This is an awesome hike, with a great view of the lake, and on your way up you might even run into a little waterfall if you catch it in the right season.

It’s only about a mile hike each way, but to see the grand view you will have to do a little rock climbing. It starts in a forested gully at the west end of the valley just past Boulder Bay 1 mile east of Big Bear Dam or 3 miles west of Big Bear Lake Village.

The trail climbs steadily to the left through magnificent stands of Jeffrey and Ponderosa Pines, White Fir, Western and Incense Cedar, passing huge granite boulders on your right.

Just as the trail turns back to the right among some rock steps, there is a waterfall straight ahead (usually from early spring through the middle of summer, depending on rainfall)!

The hike takes a steady ascent about 700 mile gain in elevation. Castle rock is the large rock formation immediately to the right. You can leave the trail there.

The eaisest way up the rock is to go about 50 feet around the north side of theformation, then climb up an indention to the summit and enjoy the beautiful views of Big Bear Lake and the surrounding areas.

Take lots of water and don’t forget sunscreen and maybe even a hat. Have a great time, be careful and remember pack up any trash you make and leave our forest nicer than you found it!

~Sara

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Just another beautiful day in Big Bear Lake with the temperature at a fine 80 * with a light breeze blowing in from the east.

The fish are biting and the air’s nice and clear blue. Looking to get away give me a call at 1 (800) 363-8303 and I will be more than happy to help you find something to fit your budget. To see some of our homes and our Hot Deals go top our website at www.bigbearrentals.net …..

Looking forward to your call…Bre

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Almost here, another nice relaxing weekend, full of lake activities to keep Cool outdoors, the bb-que’s everywhere you go!

We still have some cabins available for whatever your needs are! All you have to do is pick up that phone and give one of us a call to confirm your holiday weekend, they are going fast!!

If you enjoy the mountains,with tall pine trees then we have a really great cabin for you!” 4 Seasons of Fun” It is located across the street from the lake and is centrally located with all that Big Bear has to offer!

This home is spacious for a big group, has a opened floor plan- with spectacular views! There is a spa located right off the master room, with a king bed! Off of the living room there are two other bedrooms, one with a bunk bed set and twin, and the other room has a queen bed!

Great house for a party of 8 people! This home is a short walk to the Village where you can shop, dine, go bowling for entertainment with the family, or even go see a movie over at the local Village theatres!

After a full day of events, you can relax in the spa at night to take away all of those body aches from touring the town!!!

4 Seasons of fun is located on a quite street, with a get a way atsmophere! I can assure you that you will have a vacation to remember when coming to big bear, and enjoying the holidays with friends and family!

So give one of us a call to confirm your reservation! Gold Rush Resort Rentals, 1-800-363-8303

 Sally Hear from you soon!!!!

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Here are some great reasons to come to Big Bear this weekend.

First the weathers perfect with no smog, fog or freeways.

Second we have the Old Miner’s events happening this weekend with the Junior Rodeo & Children’s Event on the 18^th as well as the Doo Dah Parade which is in Fawnskin. On the 18^th-19^th we have our annual 1800’s Country Fair & Loggers Jubilee in Fawnskin with contests, music, logging, games and great food as well as variety of vendors with great things to see and purchase. Or just come up to get away from it all and relax.

Whether you’re looking to get away from it all or to enjoy some good old fashion loggers sawing away at a log while munchin’ on some yummy cuisine, Big Bear is the place to be this weekend.

And if you need somewhere to stay Gold Rush Resort Rentals is the website to browse for our friendly staff and aggressively discounted prices and a wide variety of homes to choose from.

There’s something for everyone in the family to enjoy. If you’re interested in a home close to the lake with a boat dock we’ve got it, close to the village, we’ve got it.

To see our homes go to our website at www.BigBearRentals.net . Looking for “Hot Deals” click this LINK or give me a call at 1 (800) 363-8303 and let me help you help yourself to a well deserved vacation in the mountain…Bre

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The Elks Lodge hosts stirring Bingo games each Friday night at 7 p.m.

All are welcome. $10 buy-in for 12 regular games.

The Elks Lodge is located at 40611 Big Bear Blvd., just west of the Village.

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The visibility for fireworks in Big Bear Lake is absolutely brilliant! Make your plans now to see one the top 5 fireworks displays in California. Viewing the fireworks is easy from dozens of vantage points along the lakefront and throughout Big Bear Valley. Thousands of boaters take in the show, too, from lake tour boats, their own or rented craft, making it a daylong floating celebration. See why Big Bear Lake exceeds all expectations year after year with its FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR!

