Nature Walks!
Saturdays & Sundays, 1pm & 2pm
Join us for a 30-minute nature walk to learn about the local plant and wild life and some very interesting historical facts. Great activity for families and individuals who want to gain a greater appreciation for our National Forest. Nature walks are not strenuous and designed for all levels of physical conditioning.
FREE!

Volunteer Bald Eagle Count
Saturday, January 10; 8am-10pm
The Forest Service is looking for volunteers who will help count the eagles residing in the Big Bear Valley. Pleases meet at the Discovery Center at 8am. Dress warm and bring your own binoculars.
Free!

Eagle Celebration
Saturday, January 17; 10:30am- 11:30am
Come celebrate the bald eagles of Big Bear! View an educational presentation by Forest Service Biologists, Robin Eliason about these amazing birds that visit the San Bernardino Mountains for the winter.
Fee: $5 adults, children 12 & under Free

Animal Tracking
Saturday, January 17; 11am-1pm
Come learn how to track animals found in our forest. Learn how tracks are cast and make your very own! Join a naturalist on a short hike around the grounds looking for signs of animals.
Fee: $3

Animal Tracking
Saturday, January 31; 11am-1pm
Come learn how to track animals found in our forest. Learn how tracks are cast and make your very own! Join a naturalist on a short hike around the grounds looking for signs of animals.
Fee: $3

Kahtoola Snowshoe the Bear
Saturday, February 7, 2009
5k & 10k Snowshoe Race
Big Bear Lake Village
Don't miss this chance to be part of the 2nd Annual snowshoe event which is sure to be bigger, better and more fun than last year (is that possible?). Come join the fun - do something great, innovative, and inspiring!! Our schedule includes pre-event social on Friday evening, lodging discounts, and FREE product demos. You'll have the opportunity to try Kahtoola's newest traction products and participate in a snowshoe event that meets challenges you and your personal goals whether your goal is to walk the course with your friends or challenge the course record. Every participant is eligible for some great raffle prizes from our sponsors. For more information and to register, visit www.teamsole.com/snowshoethebear.html

Volunteer Bald Eagle Count
Saturday, February 14; 8am-10am
The Forest Service is looking for volunteers who will help count the eagles residing in the Big Bear Valley. Pleases meet at the Discovery Center at 8am. Dress warm and bring your own binoculars.
Free!

Eagle Celebration
Saturday, February 14; 10:30am- 12pm
Come celebrate the bald eagles of Big Bear! View an educational presentation by Forest Service Biologists, Robin Elaison about these amazing birds that visit the San Bernardino Mountains for the winter.
Fee: $5 adults, children 12 & under Free

Animal Tracking
Saturday, February 14; 11am-1pm
Come learn how to track animals found in our forest. Learn how tracks are cast and make your very own! Join a naturalist on a short hike around the grounds looking for signs of animals.
Fee: $3

Animal Tracking
Saturday, February 28; 11am-1pm
Come learn how to track animals found in our forest. Learn how tracks are cast and make your very own! Join a naturalist on a short hike around the grounds looking for signs of animals.
Fee: $3

Greenthumbs Planting Day
Saturday, March 21; 9am-3pm
Volunteer to assist the big bear ranger Stations Native Plant Nursery and Restoration Program. Bring hat, sunscreen, your favorite pair of gloves and sack lunch. Meet at the Big Bear Ranger Station flagpole @ 9am. The Big Bear Ranger Station is located ¼ mile east of the Big Bear Discovery Center. Please call ahead to verify your participation. (909) 382-2837.
FREE!

We have a very dynamic schedule of events happening at the Discovery Center. Please call us for information on newly-added events and tours. We look forward to scheduling tours and special events for your private parties and school groups. Call (909) 382-2794 for details.