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!

Greenthumbs Planting Day
Saturday, November 15; 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!

Pine Needle Basket Class
Saturday, November 29; 10am-12pm
Get a chance to create your own pine needle basket! Instructor Annette Petty will teach you the skills you need to complete your very own piece of art. Supplies provided. Class suitable for adults and children over 16 years old. Class limited to 20, first come first serve.
Fee: $5

UNDER THE INFLUENCE MOVIE PREMIERE
Saturday, November 29; 7pm & 9pm
A 16MM & HD Ski and Snowboard film produced by industry leaders Teton Gravity Research. This hour film is about the people, places and moments that define our riding. Follow the exploits of today's top athletes as they traverse the globe in search of the unique terrain and conditions that emerged from one of the deepest winters in recorded history. Great door prices and local vendors will be showcased at the premiere. All proceeds benefit Forest Aid, an SBNFA fundraiser for forest restoration. Local Sponsors made this show possible, a special thanks to: Big Bear Mountain Resorts, Northwoods, Goldsmiths, Leroys and Prudential Properties of Big Bear.
Venue: Northwoods Resort & Conference Center,
Big Bear Lake
Show Times: 7pm & 9pm,
gates open 30 minutes before start time.
Fee: $10 adults, $5 Children 12 & under,
Children 5 and under Free.
Tickets on sale at the Big Bear Discovery Center, Northwoods, Goldsmiths and online at www.wantickets.com

Animal Tracking
Saturday, December 6; 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

Ornament Party
Saturday, December 13; 10am-12pm
Come decorate a nature themed holiday ornament.
Free! ~ Donations Appreciated.

Volunteer Bald Eagle Count
Saturday, December 20; 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!

Animal Tracking
Saturday, December 20; 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

Ornament Party
Sunday, December 21; 10am-12pm
Come decorate a nature themed holiday ornament.
Free! ~ Donations Appreciated.

Animal Tracking
Saturday, January 3; 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

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- 12pm
Come celebrate the bald eagles of Big Bear! View an educational presentation by Forest Service Biologists followed by a visit from "Yukon," a live eagle from Moonridge Animal Park!
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

Volunteer Bald Eagle Count
Saturday, March 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 followed by a visit from "Yukon," a live eagle from Moonridge Animal Park!
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.