Big Bear Today May 2019

Volume 30, No. 11 May 2019
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1989 30 YEARS 2019
The The Mountain’s Monthly Lifestyle Magazine
Make Tracks on the PCT!
Spartan
Race
Returns!
• Museum Opens Early, New Events Too
• Lake Play & Ultimate Trout Tourney
• Bike Park Gears Up, Golf Swings into Action
• Maifest, BBQ, Car Show for Memorial Day

Page 2—May 2019
From the Publisher
Winter shifts into
spring along the
Pacific Crest Trail
O
ne weekend I was skiing, the next
hiking on a worldclass trail. The
beauty of Big Bear in spring!
It was as simple at putting away the
ski boots and bringing out the hiking boots.
Grabbing the day hike pack instead of the
ski one. And pulling out hiking poles instead
of ski poles, though the latter can
work for trail duty too in a pinch. Just like
that, we were out the door for a quick session
on Pacific Crest Trail, the 2,638 mile
trek from Mexico to Canada that runs
through Big Bear Valley.
The terrific winter that brought great
times on the slopes and filled the lake has
paid dividends on the trails too. Well-watered
trees are greener than they’ve been
in years. And the wildflowers! Little
patches of small flowers are everywhere,
painting blotches of red, purple and yellow
onto the forest landscape.
On the PCT, you’re liable to see almost
anything. Why, just along the 39 local
miles of trail that enter the Valley at
Onyx Summit and exits past Fawnskin you
can see llamas and lions, sacred Eye of God
and flowers that grow here and nowhere
else in the world. There’s a dumpster that’s
really a food and water cache for thru-hikers—those
attempting to hiike the entire
trail in a journey that typically takes around
six months—complete with sofa for sitting
though we wouldn’t recommend it.
At this time of year it’s hard to hike
any PCT section in Big Bear without
bumping into thru-hikers. Used to be their
unofficial start from the Mexican border
was the last weekend in April, with a big
bash and expo known as Day Zero, then
they all headed out, putting them here at
about the same time.
Then the movie “Wild” starring Reese
Witherspoon came out in 2014. The year
before that less than two thousand long
distance permits were issued for those covering
500 miles or more. Last year saw
7,313, over a thousand higher than 2017!
Day Zero was canceled to try and spread
hikers out through spring, and now permits
are limited to 50 per day.
While it is impossible to determine
how many actually attempt the trail each
season, a good portion who start make it
this far. Some days it seems like all 7,000
are here at once as small groups of grungylooking
folks with backpacks and poles
head to the grocery stores, lodges and restaurants
like Thelma’s, long a PCT favorite.
Big 5 is another destination for those
who have worn out their boots already or
need gear; back in the day Alpine Sports
Center filled those needs.
So I’m actually surprised that we
didn’t bump into at least one thru-hiker on
our late April outing. I would have practically
guaranteed we’d see one and probably
several. Groups have been around
town since March, which is way too early.
While it might be nice to do the dreaded
desert sections early, there’s bound to be a
bottleneck further north at Kennedy Meadows,
where backpackers have to wait for
heavy Sierra snowpack to melt some.
Even getting to Big Bear on the PCT
has its challenges in 2019. Sections of the
trail around Whitewater as its rises from
desert into the mountains were washed out
in the Valentine’s Day storm, and the visitor
center there is closed. More washouts
around Mission Creek in the San Gorgonio
Wilderness, to the point that Pacific Crest
Trail Association website suggests simply
bypassing the area.
In Big Bear, near where we trekked
last month, our favorite “Hump the Dump”
section is closed again after briefly reopening
last fall. We went out when it was open
and saw firsthand the damage done by the
2017 Holcomb Fire. An area we know like
the back of our hand had changed so much
we barely recognized it. Not just burn
marks either but erosion that washed away
entire sections, and after the big winter it
surely is only worse.
To bypass the area northbound thruhikers
are encouraged to walk up 3N16 just
north of where the PCT crosses Holcomb
Valley Rd. It’s about a two-mile climb to
avoid a half-mile closure, and purists who
insist on completing every step of the trail
actually double back a couple miles to
Doble trail camp. So they end up hiking
something more like 2,640 miles if they
finish.
While we didn’t see thru-hikers, we
did spot another season staple: thunderheads,
big ones right above us, as clouds
gathered and a system blew in more reminiscent
of summer than winter. And the
magnificent panoramic vistas that unfold
along the PCT in this section are always
something to see, stretching dozens of
miles in every direction down to the desert.
On our hike the skies were especially
clear and our views spanned a hundred
miles or more off in the distance, as peaks
popped up into the sunshine and rain
threatened amidst big dark clouds. Where
else can you so seamlessly transition from
winter to summer recreation but Big Bear?
Have a good one.
Marcus
ON THE COVER: These folks are hiking all the way to Canada on the Pacific Crest Trail,
but you don’t have to go that far to have fun! Don’t miss May 18-19 Spartan Races too
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Publisher
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Photography
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Mark Gauger
In This Issue...
Big Bear Today
See it all on the Pacific Crest Trail
Rare flowers and lions, spectacular sights and sacred sites, all
found along the famous Pacific Crest Trail...in just its Big Bear
sections! Thru-hikers are making their way north on the PCT
but you don’t have to go all the way to Canada to have fun
because there’s great local sections to hike right here. Plus
more PCT coverage on this page. Can you tell we love it?
Golf Course, Bike Park Gear Up to Open
First the driving range opens, then the golf course, then the
bike park. Just a few weeks after ski and snowboard season
ended Snow Summit and Bear Mountain are gearing up for
summer. Bikes, Skychair, Basecamp, Golf, even Movies make
the resorts the places to hang out when the weather warms.
X, Anuhea, Zep, Eagles Tributes at Cave
Some great May shows at The Cave, where punk pioneers X
opens the month and Desperado returns with its Eagles tribute
to close it. In between there’s Hawaiian music star Anuhea
and T.S.O.L., which makes its first visit ever to The Cave. Not
to mention hot tribute band Led Zepagain!
Spartans Battle Summit Obstacle Course
Spartans were elite warriors during Greek city-state times.
Modern Spartans battle specially-designed obstacles in unique
competition returning to Snow Summit May 18-19 with
national championship stakes. If climbing walls and crawling in
mud isn’t for you, visit the May 17 open house that’s free.
Bird Day, Kids Zone, `Gold’ for Summer
Summer’s so cool at Discovery Center, with campfires and
nature talks, gold panning, night hikes and more. The season
officially gets underway Memorial Day weekend but first up
there’s Migratory Bird Day and Baldwin Lake Interpretive Trail
is open including guided hikes...all in color, The Back Page
BYOB on Big Bear Queen--captain Chris
Bellows tells the tales. See page 14
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Page 4—May 2019
Flowers to grizzlies, see it on PCT
Pacific Crest Trail’s motto has long
been “Find Yourself on the PCT” but
really it should be “See it All.” And
we’re not even referring to the 57 major
mountain passes it crosses through three
states and touching as many countries, five
national monuments and another five state
parks, or six national parks.
There’s plenty to see in Big Bear
alone, along the 39 miles of trail that passes
through the Valley. Hikers wander through
historic Holcomb Valley, site of Southern
California’s largest gold rush, past wildflowers
that grow here and nowhere else
in the world, and near Serrano Indian sacred
site “Eye of God.”
The nation’s premier long distance
trail, which runs 2,638 miles from the
Mexican to Canadian borders, also serves
up spectacular views of 11,502 ft. Mt. San
Gorgonio, Big Bear Lake and the High
Desert. Plus the nearby Bighorn Mountain
Wilderness and second, lesser-known
Southland aspen grove, Arrastre Creek.
And let’s not forget grizzlies and African
lions. At one time Big Bear Valley
was teeming with grizzlies, but now the
only ones to be seen are at Alpine Zoo and
Predators in Action, a facility which trains
exotic animals for photo shoots and movie
productions, off a section of PCT a souple
miles south of Onyx Summit. The company
is founded by Randy Miller, renowned
for his work with exotics. He was
a stunt double working with lions on the
movie “Gladiator” and has been profiled
in many newspaper stories.
There’s so much to see along PCT in
Big Bear, from gurgling creeks to trail
camps for those pitching a tent. PCT is also
popular with equestrians, including
Baldwin Lake Stables, which leads guided
horseback rides along the trail.
Walk the whole route and go through
terrain that ranges from fiery desert to dripping
wet rain forest. PCT winds into 24
federal forests and 33 designated wilderness
areas—including skirting the nearby
San Gorgonio Wilderness. It passes a thousand
lakes and tarns and descends into 19
distinct canyons, traversing some of
America’s most majestic mountain ranges
including the Sierra Nevada and Cascades.
