear, CA - Beginning today, Monday, November 25, fire crews plan to start burning piles from 443 acres of brush clearance on the south and southwest areas of Big Bear in three locations: to the south of Sugarloaf, in Moonridge along Forest Road 2N27 (Sand Canyon Rd.) and adjacent to Moonridge between Bear Mountain and Snow Summit. The project, which may last more than one … [Read more...] about Winter Prescribed Burns to Begin Today in Big Bear
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Big Bear Discovery Center Temporarily Closed For Renovations
Big Bear, CA - The Big Bear Discovery Center closed its doors after business hours on Sunday, November 10, 2019, to make way for a renovation of the building. Reduced visitor services at an alternative location will be announced in the near future. The renovation project will allow Mountaintop Ranger District staff to co-locate within the federally-owned facility, expanding … [Read more...] about Big Bear Discovery Center Temporarily Closed For Renovations
There’s Snow in Big Bear
Big Bear, CA - Winter recreation returned to Southern California Saturday, November 2, as Big Bear Snow Play opened for the season with family inner tubing, its earliest opening in years. Big Bear Snow Play has taken advantage of cold, dry temperatures from the Santa Ana winds to power up ski resort-quality Lenko snowmaking fan guns. There’s already up to two feet of snow in … [Read more...] about There’s Snow in Big Bear
Fire Restrictions Elevated on the San Bernardino National Forest
Big Bear, CA - Fire restrictions on the San Bernardino National Forest were previously elevated beginning August 6, 2019. The changes included limiting campfires to selected sites, increased restrictions on smoking and the prohibition of welding and other open-flame activities without the proper permits. There is a new forest order that adds to our current fire restrictions. … [Read more...] about Fire Restrictions Elevated on the San Bernardino National Forest
School District Appoints New Board Member
Big Bear, CA - On October 2nd, the Bear Valley Unified School District will seat it's fifth Board Member. Four qualified candidates have applied for the open Governing Board seat vacated by the resignation of Beverly Grabe. The applicants include Brian Dubow, Stephen Foulkes, Axel Heller and Glenn Jacklin. In addition to meeting the eligibility requirements set by the Board, … [Read more...] about School District Appoints New Board Member