Big Bear offense explodes for 501 yards in 30–13 win over Pacific
The Grizzlies' offense put up a dominant all-around performance to hand Pacific High School a lopsided loss.
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Recreation news from Big Bear Valley, cited and current.
Snow Valley's Valley Series 2 downhill race closes three trails to the public on Oct. 24
Recreational riders heading to Snow Valley Bike Park that Saturday should know that Bandit, Crazy Horse, and Gun Smoke will be off-limits all day while competitors race for a $5,000 top prize.
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Kodiak Ultra Marathon planned for Big Bear Lake area October 8–11, 2026
A special event application for the multi-day ultramarathon has been filed with the city, signaling a fall race that could bring visitors — and temporary trail or road impacts — to the valley.
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WON Big Bear Troutfest returns to Big Bear Marina in September 2026
The two-day fishing competition, organized by Western Outdoor News, features cash prizes, trophies, and thousands of pounds of freshly stocked trout across a full weekend of angling at Big Bear Lake.
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Big Bear Bears win homecoming game against Verbum Dei
The Big Bear High School football team secured a homecoming victory, according to the school's Grizzly News — though full game details have not yet been confirmed.
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Bears roll Verbum Dei 55-0 in homecoming blowout
Senior Elijah Ramirez scored four touchdowns and sophomore QB Ryder Prudhomme was near-perfect as Big Bear High made its homecoming a lopsided affair, improving to 3-1 on the season.
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Shadow spotted with new eagle companion KD1, just a week after Jackie's death
Fans watching the Friends of Big Bear Valley's live nest cam are buzzing about whether the bald eagle nicknamed "KayDee" could become Shadow's new mate — and what that would mean for the nest in Fawnskin.
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Game of SK8 returns to Sugarloaf Skatepark for seventh year, but key details remain thin
Big Bear's annual youth skateboarding and scooter competition ran on Aug. 8 — here's what we know, and what's still missing from the public record.
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Big Bear football opens season with dominant 56-7 win over Long Beach Cabrillo
The Grizzlies rolled past the Ranchers in a nonleague blowout at home, with the program declaring itself back on track.
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Big Bear Valley eagle cam gets the New Yorker treatment after a turbulent year
Staff writer Alex Ross profiled the beloved bald eagle nest near Big Bear Lake, capturing Jackie's death, a habitat victory, and the prospect of a new mate for Shadow.
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A new eagle named KD1 is visiting Shadow's nest — but wildlife experts urge patience
Just days after Jackie's death, a young banded eagle from the Prado Basin has been spotted alongside Big Bear's beloved male eagle, sparking hope and caution in equal measure.
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Big Bear MX Grand Prix returns to Bear Mountain in August 2026
More than 900 motocross riders will take over the ski slopes for a five-day off-road racing event.
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A new eagle eyes the Big Bear nest: meet KD1
A banded female bald eagle born near Anaheim has been spotted inspecting Jackie and Shadow's famous lakeside nest — and she may be looking to settle down.
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Big Bear MX Grand Prix returns to Bear Mountain for five days of motocross racing in August
More than 900 riders from across the country will take on a 3-mile course built on ski runs and fire roads Aug. 19–23.
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Sandy and Luna leave Big Bear Valley as Jackie fights illness at Ojai rehab center
The 2026 eaglets have fledged, but their mother remains more than 100 miles away battling worsening anemia — and fans are being asked to let her care team work.
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Skyline at Sundown brings mountaintop BBQ dining to Snow Summit this August
The one-night event pairs a buffet-style dinner with live music and sunset views from the top of the mountain.
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Snow Valley Bike Park closes out summer with final Twilight Session on Oct. 23
Riders can catch one last evening on the trails for just $19 — but tickets are cash-window only.
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Snow Valley MTB Camp offers two-day mountain biking experience for kids this September
The camp is open to riders ages 7 to 17 of all skill levels, with clinics, trail rides, and more planned for September 12–13, 2026.
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Glow Golf returns to Bear Mountain for Labor Day Weekend
The popular nighttime golf event closes out its summer run September 4–6, with a lit-up 9-hole course, dinner, and drinks included.
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Snow Valley Bike Park launches Valley Series downhill race series
The two-stop series is open to riders of all experience levels, from podium chasers to first-timers.
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