You don’t have to walk all the way to
have a good time on the PCT, as several
local sections make great family day hikes,
no permit needed. Most are basically level
with only a few killer climbs, suitable for
all ability levels. Just be careful: you might
have so much fun it’s hard to turn back!
The PCT enters Big Bear Valley at the
top of Onyx Summit immediately east of
Hwy. 38, and there’s a big turnout for parking
too. Catch the trail up the hill about
100 yards east of where you park, then head
either north or south on the path. Go south
(toward Mexico) and you’ll start a gradual
descent as beautiful views of the San Gorgonio
Wilderness and its snowcapped
namesake peak unfold. Head north and
there’s a panoramic view spot with vistas
stretching 180-degrees over a mile in.
Another good place for a PCT day
hike can be found on Hwy. 18 at
Big Bear Today
Views for miles and wildflowers up close on Pacific Crest Trail
Cushenbury Grade, as the
road descends to Lucerne
Valley. Park on the east
side and catch the trail going
either direction as it
crosses the highway. North
is especially dramatic,
with crest views of the
desert and good wind and
sun protection. Walk a
couple miles and you’ll
come to Holcomb Valley
Rd.. Unfortunately hikers
have to detour here since
PCT remains closed after
the 2017 Holcomb Fire.
South on the trail
from Cushenbury leads toward Shadow
Ranch, and along the way serves up more
great views of the Mojave Desert, Baldwin
Lake and Bighorn Wilderness. The walking
starts with a climb, descends and continues
two miles where it accesses the
quartz rock formation known as “Eye of
God,” sacred to the Serrano Indians.
For less convenient parking but more
adventurous hiking, drive out to Holcomb
Valley on Van Dusen Canyon Rd. off North
Shore Dr. The PCT intersects the dirt road
about 2.4 miles in; find a place to park and
check out the great hiking in either direction.
South climbs up the ridge immedi-
ately to the east and can be quite a hump.
North also dishes up some uphill, and
after a few miles the PCT connects with
Cougar Crest trail. Get someone to drop
you off on Van Dusen and you can hike
the PCT to Cougar Crest, ending up at the
Discovery Center for pickup. Or just park
at Discovery Center—no Adventure Pass
required—and hike the half-mile connector
to Cougar Crest Trail, a nice walk
through the trees that shaves off the first
dusty part of the popular hike anyway.
Call Big Bear Discovery Center at
(909) 866-3437.

Big Bear Today May 2019—Page 5
Bike park, golf course gear to open
Holloway’s
MARINA & RV PARK
800-448-5335
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Bridges, berms, bumps and more await two-wheelers in the Bike Park
Recreation at Big Bear’s mountain resorts
transitions from snow to summer in
May as the golf course swings into action
and the bike park gears up.
Bear Mountain golf course is slated
to begin May 17 for full play with the driving
range opening a week earlier on May
10. Snow Summit’s Scenic Skychair and
Adventure Park and Basecamp open with
the holiday weekend celebration May 24-
27 that includes live music, big kid backyard
games like giant cornhole, ladder golf,
beer pong, vendor booths, giveaways and
more. The area will be open Friday through
Sunday with climbing wall, Eurobungy,
zipline, food and beverages and more till
June 14, when daily operations begin.
Adventure Park continues to expand
its worldclass downhill mountain bike offerings.
The resort is working with the Forest
Service and San Bernardino County on
permitting for a new advanced downhill
trail plus public access hiking trail. The
downhill would replace the Log Chute hiking
trail. While still in the permit process,
the goal is to open both this season.
Snow Summit’s other three top-to-bottom
trails already offer challenging terrain
with professional design by Gravity Logic.
The only lift-served downhill mountain
bike park in Southern California sports
freshly-cut berms, snakes and non-dirt features
like bridges, paver-lined turns and
drops, long straights and switchbacks.
Miracle Mile tasks even the best riders
with an array of sweeping S-turns plus
rollers, jumps and wood features including
dramatic 30-foot bridge, diving board
and berm. Westridge is the signature jump
trail through the forest as it cuts through
the woods and across ski runs, boasting
over 45 features top-to-bottom for an action-packed
ride. Party Wave is a challenging
black diamond run with steep drops,
banked turns, switchbacks and step ups.
Yet Bike Park isn’t just all hardcore.
Novices start out at the base area where
Small Wonder, a modest gravity-fed trail
about a half-mile in length, serves up all
the features riders encounter in Bike Park.
The ride presents an organic singletrack
feel with little pedaling or braking down a
gentle 6% grade serviced by Chair 4, the
popular beginner lift in winter. The halfmile
trail offers terrain features too, from
progressive paver turns and dirt berm to
baby rock garden and small wood feature.
Skill Builder Park is another beginner
section at the base area, adjacent to
Small Wonder. With side-by-side jumps
progressing from little to bigger and training
terrain features the area helps learners
get their wheels under them as they discover
the excitement of bike park.
Going Green is the natural next progression,
a wide, winding, gentle top-tobottom
descent. Four miles long with
sweeping berms and only minimal braking
or pedaling, it serves up spectacular
views as it drops through the forest. New
dual slalom course is open too in the base
area so challenge your friends to some
head-to-head action.
At the base area Basecamp is a great
place to spend the day with unique attractions.
Quick Jump serves up the sensation
of freefalling before slowly setting adrenaline
junkies on the ground. Soar through
the trees on the zipline, scale heights on
the 30-foot climbing wall and bounce on
Eurobungy. Bighorn Smokehouse is open
with delicious barbecue.
Scenic Skychair continues to serve up
great cross-country riding like it always
has, along rolling Forest Service roads at
the top of the mountain, and now on the
new worldclass singletrack Skyline Trail.
Skychair isn’t just for two-wheelers;
two-footers have fun too, riding the sky
high to the 8,200 ft. summit. Sightseers are
treated to panoramic views of the lake,
desert and surrounding mountains during
their leisurely 20-minute chairlift trip
through the forest to Summit’s summit.
At the top enjoy the Mountain Top
Loop, a gentle one-mile walk at the top that
starts and ends at Skyline Tap House. Have
lunch on the mountaintop outdoor sun deck
with goodies from the grill and cold beverages.
Play a game on the highest horseshoe
pit in Southern California or just soak
up views of snow-covered 11,502 ft. Mt.
San Gorgonio across the way.
Snow Summit hosts after dark “Movies
in the Meadow” with free familyfriendly
films at 8 p.m. under the stars.
Limited seating is available or bring your
own chair and blankets and watch favorite
flicks on the huge inflatable screen including
May 25 showing of “Turbo.” Bighorn
Smokehouse stays open for concessions.
Purchase Bike Park and Skychair
tickets at least 72 hours in advance and save
20%. Basecamp attractions can be purchased
individually or day passes offer
unlimited use. Call (844) GO-2-BEAR.
Pontoon Boat Rentals
Pirate Ship
Lake Tours
Fishing
Boats
LAKESIDE RV CAMPING
• Waverunners & Jet Skis
• SUPs-Stand Up Paddleboards
• Wake Boarding / Waterskiing
909.866.5706
1/2 mile north of Big Bear Blvd. on Edgemoor
2 miles west of the Village (turn at Log Cabin Restaurant)
3 miles east of the dam
www.HollowaysMarina.com

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Museum makes its own history with opening
Big Bear Today
The place that preserves Big Bear’s
history is making a little history of
its own this month.
Big Bear Museum opens May 18, a
week before its traditional Memorial Day
start and the earliest ever. It’s an extra
weekend to see the working five stamp
mill, blacksmiths, panning for kids and
more at Big Bear’s blast from its past, and
locals get in free opening day from 10 a.m.-
4 p.m. It’s also the first of two Kids Days,
with fun activities for youngsters like scavenger
hunt, rock painting and past/present
table where they view artifacts and determine
what replaces them today.
The museum has still more events on
tap through the summer like next month’s
Billy Holcomb Day with Ron Core that celebrates
the man who found gold in the valley,
triggering the second largest strike in
California. Mel Blanc Day on August 24
honors the man of a thousand voices, a Big
Bear resident who brought Bugs Bunny,
Porky Pig, Daffy Duck, Barney Rubble and
so many more famous cartoon characters
to life. An exhibit opened last year featuring
Mel’s personal effects.
