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Things To Do May 30 – 31

Fishing for $50K Trout Derby

The Big Bear Lake Resort Association presents “Fishing for $50K” on May 30-31, 2009. Enter to catch a tagged fish worth $50,00 plus many more prizes and raffles. Entry fee is $35 for adults and $20 for kids 15 and under. If you book a one or two night stay at a Resort Association Lodge the entry fee will be waived. For a list of participating lodges, to register for the tournament or to book your lodging log onto www.bigbear.com or call (800) 424-4232.

Team Big Bear Mountain Bike Series: Shootout #1

Team Big Bear’s Mountain Bike Series Shootout #1 takes place on Sunday May 31st. Course follows the forest trails on the South shore of the Lake. Features a finish festival with awards, live music and more. For more details please visit www.teambigbear.com or www.openairbigbear.com

Summer Kickoff BBQ and Gymkhana at Los Vaqueros Arena

Los Vaqueros de las Montanas’ Summer Kickoff Barbeque, Gymkhana, and Cow Working takes place on Saturday May 30th at Los Vaqueros Arena. Hours are 9 am until 9 pm. Admission Price is FREE to spectators, $15 for BBQ Dinner, Separate entry fees for Gymkana. Come join Big Bear’s historic horse riding club in their annual Summer Kickoff BBQ. Come in the morning for Gymkhana fun. Stay for an evening BBQ. Ride your horse and sort some cattle FREE one night only!! For more details please call (909) 855-9963 or visit www.losvaquerosridingclub.com

Canoe Tours at the Discovery Center

Learn how to canoe on a leisurely 2-hour guided tour of beautiful Big Bear Lake. After a quick paddling lesson, you will cruise along the shore looking for beaver, great blue herons, and ducklings. Along the way you will learn the natural history of the Big Bear Valley along with the various flora and fauna found in the area. Children must be at least 6 years old and all children need to be accompanied by an adult. Includes water and a snack. Tours caravan to lake. Tours are limited to 14 people, reservations recommended. Call (909) 382-2790 or (909) 866-3437 for reservations. Fee: Adults $25, Children (6-12) $15 Dates: May 22-May 31: Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays; 4pm-6pm & Sunday; 9am-11am.
June 4 –September 6: Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays; 4pm-6pm & Sunday; 9am-11am.