For those looking to have a “Hot Blooded” Fourth of July weekend in Big Bear, the Big Bear Valley Recreation and Park District is offering a lakeside concert featuring Lou Gramm of Foreigner, the band behind “Jukebox Hero” and “Feels Like the First Time.” Tickets are now on sale for the Fourth of July concert, to be held at Swim Beach on Big Bear Lake; ticket prices range from $25 to just $35 for a front row seat. According to Parks and Recreation’s Lorie Judd, “They’re all great seats—the furthest is only 90 feet from the stage! It’s going to be a great show. We’re also going to have great food vendors and the fireworks over Big Bear Lake after the show, so what could be better than that?” Since the show is at Swim Beach, and boating on the Fourth is a tradition for many, there will also be boat entry available at the Lou Gramm concert. For $250 per boat, no matter the number onboard, concert-goers can enjoy the show from the cove of Swim Beach. The concert begins at 6:30pm, and the annual fireworks show over Big Bear Lake will be immediately following. To purchase tickets, visit the Recreation and Park District offices on Park Avenue or call 866-9700 or log onto www. bigbearparks.com.
Archive for the ‘Outdoors’ Category
Lou Gramm in Concert at Meadow Park Swim Beach In Big Bear – July 4th
Saturday, July 4th, 2009
Various Boat Tours on Big Bear Lake
Friday, July 3rd, 2009“Big Bear Queen”, sails daily from the Big Bear Marina. This is the only gauranteed 2 p.m. tour offered daily. Adults $15.00, seniors $14.00, children 12 and under $9.00, 3 and under are free. 909 866-3218 
Pirate Ship Lake Tours, The “Time Bandit” is a one-third scale replica of a 1600′s galleon that appeared in the movie of the same name. Sailing daily from Holloway’s Marina. Sailors are treated to a canon fire, full bar with beer, wine, and cocktails. Fares are $19.00, Children 12 years and under are $12.00, kids 2 and under are free. 909 878-4040
“Miss Liberty”, Big Bear’s Big Paddlewheeler. Offers enlcosed, heated deck and snack bar. Departs from Pine Knot Landing. Enjoy scenic tours of Big Bear Lake, celebrity homes, the solar observatory and more. $20.00 per ticket, seniors and military $18.00, children 5 – 12 are just $12.00. 909 866-8129.
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Kayaking Anyone?? Big Bear is the place to learn!
Wednesday, July 1st, 2009Row, row, row your Kayak and Canoes…. Come to Big Bear to enjoy the gorgeous weather and the beautiful nature that we enjoy in the local mountains!!!
Want to learn how to paddle a canoe or kayak? Each session is $20.00.
Classes are held July 19th, 26th, Aug.9th, and Sept.6th, 20th!! The hours are 9-11am. You would need to contact Dooley at North Shore Trading Company if you need further assisstance!
The class will train you how to identify a progression of strokes and safety issues relevant to enthusiasts. Topics include forward strokes, sweep strokes, edging, draw strokes, bow and stern turning strokes and capsize recovery.
For more information regarding Kayaking, or canoeing contact at 909-866-3414!
If you are interested in renting an affordable cabin please contact 1-800-363-8303 at Gold Rush Resort Rentals.
Sally
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July 18th-19th, Logger’s Jubilee Event In Big Bear Lake
Wednesday, July 1st, 2009Fun Fun Fun, The Logger’s Jubilee …. A two day event that happens every year and is lots of fun to watch and to participate in!!!
From pole climbing to chain-saw events, this is a real family friendly show! Kids can also get the chance of trying out their skills. There will be food, artisans, and much more!!
The traditional loggers competition will feature axe and tomahawk throwing, pole climbing (as high as 60 ft), and log sawing. Visitors will have a good ol’ time!
Kids will have a great time with their own competions such as nail hammering to seed spitting.
The event is located in the Fawnskin area of Big Bear! If you need more information on this event please contact 909-585-9970…. And also if you are still not booked in a cabin for this special event, then make sure to call us here at 1-800-363-8303.
Hope to here from you all soon, and to see you there at the Logger’s Jubilee! Sally:)
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Cooler Temps. In Big Bear – Come On Up and Enjoy!
Saturday, June 27th, 2009Well the summer has officially kicked off up in big bear lake. As the temps rise into the upper 70s to lower 80s, and with those temps the lake warms up for water skiing and wakeboarding. The campgrounds are fresh and clean, the off road trails are dry, it’s the perfect time to escape the heat from down in the valley.