Big Bear Lake’s “Fireworks Spectacular” will explode at 7,000′ reflecting its shower of brilliance over Big Bear Lake on Saturday, July 4th. What sets Big Bear Lake apart from most other Southern California Fourth of July celebrations is its abundance of recreation and activities.

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Visitors to Big Bear should consider making a stop at the Big BearValley Historical Museum. The museum showcases numerous exhibits from Native American’s to the Gold Rush, Early Cattle Ranching including an Authentic Chuck Wagon, Working Blacksmiths. The kids can even pan for pyrite in the gold panning area.

An 1875 cabin that is the oldest standing structure in the valley is on display. The Doble Schoolhouse built in 1906 is also on display. A fully restored working stamp mill, buggies, local pioneer artifacts, glassware and countless items are exhibited for all who wish to look into the past.

All the cabins are authentic period artifacts with docents happy to inform you about their history.

The Museum is owned and operated by the Big Bear Valley Historical Society, manned by an all volunteer staff and is a nonprofit organization.

The Museum doors opened in 1982, there have been many renewals and historical donations in the past few years.

Open from Memorial Day in May to the first Sunday in October, located at 800 Greenway in Big Bear City, across from the east end of the airport runway.

Days open are Weds, Sat, Sundays & Holiday Mondays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.. There is a $3.00 donation required for Adults over 14 years. Kids 14 and under are free with paying adult admission.

Phone (909) 585-8100

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Hours: Saturday, August 29th, 2009 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Admission: $1.00 Location: Big Bear City Airport 501 W. Valley Blvd. Big Bear City, Ca. 92314 Big Bear City Airport (L35) asks that you save the date of August 29th as the 2009 “Wings Over Big Bear” Air Fair soars into the San Bernardino Mountains. This year’s theme “Serving Our Community” highlights the value and benefits that our airport provides to Big Bear’s residents and valley visitors. Gates open at 7AM with a pancake breakfast prepared by Big Bear Kiwanis. The show starts two hours later with a spectacular high altitude entrance by the Just in Time Skydivers and an emotional marching musical presentation by Lake Arrowhead’s Fife and Drum Corp. “Wings Over Big Bear” brings with it more than a dozen of the aircraft which secured our Nation’s independence in earlier years. Two World War II vintage B-25 Mitchell Bombers, a carrier capable F4U Corsair, the 420 MPH P38 Lightning, the very recognizable P-51 Mustang long range fighter, a 1000+ horsepower P-40 Warhawk and a Douglas Dauntless Navy dive bomber arrive straight out of the 1940’s to grace our airspace. These aircraft will be accompanied on the display ramp by 2 Vietnam era Douglas A-1 Skyraider’s and an assortment of T-34 propeller and T-38 jet training aircraft. Guests should find the 1930’s designed twin engine C-45 Expeditor, also known as the Beechcraft Model 18, an exciting new addition to the display. Fly-Ins are welcomed and enthusiastically encouraged to participate in the spot landing competition upon arrival. Parking will be available on the ramp south of the runway and east of the terminal. Awards will be presented in a variety of categories for aircraft wishing to be reviewed by our panel of judges. Consistent with the vintage aircraft on display, the Air Fair 1940’s admission price of just $1 should encourage visitors to come and enjoy the many food and souvenir vendors and community group exhibits. This day promises to be filled with fun, food, fresh air and fantastic flying. For additional information contact: Nancy Jones at 909-585-3219. For pilots flying into the show: There will be a spot-landing contest, and aircraft can be judged in several categories such as Best of Show, People’s Choice and more. Plaques will be awarded to the winners of these categories. Fuel: Fuel will be available from the fuel trucks on a “first-come-first-serve” basis. Place your order with the fuel truck drivers who will be on the field; we will have one truck for 100LL and one for Jet A. For aircraft within the showlines: There will be no engine running allowed between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Contact a parking official in orange vest before departure. For those interested in volunteering, becoming a food or concession vendor or if you’d like to display your airplane, please call Nancy at 909-585-3219. Click for Maps and Driving Directions Parking: We will have volunteers directing you to the parking areas. Handicapped parking will be at the Pinon gate entrance. NOTICE: Due to problems we have had in the past, absolutely NO dogs will be allowed on the field. The only exceptions will be service dogs. Also, no alcoholic beverages, Heelees, skateboards, bikes, or wheels of any kind (except wheelchairs and strollers) will be allowed. Aircraft Displays Historic Planes from Planes of Fame in Chino: Vought F4U Corsair P-38 Lightning P-40 Warhawk Douglas SBD Dauntless B-25 Mitchell Douglas AD Skyraider P-51 Other Aircraft: B-25 “Heavenly Body” T-28’s from Warbirds West Air Museum T-34’s Waco Vendor Booths Aviation Gifts by Ruth Bear Mountain Dog Rescue/ Airport Rent-A-Car Bear Valley Historical Center Becky’s Creations Big Bear Computer Club Big Bear Pilot’s Association Big Bear Lake Sheriff’s Dept. Civil Air Patrol Coast Guard Auxillary CruisinT’s Dippin Dots Elevations Day Spa Fire Explorers Flying Machine Embroidery General George Patton Museum Mc Donald Specialties Northwoods Resort Orange County 99’s Sophos Wear United States Coast Guard United States Air Force United States Army United States Marines Windsock Pilot Supplies Young Eagles Food Concessions Barnstorm Cafe – Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Chili, Knockwurst with Sauerkraut, and Drinks. Dippin Dots Get the Burger - Burgers, Fries & Drinks Kiwanis – Breakfast – Sausages, Eggs, Pancakes, Juice or Coffee. Lunch – Hamburgers, Hot Dogs and Chili Dogs. Maui Wowi - Smoothies, Kona Coffee, Hawaiian Snacks Papagaloops – Tamales, Nachos and Shaved Ice Robertson Almonds – Almonds, Pecans, Iced Cappuccini & Lemonade S & T Bakery Baja – Mexican Food, Churros, and Steak Airplane Rides Big Bear Air Pacific Crest Aviation Additional Attractions Just In Time Skydivers Mountain Fifes and Drums Corp Balloons by Becky’s Creations Corona Remote Control Club Inflatable Rat Race Obstacle Course Inflatable Sabretooth Slide

