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Ron's Blog - Wednesday, March 3, 2010

"Whats new in Big Bear"

This year, 2010, on May 21st one of the biggest events to come to Big Bear Valley is the AMGEN Big Bear Bike Tour, Americas version of The Tour De France Bike Race. Would you believe the finish line is right here at the Snow Summit parking lot.

Although 2-3 million spectators will line the 750 mile race starting in Nevada City California the Big Bear organizing committee is expecting upward of 50,000 people to attend the finish which covers much of the valley floor right around the lake.

If you want more information you can find it on our website at http://roundtownwithron.com/AMGEN.html

See you there!

Ron's Blog - Monday, March 8, 2010

What to do in Big Bear?

Big Bear Lake has long been considered a vacation gem for Southern Californians - a four season resort high in the mountains that is just an hour's drive from the desert of Palm Springs or a two hour drive from anywhere in Southern California. The area has thick forests making it feel like areas near Lake Tahoe. But Southern California weather with over 300 days of sunshine keeps the skies over Big Bear blue most of the year - one reason that the film and television industry has used this resort area as a location backdrop for many famous productions.

The activities in and near Big Bear are limitless - if it has to do with outdoor recreation, you can probably do it at Big Bear Lake. Hiking trails are located in different locations around the lake, and bicycling is big - although, remember, you're at almost 7,000 feet of altitude. Boat rentals and water activities are available in summer. The lake is 7 ˝ miles long with 22 miles of shoreline. It is the trout fishing capital of the West.

In the winter Big Bear turns into a winter wonderland ski resort. Skiing and snowboarding are offered at Snow Summit and at Bear Mountain Resorts. Other winter sports include tubing, sledding, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.

The area has an unusually large selection of visitor lodgings ranging from motel-style units to million-dollar vacation homes. And for the outdoor family many camping grounds and site are available during the warm months. There are over 77 restaurants to choose from to satisfy any palate. Fly In! Big Bear City Airport is located in the San Bernardino Mountains at the 6,748 foot elevation. It is the only airport serving the communities of Big Bear Lake, Big Bear City, Lake Arrowhead and other communities in the mountain range.

A trip to Big Bear must include a visit to the Moonridge Wild Animal Park. The animal park has 150 inhabitants and 85 different species counting 3 grizzlies bears, including one 3 legged bear named Huckleberry.

Whether you stay a day, a weekend or a week….Big Bear Lake is a get-away destination you will never forget. For location and driving instructions go to www.roundtownwithron.com.

Ron's Blog - Monday, August 1, 2010

What to do in Big Bear?

EASTER SEALS CAMP - AUGUST 6-13

YMCA Camp Oaks and Easter Seals will host the 37th Annual Easter Seals Camp for approximately 150 people with disabilities.

The people attending the week-long camp are between the ages of 9 and 60 and will participate in activities like horseback riding, swimming, arts and crafts canoeing, campfire sing-a-longs, target sports and even a camp talent production.

NEW CABLE PARK OPENS!

The Cabe Park at Big Bear Lake offers 500 feet of cable so wakeboarders of all skill levels can enjoy wakeboarding without pressure. The park offers anyone an opportunity to learn for a price of $25.00 per hour compared to about $150.00 per hour behind a boat.

NOEL BLANC TO GET COMMUNITY APPPRECIATION AWARD

The Big Bear Lake International Film Festival is pleased to announce Noel Blanc as its 2010 recipient of the Community Appreiatioon Award. Noel will be honored at the lifetime Achievement Ceremony at 7:00 pm on September 17th at the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center.