Take a picnic down by the lake and listen to the waves crash into the shore, it’s like therapy. If you’re fishing it doesn’t matter if you catch, it’s just nice to be out there, well you can rent your own boat or your own cabin for a day or the weekend, and come relax and cool off ….sf
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Went fishing today right off Metcalf Bay…
Friday, June 26th, 2009I went fishing today with Bre from our office. We got up early, well, early for us and headed on down to our fishing hole! I want to tell you about my fish, but I didn’t catch one…Bre, on the other hand, did catch a nice trout!
We could only go out for 2 hours because I had to work, but I ate the trout for lunch, and headed on into our office!
I am sitting here waiting for your call with a happy and full tummy!
Did I tell you that we went fishing right outside the door of Metcalf Bay Beauty one of our rentals! It is a great place to fish and a quiet place to stay!
If you fish, and need to do so at any moment, then Metcalf Bay Beauty is the place for you!
Give us a call or check out our website!
netwww.BigBearRentals. 1(866)37-CABIN
Looking forward to talking with you!
Susan
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Best Days for Fishing! June 22 – July 7 – Really!
Thursday, June 25th, 2009According to The Old Farmer’s Almanac and my GPSr by Garmin June 22-July 7, 2009 will be the best fishing days! Right before sunrise and around sunset are the best hours.
How do they know that? I will tell you. They base it on the phases of the moon, just like the Native Americans have for so long! Believe me, this works!
Now all you need is a place to stay! Well, I can take care of that for you also. Give me a call at 1-800-363-8303, Gold Rush Resort Rentals in beautiful Big Bear Lake and I will set you up with a cabin/home to rent AND give you some of the best fishing tips for our area!
Hope to see before I catch all the trout!
Susan
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Zip Lines Debut In Big Bear !
Sunday, June 21st, 2009
This article was taken from the L.A. Times Travel
If you’ve been wishing for a zip-lining opportunity closer to home than, say, San Diego or Hawaii, you’re in luck: You can now brush elbows with the treetops in Big Bear.
Flying Bear Zip Lines, which opened to the public June 13, runs five zip-lines that will get you zooming through and above Big Bear’s natural offerings, crossing through forest and over canyons.
On the guided tours, participants get to experience “zipping toward the lake, 90 feet in the air,” said Terilynn Bondeson of Flying Bear Zip Lines, which is a division of Lodestone Adventures. You can see Big Bear Lake from all of the zip-line routes though four out of five, she said, offer really great lake views.
Participants have a choice of one of two tours: the “Black Bear” tour involves three zip-trips and runs 1.5 to two hours for $65 per person, and the “Grizzly Bear” option consists of five zip-trips and goes 2.5 to three hours for $85 per person. Prices include tax.
All tours begin with a 15-minute orientation. And first-timers might be relieved to know that a “bunny run” zip-line is available to get your feet wet before fully diving in.
Tours run year-round and are available daily. Participants must be at least 48 inches tall and weigh a minimum of 75 pounds, though those who don’t meet the requirement can zip tandem. The maximum weight is 250 pounds. Other rules and regs can be found here.
Contact: Flying Bear Zip Lines, (909) 866-3260
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Multi-Hull Regatta On Big Bear Lake, June 20 & 21
Friday, June 19th, 2009This is an exciting event whether you are entered or just want to watch from shore. Come on up for the Big Bear Multi-hull Regatta.
Experience the cool refreshing water of Big Bear Lake while excepting the challenge of the Regatta.
June 20th and 21st. For more details or to register please call (909) 337-5428
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Learn How To Paddle A Canoe In a 2-hour Tour
Friday, June 19th, 2009
Why not see Big Bear in a different way and learn how to paddle a canoe of your very own at the same time?
The Discovery Center has put together a 2-hour guided tour that includes a quick paddling. There’s more than learning how to paddle in this very informative activity. Besides seeing nature up close and personal you will cruise along the shoreline looking for beaver, great blue herons, ducklings, and fish breeching the water.
The tour guide will also teach you about the natural history of the Big Bear Valley as well as the multiple varieties of flora and fauna found in the area.
Tours also include water and a snack. Your tour will begin with a caravan to the lake.
Children must be at least 6 years old and all children need to be accompanied by an adult. 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.