General Information Maps and Directions Schedule of Events Aircraft Displays Vendor Booths Food Concessions Airplane Rides Additional Attractions Previous AirFair Photos Just In Time Skydivers Flying Tiger (zoom) WACO (zoom) P-51 Mustang (zoom) (zoom) (zoom) Flying Tiger (zoom) Heaps Peak Water Drop (zoom) Mountain Fifes and Drums (zoom) YAK (zoom) T-28 Trojan (zoom) Antique Aircraft (zoom) B-25 Mitchell Bomber (zoom) Antique Aircraft (zoom) Just-In-Time Sky Divers (zoom) Kiwanis Lunch Rat Race Obstacle Course Sabretooth Slide

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As they say, Altitude is everything! Runners come from all over to experience running a marathon at over 6000 feet.

Enjoy miles and miles of some of the most scenic lake shores of Southern California. Breathe the fresh mountain air.

Participants will have a choice of a full marathon, half marathon, 30 mile cycle tour, or 5K. A one mile “Kid’s Run” even gets the little ones involved.

This event is guaranteed to not disappoint, Big Bear’s citizens will support you every step of the way. Big Bear Lake is nestled in the San Bernardino Mountains, come on up for a breath of fresh air!

“Run the Bear” and experience a truly unique outdoor event!

Saturday September 12, 2009. Registration begins on Friday September 11th as well as Saturday.

CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR CABIN

OR CALL

1-800-363-8303

There are plenty of activities geared toward all levels of training. For more information call (888)906-9998.

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Come on up to Big Bear – The Fishings Great!

A lot of large trout that were raised in pens over the winter have been released and are being caught from boat and shore on PowerBait and nightcrawlers. Trollers are finding the trout at 3 to 4 colors with assort Needlefish and Rapalas behind. Small and Largemouth Bass are beginning to nest all around the lake and can be taken on crankbaits, spinners and spoons along the shoreline. Crappie are active in the East end of the lake and being caught on Gulp Waxies and meal worms.

Big Bear Marina is proud to announce that we are a Berkley Pro Shop! We will have a full line of Pure Fishing Products that includes Berkley, Pflueger, All Star, Stren, Penn, Abu Garcia, Spiderwire, Fenwick, Mitchell, Shakespeare and all of the PowerBait and Gulp Alive baits.

Big Bear Marina is the Official Weigh Station on Big Bear Lake! Bring your trophy catches in and be eligible for monthly Berkley Pro Shop prizes! Stop by and have your picture and catch reported to the fishing media throughout Southern California.

Please submit your fish pictures and stories to bigbearvacation@aol.com

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