San Bernardino, CA, June 29, 2012, 8:00am – As the seasonal fire danger increases, forest officials are increasing fire use restrictions on the San Bernardino National Forest effective today (Friday, June 29, 2012). The forest experienced less than average winter snow and rainfall, and the seasonal outlook calls for a warmer summer with below average rainfall, which could … [Read more...] about San Bernardino National Forest Fire Restrictions Increase
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San Bernardino National Forest To Offer “Fee Free” Days
Fawnskin, CA, June 8, 2012, noon - The San Bernardino National Forest announced that tomorrow (Saturday, June 9) will be a “Fee Free” day for all visitors to the Forest. A National Forest Adventure Pass will not be required for visitors entering areas that normally require a pass. Acting Forest Recreation Officer Al Colby says “This Saturday marks National Get Outdoors Day, a … [Read more...] about San Bernardino National Forest To Offer “Fee Free” Days
Transit Of Venus Today
Big Bear Lake, CA, June 5, 2012, 8:00am – On May 20 there was solar eclipse, and today the planet Venus will cross the face of the Sun in its orbit. The last time this happened was in 2004, and it won’t happen again until 2117. First contact, the moment Venus touches the Sun’s northeastern edge, will occur at 3:05 this afternoon. Looking through a telescope with a solar filter, … [Read more...] about Transit Of Venus Today
The June 5th Transit Of Venus, The Last In Our Lifetime
Big Bear Lake, CA, May 30, 2012, 5:00pm – Two spectacular astronomical events so closely related to one another in time, doesn’t happen very often. On May 20 we were treated with a solar eclipse. Now, on June 5 the planet Venus will cross the face of the Sun in its orbit. The last time this happened was in 2004, and it won’t happen again until 2117. First contact, the moment … [Read more...] about The June 5th Transit Of Venus, The Last In Our Lifetime
Memorial Day Weekend Marks Start Of Camping Season
Big Bear Valley, CA, May 25, 2012, noon - Camping in national forests can be a year-round endeavor, but for many people Memorial Day Weekend is the time to get started for the summer. Most of the San Bernardino National Forest recreation sites will be open for visitors this weekend. The forest is ready for the summer recreation season, and you can enjoy the outdoors while … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Weekend Marks Start Of Camping Season