With over a million artifacts on display,
seven exhibits like the blacksmith
shop, schoolhouse, Juniper store and so
much more, the museum is always entertaining
with lots of hands-on fun. Kids love
to pan for “gold” in the sluice box, swirling
water and mud around in their pans
with their own two hands for free just like
prospectors did in Big Bear a century-and-
a-half ago. At the museum all that ever remains
in the bottom of the pan is worthless
pyrite better known as “fool’s gold,”
but the sparkling rock sure puts the gleam
in a child’s eyes and they can take their
findings home.
The blacksmith shop meanwhile is a
more ears-on than hands-on experience.
Children and their parents are regaled with
stories about Big Bear’s storied past by
blacksmith and storyteller extraordinaire
Jim Lanners. Even as he “stokes the fire”
and “keeps his irons in the fire” while creating
one-of-a-kind peanut butter knives
for any kid that wants one, Lanners tells
tall but true tales.
Even as he’s pounding iron on one of
the museum’s historical anvils he chatters
away. One anvil weighs a whopping 623
lbs. and there’s forges from the original
Rose Mine in Big Bear. When he pounds
hot iron sparks fly like mini-fireworks,
drawing oohs and ahhs from youngsters.
Away from the only working blacksmith
shop around, Lanners fires up the
massive five-stamp mill. When it roars to
life the stamp mill, one of only two such
working machines in California, drops the
hammer—another blacksmith term—on
ore and pulverizes it to reveal gold inside.
There’s a miniature model that shows
how the big one works. In the latter part of
the 19th century there were dozens of these
mills in Big Bear, some with up to 40
stamps, others just one or two. Most famous
was the 40-stamp mill operated by
Museum blacksmiths
fan the flames; kids
love to pan for gold
Elias J. “Lucky”
Baldwin, who left his
name all over Southern
California—
Baldwin Park is
named after him.
Baldwin founded
Santa Anita racetrack
and made a fortune in
real estate and at horse
racing, only to lose
much of it on his 1875
mining operation in
east Big Bear Valley by Gold Mountain.
It’s wasn’t so much that they didn’t
find gold because they did, in large quantities,
but it was mostly low grade stuff that
cost more to extract than it was worth.
Continued on page 10
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Big Bear Today May 2019—Page 7
Maifest, BBQ key Memorial weekend
From Oktoberfest in summer to holiday
barbecue the season gets off to a roaring
start in Big Bear over Memorial Day
weekend, first of the big holidays.
2nd Annual Big Bear Lake Maifest
brings a touch of Oktoberfest for two days
May 25-26 to Wyatt’s at the Convention
Center. German beer, food and contests
highlight Maifest, held each day from 1-
11 p.m. Consider it the little sister of
Oktoberfest, held nine weekends beginning
September 7-8, still with the beer and
bratwursts but also a bit of spring mixed
in like maypole dance.
Maifest, a traditional German festival
celebrating the end of winter and beginning
of spring that dates to the 18th century,
has its own champagne-style punch
drink called Maibowle. The German beer
lineup includes Maibock, a spring brew.
Oktoberfest regulars will recognize Die
Gemütlichen Schühplattler Dancers, performing
customary Maypole dances.
Just like at Oktoberfest there’s sizzling
bratwursts hot off the grill, the famous
homemade sauerkraut, pretzels and apple
strudel with warm vanilla sauce.
Beat feet for a good cause when the
2019 Big Bear MS Walk returns on Saturday,
May 4 along North Shore’s paved Alpine
Pedal Path.
Join dozens of teams and hundreds of
walkers for a morning walk along the lake
followed by terrific party. The walk starts
and ends at North Shore Elementary and
travels along the paved Alpine Pedal Path.
Choose from a 1K walk or 5K walk, roll,
stroll or run option.
The lake is feet away from participants,
and views of the ski resorts and
snow-covered peaks of the San Gorgonio
Wilderness in the distance are stunning.
Along the way there’s rest stops with
snacks and drinks. Alpine Pedal Path is a
great early-season walk anyway and is
popular with bikers, skaters and strollers.
Oktoberfest favorite The Express Band
performs plus there’s log sawing and stein
holding contests to add to the Oktoberfest
feel. Wear lederhosen or a dirndl and get a
free Warsteiner stein!
Admission is $8, seniors $7, children
12 and under free. Call (909) 585-3000.
Two days of headliner-quality music
and Kansas City-style BBQ Championships
highlight Grill & Chill, also on May
25-26. Some 30 cooks will compete in
KCBS BBQ Society State Championship
competition with their efforts available for
sample and purchase. Plus there’s craft
beer, vendors, and interactive food experiences,
all from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. each day
at the Bartlett l lot with free admission.
The music lineup features favorites
Izon Eden and Blue Henrys. New in 2019
is the Kids Dino Land, where they can ride
a triceratops, selfie with a T-Rex, dig for
fossils and enjoy an interactive show.
Art on the Corner in the heart of Big
Bear Village features three days of fine art
and crafts from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on May 25-
27. Enjoy a glass of beer or wine and
browse through fine art and craftsmanship
Beat feet to beat MS at Walk
FREE
Bowling!
Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. Opening
ceremonies get underway at 10 a.m.
with Big Bear Marine Corps Color Guard
leading the way. The walk follows at 10:30.
The finish line festival features food,
music, facepainting, team booths and sponsor
giveaways. MS Walk’s raffle always
has lots of great prizes, like merchandise,
gift certificates to local restaurants, overnight
getaways in Big Bear and other destinations,
and more.
Those who raise $100 or more in donations
get a MS Walk T-shirt. Raise $250
or more and there’s amazing MS gifts.
There’s prizes for Best Dressed and Most
Spirited teams plus Inspirational walker.
Call (909) 949-1363 ext. 66503 or
register online at www.walkMS.org
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Summer treats and German fun at Maifest May 25-26 at the Convention Center
that includes everything from Adirondack
chairs to paintings, in all mediums.
Admission is free. The show is on the
corner of Village Dr. and Pine Knot Ave.
at the Christmas Tree lot. (909) 585-2868.
The Antique Car Club Show on Sunday,
May 26 returns to Big Bear Speedway
located at Big Bear Snow Play (42825
Big Bear Blvd.) The show is a preview of
the group’s huge Fun Run in August. Catch
dozens of cars from yesteryear for free,
from wood panel trucks to rods and roadsters,
from 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
There’s also a pinewood derby for fifth
graders that’s great fun. After looking at
the cars, try driving Sodi Karts to get a feel
for racing at its finest (story page 9).
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Monday, May 27 during Memorial Day
Service at Veteran’s Park at 10 a.m. There
will be a Marine Corps League color detail,
live music by Mountain Fife and
Drums, and wreath presentation by
Women’s Auxiliary of the American Legion.
Assemblyman Jay Obernolte speaks.
Caskets represent fallen heroes from
the two World Wars, Korea, Vietnam, the
Gulf and Iraq wars, and attendees are given
a flower to remember their own soldiers.
Taps is played and a symbolic casket
brought to the park through the Village at
9:30 a.m. The event is held by Marine
Corps League Detachment 1038 and
American Legion Post 584. Veteran’s Park
is on the boulevard just east of Pine Knot.
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X, Anuhea, T.S.O.L, tributes at Cave
rom the islands to the Eagles, there’s
a wide range of music on tap at The
Cave Big Bear in May. And “X” Fmarks the spot!
American punk band T.S.O.L. and top
tribute band Led Zepagain round out a
killer month, a prelude to a summer concert
lineup that includes Jefferson Starship,
Ted Nugent and Gary Puckett and the
Union Gap. All served up in the mountain’s
intimate concert venue with every seat
front and center, sound, lighting and special
effects that are concert-quality, and full
cocktail service including craft beers.
X is one of the most influential punk
rock bands ever and visits The Cave May
Year-Round
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3. The band with Southland roots that
formed in 1977 is still together four-plus
decades later, with original members DJ
Bonebrake, Billy Zoom, John Doe and
Exene Cervenka.
Studio albums Los Angeles and Wild
Gift are virtual anthems, the former named
by Rolling Stone among its top 500 of all
time. Songs like “We’re Desperate,” “I’m
Coming Over” and “Your Phone’s Off the
Hook, But You’re Not” are fan favorites.
Tickets $15.
ANUHEA in contrast brings the
smooth sounds of Hawaii in her first Cave
visit May 4. Her self-titled debut album
charted in the Top 10 on the iTunes Pop
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of the
New Century.
H e r
second album
For
Love made
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radio
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hits like
“Higher
Than the
Clouds,”
“Simple
Love Song”
and “Come
Over Love.”
All of which
got her on an
episode of
Hawaii 5-O
and has seen
her tour with
Bruno Mars,
J a c k
Johnson,
Z i g g y
Marley,
Babyface,
Sugar Ray
and others.
