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WINTERFEST TO UPLIFT WOMEN

11
Jan 2012

Ladies and Gents Battle it out on Rails, Catwalk, and Dance Floor to Raise Awareness for Breast Cancer

Big Bear Lake, Calif. January 12, 2011 – The inaugural XOS Battle of the Sexes Winterfest showcases females vs. males in three categories that includes a snowboard rail jam, fashion shows, and DJ battles. The purpose of the event is to educate and uplift women through fun, non-competitive events vs. men, and to raise awareness of breast cancer and the value of living an active lifestyle.

“We want to give women a comfortable forum where they can showcase their talents without any pressures. Winterfest is designed to give them a chance to playfully participate against the guys in a fun atmosphere,” said XOS Productions Event Producer Marisa Lupo. “The other key piece of Winterfest is to communicate the message about breast cancer, the importance of self examination and early detection, and to provide knowledge to fight the deadly disease.”

The two day event is February 3 and 4, 2012 in The Big Bear Village at the Big Bear Visitor Center parking lot. The event kicks off Friday, February 3 with a night-time DJ concert, featuring top-name DJs, and fashion show inside a large structured tent. The following day, Saturday, February 4, the Big Bear Visitor Center parking lot transforms into a winter-themed festival with a kid’s snow play area, snowshoe demos, live entertainment, carnival-type games, food vendors, art displays, winter apparel and booths providing information about breast cancer awareness. The main attraction on Saturday is the XOS Rail Jam that features top female snowboarders that rival top male snowboarders on professionally-built rails and jibs for an exciting snowboarding competition. Once the sun goes down, the music starts up again in the tented arena for a second DJ concert and fashion show Saturday night. Headlining acts for both Friday and Saturday evenings include internationally-renowned DJs Revolvr, Tatiana Fontes and Kristina Sky. Other performers include 2Deadbeatz, Duality, Shibby, MC2 and Ayla Simone. The tented events provide entertaining male vs. female DJ battles, dance-offs and catwalk fashion struts.

XOS Battle of the Sexes Winterfest is Friday, February 3 and Saturday, February 4. Both of the evening tented DJ concerts are from 5 p.m. to 12 midnight for ages 18 and over. Admission is $25 each night. (A portion of ticket sales goes to Boarding for Breast Cancer, a non-profit, youth-focused education, awareness and fundraising foundation for breast cancer.) Saturday’s daytime festivities are from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission for all daytime activities, which includes the XOS Rail Jam are FREE and open to all ages. The location of the event is at The Big Bear Visitor Center, 630 Bartlett Road in Big Bear Lake. For more event information visit www.xosproductions.com. To purchase discounted concert tickets and lodging packages log onto www.bigbear.com or call 800-424-4232.

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Opening Day Big Bear Lake

10
Nov 2011

Bear Mountain Resorts laid down a based of one to two feet of snow. They opened yesterday (Nov 9, 2011) to sunny skies and moderate temperatures.  Snow Summit opened this morning and the winter season in Big Bear Lake has begun.

We received about a half a foot of snow last weekend and are expecting more to begin tomorrow. If the temperatures cooperate, we could be in for up to two more feet of snow. If not, we’ll have to make some!

The history of snowmaking for ski resorts begins in Southern California, at Snow Summit here in Big Bear. Innovations were developed and a reliable winter season is what has attracted many of Big Bear’s residents.

The Farmer’s Almanac predicts a good winter season with strong snow possibilities occuring mid-month from November through February.

If your coming to Big Bear Lake, remember to bring lots of warm clothing including hats and gloves. Also bring plenty of drinking water, snacks and sunglasses!

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Mountain Snow Conditions

19
Nov 2010

 

Snow Summit (MAP) has a base of six to 12 inches of man-made machine groomed packed powder. The high temperature is expected to reach 55 degrees with partly sunny skies.

Snow Summit has two lifts and two runs open. Miracle mile, with it’s spectacular lake views, is great for those who are average and above. The Bear Bottom area caters to beginners.

Saturday’s weather will see high temperatures near  40 degrees. A winter storm is expected to hit the mountains beginning tonight. The snow level will begin at 7400, perfect for the Resorts. New snow accumulation is expected to be between three and five inches of fresh powder. (Mountain driving conditions require carrying chains in your car at all times during the winter months.)

