San Bernardino National Forest, CA, August 27, 2013 - In the predawn hours of August 22, the Sheriff’s Marijuana Enforcement Team conducted an eradication operation near Butler Creek, about four miles west of the Big Bear Lake Dam. With assistance from the U.S. Forest Service, the DEA and the Campaign Against Marijuana Planting, investigators seized nearly 13,000 mature plants. … [Read more...] about 13,000 Pot Plants Seized at Butler Creek
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Lightning Ignites 22 Fires in Local Mountains
San Bernardino Mountains, CA, August 23, 2013 – Lightning storms passing through early Monday morning started 22 fires in the San Bernardino National Forest. All but one of the reported fires have been contained under unified command of the San Bernardino National Forest and CAL FIRE, with the assistance of local fire departments. The one uncontained fire is the Gobblers Fire, … [Read more...] about Lightning Ignites 22 Fires in Local Mountains
Fire Department Reminds Residents to Take Precautions Now
San Bernardino National Forest, CA, August 16, 2013 -- By early April, California was already showing signs of having one of the most active fire seasons in history. In our county in particular, low moisture, plentiful fuels, and the forthcoming Santa Ana winds pose a triple threat. Are you prepared? The San Bernardino National Forest regularly experiences single-digit … [Read more...] about Fire Department Reminds Residents to Take Precautions Now
Build and Explore: It’s Skyline Trail Weekend!
Big Bear Lake, CA, August 13, 2013 – After countless hours of trail building by volunteers, the Skyline Trail is ready for its public debut. The grand opening is scheduled for Saturday, August 17 at 10 a.m. at the trail head located at the intersection of Forest Service Roads 2N10 and 2N06. The event will include a ribbon cutting ceremony, refreshments, and brief statements … [Read more...] about Build and Explore: It’s Skyline Trail Weekend!
Be Bear-Aware
San Bernardino National Forest, CA, July 22, 2013 - The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is reminding residents across the state to be bear aware. Bears are more commonly found in residential areas toward the end of summer or right before hibernation in the fall months. But a healthy bear population and a dry winter and spring may be attracting bears to urban … [Read more...] about Be Bear-Aware