Other favorite tunes include “Right
Love, Wrong Time”and “Like the Way it
Feels,” blending her signature pop, R&B
and reggae musical style. She’s even headlined
the 2011 Pro Bowl halftime show at
Aloha Stadium and sang the National Anthem
at Golden State Warriors and Minnesota
Vikings games. Tickets $20-$40.
T.S.O.L. (aka True Sounds of Liberty)
is at The Cave May 11. Another punk icon
from the late 1970’s, the band hailing from
Long Beach has dabbled in hard rock and
just about every form of punk along the
way. Original members Jack Grisham, Ron
Emory and Mike Roche are joined by Greg
Kuehn and Antonio Val Hernandez.
Songs like “Abolish Government,”
“Superficial Love” and “World War III”
marked T.S.O.L.’s early efforts were followed
by more polished sounds on “Just
Like Me” and “Flowers by the Door.” The
band’s music has been featured in movies
like “The Runnin’ Kind,” “Suburbia,” “The
Return of the Living Dead” and “Dangerously
Close.” Tickets $15.
LED ZEPAGAIN on May 18 is arguably
the world’s top tribute band to the
rock supergroup. Led Zepagain, Sony re-
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Anuhea at The Cave May
4; T.S.O.L. on May 11
cording artists in their own right, has been
named one of the “World’s Greatest Tribute
Bands” and for good reason. The
band’s spot-on reproductions of Zeppelin
classics like “Rock and Roll,” “Black
Dog” and “Stairway to Heaven” caught the
eyes and ears of none other than guitarist
Jimmy Page, who invited Led Zepagain
to attend the original band’s 2007 reunion
concert in London. Drummer Jason
Bonham also put his stamp of approval on
Led Zepagain, sitting in for a show.
Recently Led Zepagain returned to
AXS-TV to perform the iconic Led Zeppelin
IV album in its entirety. Having
played around the world including Japan,
Russia, Germany, several South American
countries and throughout the country, the
group performs to packed houses.
More proof? Led Zepagain has well
over a million iTunes downloads to its
credit and the band’s version of “Kashmir”
is abolutely amazing. With vintage
equipment and costuming, this is the closest
you’ll get to seeing Led Zep live. Tickets
are $20-$40.
DESPERADO returns with its ulti-
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Big Bear Today May 2019—Page 9
Feed need for speed at Speedway
At age 15 AJ Wayne isn’t old enough
to drive but he’s already got a license. To
race, in fact, at Big Bear Speedway, where
he had the track’s second fastest time of
the day one Saturday, even as he counts
down days till he gets a learner’s permit.
Better yet, his clocking of 25.77 was
14th fastest of the month at Big Bear
Speedway, faster even than his dad Matt’s
time of 26.02. Truly a quarter-second
makes all the difference in the world when
you’re racing against the clock!
The Valencia residents had an advantage:
both are avid kart racers already, frequenting
indoor tracks for years. Their experience
was evident as each whipped
through hairpin turns and shot down the
back straightaway. As fast as the Waynes
were driving, they were still a full second
off the track’s fastest recorded time, 24.80.
More typical race times are in the 30-40
second range or even more, with only the
fastest breaking the 30 second mark.
“The key is to slow down into the corners
and then accelerate out of them,” Matt
said. “At times my wheels were drifting
around the corner instead of making good
contact,” AJ added. “That’s the fun part but
it’s not ideal for the fastest times.”
Feed your need for speed at Big Bear
Speedway, as racers negotiate high-tech
Sodi Karts around a one-fifth mile Grand
Prix-style track. Tires squealing in the
turns, engines roaring, push the karts to the
limit in a real Go-Pro experience while
hitting speeds up to 30 mph. Tecpro barri-
Hit speeds up to 30 mph on the Grand Prix-style track at Big Bear Speedway
ers used in Formula 1 and circuits around
the world line the track to make the experience
even more authentic.
These aren’t your parent’s go-karts
from yesteryear; Sodi’s RT8 is a fully featured
vehicle with self-adjusting hydraulic
brakes and vacuum fuel pumps that
come straight from the automotive industry.
The karts handle like race cars and the
Honda Whisper Motors generate amazing
power, enough for cars to lay rubber
through turns though virtually impossible
to roll.
Nereyda Bernal of Los Angeles on the
other hand wasn’t trying to set any records.
She was riding in one of Big Bear
Speedway’s double karts with dual steering
wheels with nine-year-old son Julio and
she let him handle most of the navigation.
“Driving double allowed him to get
experience,” she said. “So I mostly just
pressed the gas pedal. He kept saying faster
and I was already freaking out! This was
my first time racing a kart.”
The racing experience at Big Bear’s
fastest attraction begins in the base lodge
where first time guests view a two-and-ahalf
minute safety video. Then they’re issued
Big Bear Speedway licenses—complete
with picture—good for one year and
assigned a heat number.
After donning head socks and helmets
adorned with visors and last minute instructions,
the pit crew waves drivers onto the
track in staggered starts, no more than 11
cars per heat. First lap is not timed so racers
can get a feel for the car and track. Timing
starts with the second lap and drivers
get about seven to nine laps or more depending
on how fast they go. At the end of
the heat drivers are waved in to the pit area
where they get a printout of their time and
the six fastest times in the heat.
The leader in karting, Sodi Karts balance
speed and safety with four point seat
belts and Extra Enhanced remote controls
so the pit crew can shut down or throttle
back any or all karts at any time for safety.
Sodi RT8 sports design elegance and fully
adjustable pedals to serve up the ultimate
race experience. Big Bear Speedway has
17 single karts and six doubles which have
two steering wheels and two brake pedals
for training or parent riding with a child.
Times are posted for all to see plus there’s
family priced snack bar and video games.
Big Bear Speedway membership is
$20 (double kart $25) which includes license
valid for one year, one race and mandatory
head sock worn under the helmet.
Subsequent visits cost $15 per race or buy
credits in advance which are stored on your
license for a year and save up to 30%.
Big Bear Speedway is open Saturdays
and Sundays 10 a.m.-5 p.m., till 9 p.m. May
25-26. Open Memorial Day 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Daily operations begin June 8. Also look
for the new two-story ropes course opening
this summer.
Big Bear Speedway is in the parking
lot at Snow Play (42825 Big Bear Blvd.)
Call (909) 585-0075.
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Sip, shop, stroll during Wine Walk
Shop, stroll and sip during the annual
Summer Wine Walk through Big Bear
Lake Village on Saturday, June 8.
Enjoy fine wines and even beers from
around the world. There’s music and hors
d’oeuvres to go along with the sipping and
shopping, plus lake and mountain views.
Dozens of businesses in the unique
shopping district participate in the Wine
Walk, held from 3:30-7 p.m. Contributing
restaurants include Sonora Cantina, Captains
Anchorage, Sugar Pine Bake Shop,
Stillwells, Azteca Grill and historic
Knickerbocker Mansion Bistro.
Guest check-in begins at 2:30 p.m. on
the corner of Pine Knot Ave. and Village
The influx of all the fresh water into
the lake, which has come up over 10 feet
since last fall, is going to make for an incredible
season on the water.
In fact over 17,000 acre feet of water
has brought the lake level up substantially,
at press time only around 9 feet down. With
each acre foot measuring 325,851 gallons,
that’s a lot of fresh water that came in, giving
the lake a nice refreshing spritz.
Certainly rainbow trout seem to like
it; early season fishing has been outstanding
with lots of holdovers taken. Find out
for yourself during the Ultimate Trout
Derby on May 18-19 out of Holloway’s
Marina, with cash prizes for the five largest
trout each day. Fishing begins at 6:30
a.m. daily with trout weighed by 2:30 p.m.
Saturday, 12:30 p.m. Sunday. Awards and
prize ceremony immediately follows.
One trout per person can be weighed
each day and there’s a great raffle too with
fishing trips, restaurant gift certificates,
lodging stays and much more. Tickets are
$1 each and can be purchased online or at
the tournament.
Adult entry is $30, youth 17 and under
$20 with $10 from every entry going
toward purchasing trout for the lake.
Preceding Friday on May 17, Big Bear
Fishing Association holds its Youth Fishing
Club booth from 3-7 p.m. Youngsters
and anyone else interested in learning to
fish get hands-on help from members on
equipment, casting and other topics.
It’s all part of Big Bear Fishing
Association’s mission to spread the joy of
the sport by raising money for trout plants,
promoting the outdoors and education for
Dr. Walkers receive a map of participating
businesses, commemorative wine glass, 12
tasting tickets and a wristband. Regular
tickets are $35 if purchased before May
28, $45 after if any are available—the
event usually sells out.
