SUMMER 2008

Mother's Day Wilderness Wildflower Tour
Sunday, May 11; 9:30 am - 12 pm
Interested in nature's beauty? Come see some of the best flower displays in the mountains! Give mom the treat of seeing flowers growing in the forest on this very special Mother's Day tour! On this trip, you will learn about flower and plant ecology; hike for spectacular views and flower displays; and have the opportunity to take unmatched photographs. Bring your camera and hiking shoes, and you will be handsomely rewarded! Tours include Arrowhead water and snacks. Space limited to 12; reservations recommended.
Fee: Adults $30; Children (8 to 16) $20

Canoe Tours
Learn how to canoe on a leisurely 2-hour guided tour of beautiful Grout Bay. After a quick paddling lesson, you will cruise along the shore looking for beaver, great blue herons, and ducklings. Along the way you will learn the natural history of the Big Bear Valley along with the various flora and fauna found in the area. Children must be at least 6 years old and all children need to be accompanied by an adult. Includes water and a snack. Tours caravan to marina.
Fee: Adults $25, Children (6-16) $15
Dates: Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
May 23 through August 31

Kayaking Tours
Learn how to kayak on a morning guided tour of Grout Bay. After a quick paddling lesson, you will cruise along the shore looking for wildlife and discus the history of the Big Bear Valley. Children must be at least 10 years old and all children need to be accompanied by an adult. Includes water and a snack. Tour caravans to marina.
Fee: Adults $25, Children (10-16) $15
Dates: Saturdays & Sundays, 8:30am - 10:30am
May 23 through August 31

Nature Walks!
Saturdays & Sundays, 1pm & 2pm
Join us for a 30-minute nature walk on Saturdays at 1:00 pm and a second walk at 2:00 pm to learn about the local plant life, 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!

The Discovery Center offers seasonal private tours!
Here is a sample of our tours:

Butler Peak Expedition ~ Spring - Fall
Mountain Mining Tours ~ Summer
Day Hikes ~ Year-Round
Canoe & Kayak Tours ~ Spring - Summer
Snowshoe Tours ~ Winter
Eagle Tours ~ December - March

All tours are led by a Discovery Center Naturalist. You will learn the rich Natural History of the Big Bear Valley along with the amazing flora and fauna present in the San Bernardino Mountains and the role the forest plays in your everyday life.

Prices range from $10-$35 per/adult and $5-$25 per/child.
Private tours are available for a group of 8 to 13. Please call for details; (909)382-2790.

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.