The snow is expected to continue on Sunday as the temperatures continue declining. The high temperatures will hover in the mid-thirties. There is a possibility of a couple of inches of fresh snow. Snow showers are expected to continue through Monday.

Bear Mountain Resort (MAP) is still scheduled to open November 30th. If the weather this weekend leaves a lot of snow all bets are off. They may decide to open for the Thanksgiving Holidays.

Bear Mountain Resort is still scheduled to open November 30th. If the weather this weekend leaves a lot of snow all bets are off. They may decide to open for the Thanksgiving Holidays.

Other Visitor Options

Big Bear Lake Discovery Center – Get maps and forest permits here. Café and store on site.

Baldwin Lake Stables – Horseback riding in Baldwin Lake, always fun

Big Bear Camping – Local website with everything you need to know about camping in the San Bernardino Mountains, especially Big Bear Lake CA

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Snow Summit Opens Snowboarding and Skiing

12
Nov 2010

Photo Courtesy of Bear Mountain Resort

Big Bear Lake CA – Snow Summit (MAP) will open tomorrow, Saturday, November 13th. The have been laying a base of snow for several days. The temperatures are expected to be cold over night, through Thanksgiving.

Miracle Mile and Bear Bottom beginner area will be the first areas accessable. Snow Summit will open chairs 1 and 8. There will be a few terrain park features.

Tomorrow’s lift hours are 8:30am to 4:00pm and ticket windows will open at 8:00am. Early Season All Day Tickets Rates: Adult $40, Young Adult $35 and Child $15; Half Day Tickets: Adult $35, Young Adult $30 and Child $10

Here are our top suggestions if you are coming to Big Bear this weekend;

Snow Rentals – we love Goldsnith’s Board and Ski House, best fit and best equipemnt and great prices.
Vacation Rentals – This website has moderatelty priced resort cabins and vacation homes. Their service is the best.
Restaurants – Use our restaurant link for the dinning guide for the extended Big Bear area. We like Asian food and can highly recommend Himalayan Restaurant in the Village.
Coffee – If you want espresso go to either Starbucks in the Von’s parking lot or the CopperQ (MAP) in the Village

We will post more as the information comes in.

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Southern California Superpipe – Big Bear Lake

11
Feb 2010
Photo Courtesy of Bear Mountain Resort

 

(Big Bear Lake, CA – February 11, 2010) – Bear Mountain is offering a dose of the Olympic Spirit as they unveil the only Superpipe available in Southern California. This 18-feet high, 580-feet long and 65-foot wide competition-class pipe is now open to all skiers and snowboarders who visit Bear Mountain. In addition to the opening of this massive pipe, Bear Mountain’s Park is getting a serious facelift as the park development crew makes use of more than five feet of fresh snow to build a variety of great new features. 

“Bear Mountain’s Superpipe is a big attraction, drawing snowboarders and skiers from all over the region who want to feel what it’s like to ride a pipe just like the USA Olympic Team,” said Chris Riddle, Director of Marketing for Big Bear Mountain Resorts. “This impressive feature gives seasoned riders a chance to channel their inner-Olympian and spectators an up close look at an X-Games-worthy pipe. If you aren’t quite ready for the Superpipe, but you want the experience, we also have a mini-pipe for the more intermediate level riders.” 

“Every year we anticipate the opening of Bear Mountain’s Superpipe,” said Bear Mountain team rider, Scott Vine. “There is nothing like dropping into a freshly cut pipe. It’s pretty unreal that a world-class style pipe is available in sunny Southern California every winter.” 

Bear Mountain and Snow Summit are having an epic season with record snowfall and a base of over 6 feet. Offering a variety of diverse terrain, Bear Mountain and Snow Summit provide skiers and snowboarders with a combined 438 developed acres, 26 lifts, including 4 high-speed detachable quads, and more than 55 runs. 

To receive updates on the latest conditions and terrain information, text* “SNOW” to 52406 or call 800-BEAR-MTN or 888-SUMMIT-1. *Message and data rates may apply. To view updated videos, photos and terrain maps, log on to www.bearmountain.com or www.snowsummit.com. 

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