Just five bucks buys Dial-A-Ride
roundtrip transportation. Food only tickets
are $20. Following the Wine Walk
there’s drawings for raffle prizes.
Participants must be at least 21 years
old. A portion of the proceeds goes to Bear
Valley Education Trust. Purchase tickets
at the UPS Store and Visitors Center or visit
villagewinewalk.com. New early check-in
at 11 a.m. at Pine Knot and Village Dr.
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Fishing’s great, as the Huynh family found with Cantrell Guide Service in April
adults and youth alike. Join the Association
for just $30 and get a host of benefits
including monthly emails of results, local
fishing news and photos, and 30 raffle tickets.
There’s also sponsorships for businesses
as well.
Book lodging, boat rentals, Dynasty
restaurant dining and more directly online
at book.bigbearfishingassociation.org instead
of third-party sites and a portion of
the proceeds goes to stocking the lake.
With the rising lake level there’s debris
around the lake that needs to be addressed,
and the Adopt-A-Shoreline program
does just that. The season kickoff is
on May 18 at 9 a.m. at Municipal Water
District offices (40524 Lakeview Dr.) as
groups and individuals sign on to maintain
sections of shoreline. MWD provides
trash bags, grabbers and gloves and removes
bags of trash once they’re filled. All
participants get a free T-shirt and the satisfaction
that comes with keeping Big Bear
Lake beautiful. Call (909) 866-5796.
Museum...
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There’s an array of equipment around
the museum that came directly from local
mines, including ore carts and the remnants
of the famous seven-mile long wooden
Chinese water flume that ran across the
mountains. Talk about an engineering marvel—it
ran at just the precise angle for
water to flow mile after mile down and
across a mountain ridge, built with an estimated
quarter-million square nails!
Kids can also step into the authentic
schoolhouse and see what it would have
been like if they’d been born 150 years ago.
The museum’s display is a re-creation of
Anna Crain’s one-room schoolhouse in
Doble, one of the mining towns that sprung
up in Big Bear during the gold rush, where
she taught during the early 1900’s.
From tasting a historical drink—cold
sarsaparilla is available for purchase—to
seeing a cowboy chuckwagon and Native
American teepee and kiic, Big Bear Museum
is a trip back in time. With print shop,
dentist office and barbershop, the museum
at Big Bear City Park is really more of a
western town.
The museum is at 800-B Greenway
Dr. in Big Bear City, open Wednesdays,
Saturdays, Sundays and holiday Mondays
from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. beginning May 18.
$5, 14 and under free. (909) 585-8100.

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Mud, obstacles task Spartan `Beasts’
T
housands of elite athletes will again
converge on Snow Summit for two
days of intense competition as
Spartan SoCal Beast & Sprint Series returns
May 18-19
The event is again a U.S. National Series
event with thousands of dollars in cash
prizes so the best of the best will be here
to tackle two challenging courses, designed
to test even top trained athletes. The competition
is worthy of the namesake Greek
city-state warriors for which the event is
named with courses designed to test even
the best trained athletes, as waves of 250
entrants heading out every 15 minutes for
a steady stream of action. There’s lots of
fun activities for spectators as well, making
for a great event that will be streamed
live on social media.
On Saturday it’s the Spartan Beast, the
most difficult race with 12-14 miles of dis-
tance and more than 30 signature Spartan
obstacles to overcome. The obstacles are
noteworthy in themselves—massive ladders,
wall climbs, mud and more. Racers
have to climb up the ski runs, under barbed
wire, even cross fire.
On Sunday it’s the Spartan Sprint, designed
for first timers to seasoned veterans.
The 3-5 mile course still packs over
20 obstacles. Both days see Spartan kids
races with half-mile, one and two mile
courses and scaled down obstacles. Along
with their own mini festival area filled with
games and children’s challenges.
At the base area there’s finish festival
with lifestyle exhibits, vendors, music,
food and more. Spectating is $20 online in
advance or $25 on site (children 13 and
under free) and includes $5 in Spartan
bucks redeemable at the merchandise tent,
entry, and access to some of the obstacles
on course, including
the
epic Gladiator
pit and
finish line.
Test your
own physical
conditioning
at the event
with fitness
challenges
like pull-ups,
slosh pipe,
Kaiser and
traverse wall.
Spartans face obstacles like walls, barbed wire, and other
obstacles that test their physical limits
At the post race party there’s music, food
and beer.
For a $15 add-on to the price of the
spectator ticket enjoy a wide range of Snow
Summit Basecamp activities including unlimited
use of the Scenic Sky Chair, zip
line, climbing wall, Eurobungy and Quick
Jump. Savor delicious barbecue lunch at
Big Horn Smokehouse, check out 20 activation
booths for swag and branded gear,
and then enjoy jam session on the DJ stage.
Get inspired for the competition at the
Spartan open house the day before on Friday,
May 17 at Snow Summit. Meet Spartan
competitors from 4-6 p.m. while soaking
up the music and pre-race vibe in the
festival area. Racers meanwhile can practice
on the obstacles or join a guided tour
of the features with an SGX certified coach.
Open house admission is free and open to
the public. Then stick around for the Spartan
Race athlete dinner and concert at 6
p.m. at Snow Summit’s Marketplace.
Call (800) 4 BIG BEAR.

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Work or run on June 1 Trails Day
Celebrate National Trails Day June 1
locally by working in the forest or going
on your choice of four lengthy runs.
Kodiak Ultra Marathons is teaming
with Southern California Mountains Foundation
to present a fun-filled day of running,
hiking and trail maintenance at Aspen
Glen (40101 Mill Creek Rd.). The finish
line festival is the reward at the end
Cave concerts...
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mate tribute to The Eagles on May 25. Five
talented lead vocalists and instrumentalists
have honed their musical skills in a variety
of professional projects and then focused
their efforts on the music of one of
the most popular bands of the 70’s. It’s an
all-live presentation with no backing tracks
or samples of any kind.
Desperado members have worked
with Eagles Don Felder, J.D. Souther and
Timothy B. Schmit so they have a head
start on the music. Not that they need it;
members have traveled the world performing
with the Beach Boys, Dick Dale, David
Ruffin of the Temptations, Sam Moore of
Sam & Dave and others.
None of which is news to people who
have seen Desperado at Big Bear shows
or on Fremont Street Experience, Spotlight
29 Casino, and t performances throughout
the Southwest. Tickets $15, $20 and $30.
All shows start at 7:30 p.m.
The Cave; 40789 Village Dr. (909)
878-0204 or thecavebigbear.com.
who work or run with food, free beer and
music plus raffles donated by big-name
sponsors.
Trail work begins at 9 a.m. as volunteers
head up the trail in small groups to
smooth ruts, maintain switchbacks and
build water diversions. Get down and dirty
giving the trail love till around noon before
descending to the picnic area for the
festivities. All workers get a Trails Day
swag item, free lunch and beer plus raffle
ticket. All tools are provided but bring outdoor
basics like closed-toed shoes or boots,
long pants, water, gloves etc.
Trail Run features four distances with
5K run or hike at 8 a.m. The 50K takes off
two hours earlier at 6 a.m. followed a halfhour
later by marathon runners and the
half-marathon at 7. Trail run registration
includes T-shirt, finish medal, food and
beer, and aid station support on timed and
marked course.
The work complements ongoing
maintenance and trail-building efforts in
Big Bear and is part of a national program
that seeks to improve 2,802 miles of paths
on National Trails Day—the distance
across America. American Hiking Society
has sponsored National Trails Day since
1993 as an opportunity for outdoors lovers
to give back to America’s 200,000 miles
of trails.
Registration is required for both trail
maintenance (free) and the trail run/hike,
which is a fundraiser for Mountains Foundation.
Visit TrailsFoundation.org.
Free bird walks and talks are on tap
led by Chirp Nature Center in the Village
from May through October.
Join Chirp for education bird watching
walks exploring birding hot spots
throughout Big Bear Valley and the National
Forest. The walks provide
birdwatchers at all experience levels an
opportunity to observe and identify local
Big Bear birds and learn good viewing locations.
Experienced birders can practice
identification skills and share with fellow
nature enthusiasts.
Bird walks are on the first Saturday
of each month including May 4. Walks
leave Chirp at 8 a.m. sharp and last around
an hour-and-a-half with moderate walking
Big Bear Today
Two bald eagle eggs hatched in April; follow the birds progress live on the webcam
at www.FriendsofBigBearValley.org
Free bird walks, programs at Chirp
or hiking. Complimentary refreshments
follows at Chirp with questions and answers.
