Author: Rose Wright

Lake Sport Rentals & Eco-Friendly Lake Tours Captains John’s Fawn Harbor & Marina is the perfect location to relax by the beautiful Big Bear Lake. Whether you rent a boat to explore the lake, take our guided tour, paddle around the harbor or just relax lake-side we have something to fit every ones needs. Boat Tours Regularly scheduled 2 hour lake tours are perfect if you want to enjoy the outdoors, learn about Big Bear history, and discover little known secrets about the mountain lake resort. Each Captain shares his or her unique experiences and stories–making each trip unlike…

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Southern California is known for sunny skies and an almost perfect climate. A hidden gem, nestled on a mountaintop just outside the hustle and bustle of the big city, is a place in SoCal where seasons change and it’s noticed. Big Bear is a four-season community at 6,700 feet, and the best place to celebrate fall in Southern California. Soroptimist International of Big Bear Valley, Inc. celebrates the best of the changing seasons with its Hearth and Home Tour set for Saturday, Oct. 3. It’s a chance to peek inside four mountaintop homes decked out for fall and the holidays.…

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Big Bear Property “Lets go to Big Bear!” has been a familiar phrase for several decades for people living in Southern California. There are many activities inviting people to Big Bear; the four seasons, incredible snow skiing, fishing and boating opportunities on Big Bear Lake, rugged hiking and mountain biking trails in the surrounding National Forest, training opportunities at altitude for world class athletes, and the opportunity to retire close to family and young grandchildren. For many people, owning a cabin or home has become both a part of their lifestyle and a financial asset in their portfolio. The overall…

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Big Bear Lake beckons to provide wonderful outdoor experiences, endless activities and incredible dining. As we reach the end of summer, your timing is perfect to consider a memorable day visit, a spectacular weekend or a delightful one week vacation in our fully accessible mountain community. There truly is something for everyone in Big Bear Lake to thoroughly enjoy. A small sampling of our resort community’s offering are provided below and contained on our local website: www.bigbear.com Beautiful View Sites Picnic or kayak at Boulder Bay Park’s Majestic Rock in the Lake; ride the Scenic Sky chair on your way…

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The Little Green House Florist is a family owned florist serving Big Bear Lake, surrounding areas and brides since 1974. We offer Wedding and Event Coordinating to ensure a stress free, relaxing memorable day. With many beautiful wedding and reception locations to choose from, you are sure to find your perfect site. Please call for a personal quote. The Little Green House Florist also specializes in custom bridal bouquets, custom ceremony and reception decorating, high style European floral arrangements, gourmet gift baskets and romantic in room set up with roses, candles, candy and other romantic touches for those special occasions…

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Maggio’s Pizza serves sumptuous Italian cuisine and pizza in Big Bear Lake. Offering both dine-in and take-out. Maggio’s is known for their incredible sauce and dough, that are made fresh daily on the premises. Using only ingredients made with the finest quality available. Maggio’s Pizza has been faithfully serving Big Bear since 1985. A locally-owned and operated restaurant, that has grown with the community and now offering an expanded dining room with more seats…come and dine with us. Maggio’s Pizza Menu: • Hoagies / Grinders / Subs • Calzones • French Fries / Onion Rings • Meatballs • Italian Dishes…

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Help Us Heal Our Forest With Music Nature is one of the smartest investments. It’s the most beautiful thing that surrounds everyone, grabs their hearts and ties them together…like a family member. Big Bear is at the heart of the San Bernardino National Forest and filled with so many natural wonders. A passion lies deep to inspire all visitors to show their love for nature by engaging in responsible recreation and caring for their national treasure. Actions today will nurture their souls and inspire those memorable moments in Big Bear they can share with future generations. Outdoor Summer Concert Series…

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I caught up with Rocco Carbonara, local culinary star and owner of the popular restaurant Rocco’s, the other day to see what he’s been up to lately. Recently, he’s been quite busy as he has opened a second restaurant at the downtown Holiday Inn called, Rocco’s Bistro 74. With that, he has taken over food and beverage for the hotel, which features two conference rooms and a pool area. Rocco Carbonara, a classically trained chef from Italy, local culinary star for the past twenty years and proud owner of the highly regarded Rocco’s Restaurant, has opened up a new restaurant…

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Taste the delicious dishes at Big Bear’s only “Five Star Hole in the Wall” You’ll love all of the delicious American dishes at Murray’s Saloon and Eatery. For over 25-years we’ve been serving you our hamburgers, Seared Ahi, Bacon Wrapped Shrimp, Jalapeno Poppers, Club Sandwiches and more. Visit our family owned and operated restaurant today. Tasty Bar & Grill Try all of the scrumptious dishes on our menu and enjoy a drink from our full bar. Join us for Fun and Games Tonight You can join us for fun and games 7-nights a week at Murray’s Saloon and Eatery. You…

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Bill’s inventions and designs have shaped the surfing world into what it is today, creating a global brand in the wake. It is no wonder he was voted one of the top 25 most influential people in Orange County, along with Tiger Woods and Oakley’s founder, Jim Jannard. Bill’s two most instrumental surfing innovations came in 1984-85 when he designed the beveled rail, 2+1 fin configuration, high performance long board that revolutionized long board surfing. Bill’s need for a faster, more responsive long board, was his driving force in creating a design most surfers today could not fathom surfing without.…

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