ABOUT THE PUBLICATION: The <strong>Gateway</strong> <strong>Magazine</strong> is mailed and distributed to areas of Running Springs, Arrowbear, and Green Valley Lake. Our unique area sports a mountain bike area for off-road biking, a full service ski area, two small lakes with great fi shing, and tons of hiking trails as well as shops, antique stores, and great places to eat. The Running Springs <strong>Magazine</strong> is also distributed for customers and visitors for pick up in the above areas and other locations on the mountain as well as targeted locations and visitor centers ‘down the hill’ in San Bernardino County. Those locations are on file. A special thanks to all the members of the Running Springs Area Chamber of Commerce as without them this magazine would not be possible. Design by STEP Advertising (P.O. Box 2725, Running Springs, CA 92382 • (909)939-2522 • Stepadvertising53@gmail.com Front Cover photo:Courtesy of Mike Lee/Starlight Photography Most of Photography throughout publication by Mike Lee/Starlight Photography unless otherwise noted. Articles/info submitted by Kevin Somes, Lynette Eastwood, Steven Peter, Michael Scullin, Cathy Clemens, and other chamber members. Information is believed to be accurate at time of publishing. No reproduction of any material herein unless authorized in writing by the Running Springs Area Chamber of Commerce. Front Cover Photo: Steven Peter Surroundings and Economy Running Springs is a mountain community in the San Bernardino Mountains. It is an inholding in the San Bernardino National Forest. Situated at the junction of SR-18 and SR-330, it is a major gateway to the mountain communities of Lake Arrowhead, Arrowbear, Green Valley Lake, and Big Bear and is the closest community to Snow Valley Mountain Resort. It lies some 16 miles northeast of the city of Highland, California, up State Route 330, at an elevation of 6,030 feet. While there is no primary industry in Running Springs, there are service industries geared to the tourist market, as the San Bernardino National Forest is a highly popular yearround tourist destination. Also, taking advantage of the forested setting, the area is home to multiple summer camps, such as Pali Adventures, which also houses an outdoor education program known as Pali Institute. Additionally, Running Springs, together with surrounding communities, form a bedroom community for commuters employed in San Bernardino and points beyond who are willing to tolerate the notorious Southern California commute in order to live above the city’s considerable smog and pollution. Running Springs is a member community of the President’s Message The Running Springs Communities are enjoying a busy summer season. From hiking trails to fi shing to special events, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Additionally, there are plenty of fantastic shopping and dining opportunities in Arrowbear, Green Valley Lake and Running Springs. In particular the annual Farmers Market & Artisan Faire runs every Saturday through September. Be sure to stop by between 10am and 2pm and enjoy fresh fruits, vegetables and unique artisan goods. The Farmers Market & Artisan Faire is located adjacent to First Foundation Bank. Don’t miss out on additional summer activities such as Mountain Top Days (August 3 & 4 in Running Springs). Mountain Top Days begins on Friday with a parade on Hilltop Boulevard (6:15pm) plus a Street Dance and celebration at 7pm on Commercial Way. The fun resumes on Saturday beginning at 9am with vendors, games, a chili cookoff, the annual fi refi ghters’ bucket brigade and much more! The fi nal Green Valley Lake <strong>2018</strong> <strong>Summer</strong> Fair is scheduled for Saturday, August 11. Activities include carnival games, a chili cookoff, quilt raffl e drawing and plenty of fun! On Labor Day Weekend, don’t miss out on the Green Valley Lake Artisan Tour when local artisans open the doors of their studios to visitors. Maps of studio locations will be available at Green Valley Lake businesses on Labor Day Weekend. Enjoy <strong>Summer</strong>! Kevin Somes, President of the Running Springs Area Chamber of Commerce INSIDE THE PAGES: Page 2-Economy / President’s Message Page 3-Mission Statement / Board of Directors Page 5-Mountain Top Days Page 8-History of Running Springs and Area Page 9-Farmers Market Schedule Page 10-Winter Sports Page 16 & 17 Area Map with Local Hikes Page 18-Emergency Services / R.S.Safety Coalition Page 21-Places of Worship / Arrowbear Lake Page 22-Green Valley Lake Pages 24-30-Chamber Membership Listings Page 30-What’s New at the Farmers Market? Page 31-Activities from Crestline, CA MISSION STATEMENT The Running Springs Area Chamber of Commerce is an independent advocate of business interests for its diverse membership, exercising its infl uence regionally to create a strong local economy. The purpose of the Chamber shall be to promote the commercial, industrial and civic interests of the Running Springs Area by sponsoring and encouraging: • Advertising for the area • Better living & working conditions • The promotion of year-round recreational activity • The conservation of the natural resources of this community VICE PRESIDENT Michael Lee Starlight Photography TREASURER Michael Scullin Deer Lick Car Wash PRESIDENT Kevin Somes Snow Valley Mountain Resort SECRETARY Terisa Bonito First Mountain Bank, div. of Premier Business Bank ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Linda Peabody 2017-<strong>2018</strong> Board of Directors Susan Heisler A Cut Above Dixi Willemse Running Springs Water Jordan Zarate Digital Mountaineers Connie Riach Running Springs Escrow Jennifer Sireika Turnkey Vacation Rentals Joan Moseley Mountain Top Echoes Alexandra Lim MCA (Mountain Community Alliance) Economy: Cont. on page 7 2 <strong>Gateway</strong> <strong>Magazine</strong> <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2018</strong> Spring <strong>2018</strong> <strong>Gateway</strong> <strong>Magazine</strong> 3