Bird Talks meanwhile are on the third
Saturday each month featuring special
guest speakers. Each free hour-long presentation
highlights a particular naturethemed
topic with expert insights from
noteworthy authors, scientists and naturalists.
Talks are at 4 p.m. with eagles the subject
on May 18. Free refreshments too.
Future talks include the Wonders of
Worldwide Birding on June 15 and Batty
for Bats on July 20. Flying squirrels and
owls and ravens are other topics.
Chirp Nature Center is at 40850 Village
Dr. Call (888) 412-4477.

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BBHS Performing Arts at the
PAC 7 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 2 p.m.
matinees Sat. and Sun. $10, $5
student/senior. 866-4970.
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X makes its first visit to The
Cave 7:30 p.m. Tickets $35.
878-0204.
4
MS Walk is on Alpine Pedal Path
with music, kids zone to raise
money to fight multiple sclerosis.
Registration 8:30 a.m.,
opening ceremonies 10 a.m.,
walk at 10:30. (909) 949-1363.
4
Anuhea makes her first visit to
The Cave 7:30 p.m. bringing
the music of the Islands. Tickets
$20-$40. 878-0204.
9
Historical Society Meeting 7
p.m. at Discovery Center; Richard
Graham presents “Theater
of the Stars.” Free, drawing,
refreshments follow. 866-3437.
11
International Migratory Bird Day
at Discovery Center 10 a.m.-2
p.m. with bird watching, kids
activities. Build a Birdhouse 10
a.m.-noon. $6/kit. 866-3437.
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Baldwin Lake Ecological Reserve
visitor center open 10 a.m.-2
p.m., guided wildflower hikes at
11:30 a.m. led by Forest Service
botanists. Free. 866-3437.
11
T.S.O.L. makes its first visit to
The Cave 7:30 p.m. Tickets
$15. 878-0204.
12
Mother’s Day Brunch at Wyatt’s
9 a.m.-2 p.m.; omelette and
bloody Mary bar, kids area, entertainment.
585-3000.
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$1 Tacos With a Purpose Historical
Society fundraiser and
drawing noon-8:30 p.m. at
Sonora Cantina (41144 Big Bear
Blvd.) 866-8202.
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Led Zepagain tribute to Led Zeppelin
at The Cave 7:30 p.m.
Tickets $20-$40. 878-0204.
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Spartan Races SoCal Beast &
Sprint Series sees elite athletes
competing at Snow Summit,
base area activities. Spectating
$20. 866-5766.
18-19
Ultimate Big Trout Derby at the
Pines (360 Alden Rd.) 6:30 a.m.-
2:30 Sat, 6:30-12:30 Sun.
Signups, Youth Fish Club Booth
precedes Friday 3-7 p.m.
bigbearfishingassociation.com
24-27
Summer Opening Weekend at
Snow Summit for bike park, base
camp with live music, free activities,
more. 866-5766.
25
Memorial Day at the Discovery
Center: Build a Birdhouse 9:30-
10:30 a.m., $6/kit. Free nature
walks, gold panning for kids 10
a.m.-noon, $3. 866-3437.
25
Baldwin Lake Ecological Reserve
visitor center open 10 a.m.-2
p.m., guided wildflower hikes at
11:30 a.m. led by Forest Service
botanists. Free. 866-3437.
25
Desperado tribute to the Eagles
at The Cave 7:30 p.m. Tickets
$15-$30. 878-0204.
25
Movies in the Meadow at Snow
Summit base area courtyard 8
p.m., “Turbo.” Free. 866-5766.
25-26
“Grill and Chill” KCBS State BBQ
Championships at Bartlett 11
a.m.-5 p.m. with music, craft
beer. Free. 866-6190
25-26
2nd Annual Maifest at Wyatt’s
with German contests, beer,
food, music by The Express. $8,
senior $7, kids free. 585-3000.
25-27
Art on the Corner 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
(Pine Knot/Village Dr.) with a
variety of mediums, music, beer,
wine. Free. 585-2868.
26
Antique Car Club Show and pinewood
derby at Big Bear Snow
Play (42825 Big Bear Blvd.) 8
a.m.-2 p.m. Free. 584-4333.
27
Memorial Day Service at
Veteran’s Park at 10 a.m. with
color detail, music, wreath presentation.
866-4607.
June
1
Trails Day Work & Run at Aspen
Glen a.m.-3 p.m. with trail maintenance,
four runs, finish festival.
Register trailsfoundation.org
1-2
Team Big Bear Mountain Bike
Shootout #1 mountain bike racing
at Snow Summit. 633-6729.
8
Summer Wine Walk in the Village
3:30-7 p.m. $35 till May
28, then $45, food only $20.
878-8044.
8-9
“Fishin’ for $50K” with cash
prizes for tagged trout, raffles.
$70 entry, 50% off for those
staying over night or renting pontoon
boat. (800) 4-BIG BEAR
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Recreation
Guide
Action Tours
Zip through the trees on nine ziplines.
Segway along Village streets, discovering
Big Bear history at the same time on a most
unique tour and ride. ( 909) 866-0390 or
(909) 866-0830.
Alpine Slide
Shoot down a tobogan-style ride at Magic
Mountain, as a hand lever allows you to
control the speed. After an exhilerating
run, ride the chairlift back to the top for
more fun. $6/ride, 5-ride books $25. Miniature
golf, Go-Karts, family-priced snack
bar, video games. Open weekends till June
8, then daily. Big Bear Blvd., 1/4 mile west
of the Village. 866-4626.
Big Bear Speedway
Soki Kart racing comes to Big Bear with
timed heats and authentic track experience.
Reach speeds up to 30 mph while
negotiating hairpin turns and straightaways
on the Grand Prix-style course. Double
Karts allow younger riders to go to. $20 on
first visit includes license valid one year,
head sock and race ($25 double Kart). Base
lodge with snack bar. At Big Bear Snow
Play next to Motel 6. (909) 585-0075.
Bingo
The Elks Lodge hosts stirring Bingo games
each Friday night at 7 p.m. All are welcome
909.878.4FUN
at North Shore Landing
& Holloway’s Marina
Pirate Ship Lake Tours Aboard ‘Time Bandit’
Narrated lake tours aboard
1/3 replica of a Spanish galleon
seen in the movie ‘Time Bandits’
• Pirate Booty for the Kids
• Cocktails for Adults • Sunset Tours
THE ALMANAC
ages 18 and over. 40611 Big Bear Blvd.
west of the Village, across from Lakeview.
(909) 866-3557.
Boat Rentals
Sailboats, pontoon boats, speed and fishing
boats plus paddleboards and canoes are
available for rental from the lake’s marinas.
Big Bear Marina (866-3218),
Holloway’s Marina (866-5706), North
Shore Landing (878-4FUN) Pine
KnotMarina (478-2500), Captain John’s
Marina (866-6478).
Boat Tours
“Big Bear Queen” sails daily from Big
Bear Marina including the lake’s most guaranteed
daily tours and its most experienced
captain, Chris Bellows. 2 p.m. tour goes
out regardless of passenger count every
day and Saturday noon and 4 p.m., Sunday
at noon are guaranteed too. Adults $22,
seniors/military $20, 12 and under $15, 3
and under free. Saturday Sunset cruises
from July 6 through August 31, light hors
d’oeuvres provided and bring your favorite
beverage, $25. (909) 866-3218.
Pirate Ship Lake Tours aboard newly
refurbished “Time Bandit,” a one-third
scale replica of a 1600’s galleon that appeared
in the movie of the same name, sail
daily from Holloway’s Marina...complete
with canon fire! Full bar with beer, wine
and cocktails. $22, senior $20, $16 under
12 (2 and under free). (909) 878-4040.
“Miss Liberty” paddlewheeler with enclosed,
heated deck and snack bar, leaves
Pine Knot Landing for scenic tours of Big
Bear Lake. View the homes of celebrities,
• Waverunners • Jet Skis
• Sea Doos! • Kayaks, SUP
• Wakeboard/Water Ski Rides
• Poontoon Boats
and Fishing Boats!
www.HollowaysMarina.com or www.BigBearBoating.com
COZY CHALETS WITH FIREPLACES & GREAT VIEWS...
LOCATED AT SNOW SUMMIT'S BASE AREA...
JUST STEPS TO THE SKI LIFTS!
Also Available
Lakeside RV Park
with
Full Hookups!
