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Events in Big Bear

17
Jun 2009

Events in Big Bear CA
June 20 - 21, 2009

Big Bear Multi-Hull Regatta –Satuday June 20 and Sunday June 21, The Big Bear Multi-hull Regatta is set to take place on Big Bear Lake on June 20th and 21st. For more details or to register please call (909) 337-5428

Concerts on the Beach: Phat Cat Swinger –Saturday June 20 at 5:30 PM, The Big Bear Valley Parks and Recreation’s Concerts on the Beach series presents the group “Phat Cat Swinger” at Swim Beach at Meadow Park on Saturday June 20th. Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door. Gates open at 5:30 PM and the concert starts at 9:00 PM. Families are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs. Snack bar will be open. Ticket holders may bring their own cooler, food and beverages. No Glass Please. All proceeds to benefit the Big Bear Youth Center. For more details please call (909) 866-9700

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Sentinel Day at the Moonridge Zoo Saturday June 20 All Day, This is a fundraiser for the Zoo’s relocation. Previously known as the Alpine Wildlife Celebration and renamed to pay tribute to the fan clubs of the actors of “The Sentinel” TV series. Open to the public, this event will feature our popular Animal Adoption Auction. For more information, please call (909) 878-4200 for more information.

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Big Bear Cowboy Gathering Wine, Whiskey and Chocolate Tasting –Sunday June 21, The Big Bear Cowboy Gathering is hosting a fabulous wine, whiskey and chocolate tasting on Sunday June 21st from 2-5 pm to support the 2009 Cowboy Gathering. The event takes place at 1925 Shady Lane in Meadowbrook Estates. The Barnstorm Café, Azteca, B’s Backyard BBQ, Sweet Basil and Hacienda are all providing wonderful appetizers for the event. Wines will be paired with the food for that perfect experience. There will be a variety of whiskeys to taste and flavorful bar-b-que ribs to go with the spirits. Tickets are $25 per person. Cindy and David Caretto and Liz Harris are preparing the chocolate desserts. The chocolates to die for!!! You’ll be able to taste Chocolate Bread Pudding, Chocolate Mousse, Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups, Chocolate Bark, Chocolate Turtles, Chocolate Biscotti and so much more. Yum! For more info please call Cindy Caretto 866-8481 or Liz Harris 866-1074

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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.

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Weekly Farmer’s Market- Every Tuesday form 8:00 AM until noon. Enjoy farm fresh fruits, vegetables and flowers all summer long. The Farmer’s Market also features unique arts, crafts and handmade items by local artisians. New this year, outdoor patio with dining and expresso bar. At the Convention Center. For more information, call 909.585.3000.

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Big Bear Snow Play -Alpine Slide

16
Mar 2009

A short video of Alpine Slide in Big Bear, CA

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Things To Do

26
Feb 2009

Spring feels like it is getting closer. The mountains are still covered in snow and the Resorts are full of boarders and skiers. But the daytime temperatures are in the mid-fifties. The weather is beautiful!

 

We saw a hummingbird looking for food yesterday. It’s still a bit early for them. We probably still have a few more snowstorms and some more cold temperatures to get through.

 

Women’s Edventures will be at Bear Mountain this weekend. They are offering all levels of clinics for snowboarding and skiing. These clinics are taught by professional instructors. It’s a great opportunity to sharpen your skills.

 

The back roads are still pretty wet. Some of the snow has melted creating large tracks of mud. If there is no more precipitation this week, things might dry out enough to have some fun out there.

 

Hiking is starting to improve. The best spots are in the east Valley where the temperatures are warmer and a good portion of the snow has melted. Other areas will still have snow in north facing areas.

 

The Village Theater is showing Slum Dog Millionaire, Doubt, and Defiance will strat this weekend.

 

Saturday night, at the Inn at Fawnskin, Nancy Walker is hosting a party to celebrate the release of her CD. All proceeds will go to benefit the Moonridge Zoo.

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San Bernardino National Forest

24
Jan 2009

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Many visitors know about the numerous recreational opportunities available in the San Bernardino Mountains during the day. Hiking, fishing, bicycling, picnicking, and swimming –among other activities- keep the average mountain visitor busy. However, they may be missing some very interesting, fun, and educational activities that occur after the sun sets on the San Bernardino National Forest. Great stargazing opportunities abound throughout the forest.

 

STARGAZING

 

Clear dark skies provide the best backdrop for stargazing, thus making remote locations in the San Bernardino National Forest prime viewing areas, above the smog layer and away from the brightness of city lights. Choose a moonless night far away from streetlights or other lights with a clear view of the sky. A location facing the southern sky often gives the best views. Give your eyes about 20 minutes to adjust to the dark.

 

Visitors to Big Bear Lake may have noticed the Big Bear Solar Observatory (BBSO) on the north shore. The BBSO is an astronomical telescopic observatory operated by the New Jersey Institute of Technology with main interests in studying the physics of the Sun. Big Bear Lake provides excellent climactic conditions for a solar observatory due to the unusual cloudless skies, clear air at its 6,750 foot elevation and the smooth flow of air over the lake. The BBSO is now in the process of constructing a new 1.6 meter solar telescope and is not currently open for tours. For more information call (909) 866-5791.

 

COMING SOON!

 

An exciting new observatory is in the works for the Big Bear Discovery Center. The San Bernardino National Forest Association has plans to build an observatory near the Big Bear Discovery Center’s outdoor amphitheater. The observatory will house a professional telescope. Today’s technology will allow the public to view the constellations on flat panel high-resolution television screens as well as on the Association’s website. Tax-deductible donations for construction of the observatory may be mailed to the San Bernardino National Forest Association, P.O. Box 66, Fawnskin, CA 92333.

 

USEFUL ITEMS

 

Blanket

Jacket

Binoculars

Simple Star Chart

 

A flashlight will help you to read the star chart. Cover the lighted end of the flashlight with red clear paper because red light does not disrupt your night vision as much as white light does.

 

An observing log to help you keep track of objects you see in the night sky. Keeping a record will help you see how the sky changes over time. If you can see each star of the Little Dipper, your eyes have “dark adapted,” and your chosen site is probably dark enough. Under these conditions you will also see plenty of meteors.

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This Week in Big Bear

13
Jan 2009

This week looks like it will be beautiful. The skies are expected to remain mostly clear and sunny with day time high temperatures reaching the mid-50’s and night time lows near freezing.

Burton Snowboards will be at Bear Mountain this weekend. You can have a chance to ride Burton boards, boots and bindings at the largest product demo in the snowboard world. For more info (909)585-2519 or go to www.bigbearmountain resorts.com.

The Big Bear Lake Discovery Center is sponsoring “Snowshoe Tours” every weekend through March. The cost is $35 for adults. The fee includes snowshoes, pole, water and snacks. Space is limited so make your reservations early.

If you are looking to get into the back country, you might want to try Big Bear Off-Road Adventures. They conduct year round off road tours of the Valley. Click here to see a description of their tours.

Video: Off-Roading Gold Mountain

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