Remodeled Bathrooms and Store
www.800BigBear.com
Big Bear Today
Recreation • Dining • Nightlife • And More
Road Conditions: (800) 427-ROAD quickmap.dot.ca.gov
Tour the lake aboard paddlewheeler Miss Liberty, sailing daily out of Pine Knot
Marina. Call (909) 866-8129.
solar observatory, and much more. $23,
$20 senior/military, $14 ages 3-12, four
and under free. (909) 866-8129.
Captain John’s Lake Cruise is a more
intimate cruise aboard eco-friendly
Duffield Whisper Drive electric boat
“Serena” or “Rose Bud” once owned by
Shirley Jones and Marty Ingels. Sail with
Captain John and learn about the lake including
intimate knowledge of the China
House and bald eagles. Fridays, Saturdays
and Sundays at noon, 2 and 4 p.m. $20, 12
and under $12. (909) 866-6478.
Bowling
The Bowling Barn offers new lanes with
automated scoring for bowling enjoyment.
Also arcade games and full-service cocktail
lounge with pool. Glow Bowling after
dark with black lights, sounds. Bowl 3
games for the price of 2 with coupon in this
issue. Open daily. 40625 Big Bear Blvd.
(enter on Bonanza).(909) 878-BOWL.
Fishing
Catch some fun with Big Bear Charter
Fishing on a 22' fully loaded, super comfortable
boat with afriendly, expert guide
Aaron Armstrong. Open or private charters
for individuals or groups of all ages.
All gear provided—rods, reels, bait, lures,
drinks and snacks. Bass fishing too aboard
a Ranger Comanche. At Holloway’s Marina;
(909) 866-2240.
Cantrell Guide Service at Pine Knot Landing
is the lake’s longest running guide
service since 1991. Troll for trout around
the lake’s 23 miles of shoreline aboard 24'
pontoon boat with 18 ‘ roof and enclosure
to protect against cold and wind. Professional
licensed guides John Cantrell and
Cliff Fowler (“Fowler’s Fish Tales”) have
80 years experience. (909) 585-4017.
Gold Rush Mining Adv.
The adventures are real and so are the
treasures! Pan for gemstones and fossils
millions of years old in the working sluice
with water wheel, crack geodes to reveal
prescious stones within, find real pearls in
oysters and unearth dinosaur bones and
poop. Emporium with mining and dinosaur
theme gifts plus old fashioned fudge,
candy, sarsaparilla and more. 50016 Big
Bear Blvd. (909) 866-5678.
Golf
High altitude enhances any game at the
Bear Mountain Golf Course. A nine-hole
(par 35) 2,730-yard course, each round is
accompanied by clear air and spectacular
mountain views. The full-service 4,000 sq.
ft. clubhouse and pro shop with putting
green, cart and club rentals, restaurant,
lounge, and deck overlooking the course.
Driving range too. Across from the ski
resort on Moonridge Rd. (909) 585-8002.
Helicopter Tours
See Big Bear from above during new aerial
tours by Helicopter Big Bear. See the lake,
ski resorts, desert and surrounding moun-
Continued on page 15
Catch Rainbow Trout...See Bald Eagles!
Cantrell Guide Service
Big Bear Lake's Longest Running Guide Service
Thousands Caught Since 1991!
Comfortable 24 foot pontoon boat...
only guide boat on the lake with
18 foot roof and full enclosure!
Professional licensed guides John Cantrell
and Cliff Fowler ("Fowler's Fish Tales")
have over 80 years combined experience
fishing Big Bear Lake!
Private Tours / Only your party
Sunset Tour - No Fishing Happy Hour (BYOB)
All Equipment
Provided!
Below the Village (909) 585-4017 or (909) 239-7867
www.bigbearfishing.net
Pine Knot Marina • 400 Pine Knot Ave. • Big Bear Lake, CA

Big Bear Today May 2019—Page 15
tains aboard a climate-controlled Robinson gain, located on the north shore near Cougar
R44 helicopter with pilot Roy Harding at Crest. Free trail maps (available at the
trailhead or Discovery Center) identify
the controls, departing daily out of Big
markers along the route noting local
Bear Airport. The helicopter seats up to
vegetation, wildlife areas, etc.
four, pilot plus three passengers. (909)
Pacific Crest Trail comes through Big
585-1200.
Bear from Onyx Summit through the East
Hiking
Valley to Hwy. 18 and then past Holcomb
There’s dozens of trails and natural areas to Valley Rd. and Cougar Crest through
enjoy the rugged beauty of the San Holcomb Valley before continuing its 2,638
Bernardino National Forest. From easy mile journey from Mexico to Canada. Call
strolls along the lake to stenuous climbs the Discovery Center to find out where to
into the mountains, there are trails for all catch this famous international trail.
abilities, including families, within a short Pine Knot Trail from Aspen Glen picnic
drive of Big Bear. For information on all area climbs the southern ridge above Alpine
trails in the Valley and the required Slide three miles (each way) to Skyline Dr.
Adventure Pass, visit the Discovery Center 2N10, through lush meadow and stands of
on North Shore Dr., about two miles west white fir and Jeffrey Pine. Continue another
of Stanfield Cutoff. 866-3437.
1/4 mile to Grand View Point for spectacular
Alpine Pedal Path is a very easy 3.5 mile 180-degree vistas.
(each way) paved trek following the lake
Play in the spray on a waverunner from
Holcomb Valley
on the north shore. Popular with hikers,
Get Wet Water Sports Center--wet suits
At one time, Big Bear Valley was thriving
bikers, skaters, strollers and wheelchairs
included! (909) 878-4FUN.
gold country. The last remaining signs of
as it passes Carol Morrison East Boat
this historic chapter in Big Bear history are
Launch, Discovery Center, Serrano
featured in a driving tour through what is
campground, Solar Observatory and more.
known as Holcomb Valley. Totaling 11.6
Castle Rock Trail is a short but strenuous miles over a dirt road, the tour offers stops
hike, that ends with a panoramic view of at Two Gun Bill’s Saloon, Hangman’s
Big Bear Lake. Legend has it that a beautiful Tree, Pigmy Cabin, Metzger Mine, and
Indian maiden, jilted by her lover, took her more. Free maps available at the Big Bear
life by leaping from this towering 100 ft. Discovery Center on the North Shore—
monolith. It’s reached after a mostly uphill, call 866-3437. Allow three hours.
.8 mile walk past a stream and featuring
beautiful views. Located on Hwy. 18 Horseback Riding
between Boulder Bay and the dam; park on Baldwin Lake Stable is open year-round
the lake side of the road.
for horseback riding. Rates are by the hour,
Cougar Crest Trail is moderate two-mile offering one, two, three and four-hour rides
(each way) hike. As it winds above the with longer rides heading along the famous
lake’s north shore, it offers up great views Pacific Crest Trail plus sunset rides. A
of water and the surrounding mountains. variety of spectacular mountain trails with
Trailhead is on North Shore Dr. about two horses for all riding abilities. For little
miles west of Stanfield Cutoff, .6 mile buckeroos there’s hand-led pony rides and
from the Discovery Center where you can petting zoo. Reservations suggested for all
park without an Adventure Pass. rides. Big Bear Blvd. east to stop sign at
Woodland Interpretive Trail is a short,
Hwy. 38, go through intersection, veer left
scenic family stroll with minimal elevation
on Shay Rd. to 46475 Pioneertown Rd.,
Big Bear City. (909) 585-6482.
After Dark...
Big Bear’s Nightlife & Entertainment Guide
ALLEY OOPS SPORTS BAR—Family Karaoke each Saturday night at 8 p.m. Glow
Bowling at 8:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 7 p.m. Friday, 2 p.m. Sat. and Sun.
Watch the big game on big screen TVs, open to all ages. Happy Hour Monday-
Friday 5:30-7 p.m. with 50¢ off all bar drinks (except draft), $1 hot dogs. Bowl
3 games for the price of 2 with coupon in this issue. Inside the Bowling Barn at
40625 Big Bear Blvd. Call 878-BOWL.
AV NIGHTCLUB—DJ every night at 9 p.m. Happy hour daily till 6 p.m. with $1
beers. 664 Pine Knot. (909) 866-7377.
BARNSTORM RESTAURANT—Live music Saturdays during dinner with Duke
Michaels and Peggy Baldwin April 6, 13 and 20, Art Harriman April 27. 501 W.
Valley Blvd. at the airport. (909) 585-9339.
BIG BEAR MOUNTAIN BREWERY— Craft microbrew beers, food in a cozy
atmosphere. Wear your gear, 75¢ off your beer. 40260 Big Bear Blvd. 866-BEER.
NOTTINGHAMS TAVERN— 40797 Big Bear Blvd. near Bartlett. 866-4644.
THE CAVE BIG BEAR—Your favorite artists up close and personal! See national
performers, top tribute bands and more in Big Bear’s hot new intimate concert
venue. Good food and full cocktail service including craft beers from Big Bear Lake
Brewing Co. (909) 878-0204.
THELODGE AT BIG BEAR LAKE—Fridays and Saturdays see singer Nikki Sparks
in Stillwells lounge 5-8 p.m. followed by Johnny Jukebox 8-10. 30650 Village Dr.
(909) 866-3121.
THE PINES LAKEFRONT—Pianist Mike Cross and Bass Mark Cade live Thursdays
5:30-8:30 p.m., Sundays 4-7 p.m. 350 Alden Rd. (909) 866--5400.
WYATT’S CAFE & SALOON—Open 4 p.m. Wednesdays for country dancing with
DJ, Fridays and Saturdays with live bands. Mary 3-4: Southern Spirit, Born
Country. . May 10-11: Solo Flight West, Terry McRaven Band. May 17-18: Tessie
and the Calico Cats, Street Music. May 24-25: Southbound, Street Music. Great
grub and drinks, family-friendly. Convention Center, Big Bear Blvd. at Division.
(909) 585-3000.
Jet Skis/Waverunners
Jet skis and two, three and four seater
Waverunners from Get Wet Water Sports
Center at North Shore Landing (878-
4FUN), and Holloway’s Marina (866-
5706) are $85-$140 per hour. Big Bear
Marina (866-3218) has new Yamaha threeseaters
for $125/hour, gas included. Pine
Knot Landing has three-person
waverunners available at $109. 478-4377.
Miniature Golf/Go Karts
Putt ‘N Around, located at the Alpine Slide
at Magic Mountain, features a landscaped
18-hole miniature golf course complete
with water hazards and breaking greens.
Then there’s an oval-shaped go-kart track
with high-banked turns, which nine Can
Am racers—including four two-seaters—
with Honda 5.5 horsepowers engines and
an array of safety features zip around.
Open till 9 p.m. daily. 866-4626.
Museum
An authentic, restored log cabins, gold
mining artifacts, rebuilt stamp mill, cattle
ranching and logging memorabilia,
information on native animals, birds and
reptiles, and much more are found at the
Eleanor Abbott Big Bear Museum. Open
Saturdays, Sundays, Wednesdays and
holiday Mondays from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
beginning May 18. 800 Greenway just off
the boulevard at Big Bear City Park. $5, 14
and under free. (909) 585-8100.
Scenic Sky Chair
Ride Snow Summit’s Scenic Sky Chair to
the top for incredible views of the Valley,
lake, Mt. San Gorgonio, and more. Enjoy
barbecued food, beer and wine at the View
Haus on top, which has a terrific sundeck,
while taking in spectacular views that can
stretch to the Basin. Hike down or ride the
chair back. Roundtrip ride (no bike) $24,
$19 senior/youth (save 20% with 72 hour
advance online or phone purchase). Open
Friday, Saturday, Sunday through June
14, then daily through September 2. (909)
866-5766.
Soaring Eagle
Zip 500' downhill on the new Soaring
Eagle attraction at Alpine Slide, only one
of its kind in California. Reach speeds up to
26 mph during the dramatic downhill
descent—only after riding backwards to
the top! Up to two can ride at one time.
Open daily. On the boulevard 1/4 mile
west of the Village. (909) 866-4626.
Wakeboard/Water Ski
Get Wet Water Sports Center offers
water ski and wakeboard rides from North
Shore Landing, Holloway’s Marina and
Big Bear Marina. $195/hour ($360 for 2
hours) includes equipment, boat and
lessons, if desired. Group rates. Call 878-
4FUN.
Water Slide
The Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain is
home to two side-by-side water slide flumes
that take riders through a maze of banked
turns and wild, wet action. At the bottom,
each track dumps into a heated pool. Allday
passes $15, single rides $2, 10-ride
books $10. Open Memorial weekend then
weekends only till June 8, then daily. 1/4
mile west of the Village on Big Bear Blvd.
(909) 866-4626.
Zoo
Grizzly and black bears, bobcats, coyotes,
mountain lions, deer, eagles, and other
animals are at Big Bear Alpine Zoo, many
of which are native to the San Bernardino
Mtns. Open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays, 10-
5 Saturday and Sunday with daily animal
presentations at noon and weekend 3 p.m.
“feeding frenzy” tours. Moonridge Rd. to
Clubview, veer right to Bear Mountain,
and turn left to the zoo. $12 adults, $9 ages
over 60 and children 3-10, under two free.
(909) 584-1299.
HORSEBACK RIDING
Baldwin Lake Stables
Pony Rides & Petting Zoo
909-585-6482 • Big Bear City
Big Bear Blvd. east through stop sign at Hwy. 38,
veer left on Shay Rd. and follow the signs
46475 Pioneertown Rd.
www.baldwinlakestables.com
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Open Year Round•Rates by the Hour
1, 2, 3 & 4 Hour Rides•Reservations Suggested
Specialty Rides
•Majestic Sunset Ride
•1/2 Day Ride along the
famous Pacific Crest Trail
Please Make Reservations
for Specialty Rides
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THE BACK PAGE
Bird Day, summer programs at DC
emorial Day weekend sees the
official kickoff of the summer
season at Big Bear Discovery MCenter, but there’s plenty going on before
the holiday too.
It all adds up to a busy month at Discovery
Center, Big Bear’s recreation destination
and the place to find everything
from local hiking information and maps to
Wilderness permits and Adventure Passes.
While the lake has risen ten feet since last
fall, the fate of popular canoe and kayak
tours remains in doubt for this season because
of budget and staff cuts.
Every Saturday from 1 and 2 p.m., and
Sunday at 11 a.m. and noon, there’s free
Nature Walks around Discovery Center’s
forested grounds with a naturalist, 30-
minute adventures perfect for the family.
Saturdays also see free Nature Crafts
Kids love the Nature Zone at Discovery Center
projects at 10:30 a.m. for ages 5 and up.
To view wildflowers that grow in Big
Bear and nowhere else in the world, head
east from Discovery Center along the north
shore to Baldwin Lake Ecological Reserve.
Hike the easy half-mile interpretive
loop exploring rare pebble Plain anytime—
pick up a free map at Discovery Center.
Or visit select Saturdays 1including
May 11 and 25 when the reserve is staffed
by volunteers from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. thanks
to a partnership between San Bernardino
National Forest Association and Fish and
Game Dept. Naturalists lead free guided
hikes through the reserve on those dates at
11:30 a.m.
Children experience the forest firsthand
in an outdoor “classroom” just for
them at Discovery Center. Ages 2-7 delight
in the Nature Discovery Zone—first one
in the National Forest system—which
combines education
and unstructured play
areas just for youngsters.
Nine interactive areas
encourage outdoor exploration
and even children older
than the recommended age
group enjoy the activities.
The areas let kids climb and
crawl, build and dig, gather
and enjoy quiet time, plus
there’s Pollinator Pathway,
Messy Materials and Music
Big Bear Today
Discover Pebble Plain on your own or during guided tours on May 11 and 25
and Movement. In addition a half-mile interpretive
loop adjacent to Nature Discovery
Zone has been built, stroller-friendly
for a forest walk the whole family enjoys.
Discovery Center celebrates International
Migratory Bird Day Saturday, May
11 with an array of bird-related activities
for the whole family. Build your own welldesigned
bird house from 10 a.m.-noon for
$6 per kit, a fun activity for the entire family
sponsored by Butcher’s Block. Build a
Birdhouse is also on May 25.
Evening Programs featuring forest
information return Fridays and Saturdays
at 8 p.m. starting May 24-25. There’s
campfire programs, singalongs, ranger
talks and more during the hour-long sessions
under the stars, sponsored by California
Land Management. Suggested donation
$5.
The holiday weekend is when summer
really takes off at Discovery Center.
Family activities include Gold Panning
for youngsters from 10 a.m.-noon. The
“gold” that fills their pans is just pyrite,
but kids love to swirl sand and water just
like miners did 150 years ago in Holcomb
Valley. Kids take their findings home with
them along with an informational handout,
included in the $3 fee.
“Music in the Mountains” summer
outdoor concert series returns for its 14th
season with five events scheduled for July
6 and 20 plus August 3, 17 and 31.
Discovery Center is also a great place
to catch Cougar Crest Trail; no Adventure
Pass is required to park there and a short
half-mile connector path is a nice forest
walk. Call Big Bear Discovery Center
(909) 866-3437.
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