🌱 How a new water plan could secure Big Bear’s future supply
Big Bear Lake, California Patch AM: a 4 min readGood morning Big Bear Lake! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How a new water plan could secure Big Bear’s future supply
- How Big Bear’s famous eagles are reshaping tourism and a housing fight
- How you can honor eagle champion Sandy Steers next month
Also on today's calendar: Big Bear BBQ, Tunes, and Brews Festival and 2 more events.
Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Wednesday: Partly sunny, with a high of 69 and low of 37 degrees.
- Thursday: Warm with plenty of sun, temps: high: 72, low: 42.
- Friday: Nice with plenty of sun, with a high of 70 and low of 44 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Replenish Big Bear Announces Streamlined Plan for Groundwater Sustainability (kbhr933.com) — Big Bear’s wastewater agency has approved a streamlined Replenish Big Bear plan that shifts initial groundwater recharge to the Greenspot area, cutting construction and maintenance costs while boosting local water security by over 10%. The project will deliver high‑quality recycled water to support about 2,700 homes, with a possible future phase expanding recharge to Sand Canyon and Big Bear Lake itself. 
• Eagle town, USA: Live stream of eagles' nest has global viewers hooked (usatoday.com) — Big Bear Lake’s famous bald eagles, Jackie and Shadow, are drawing global attention to the mountain town while locals and fans rally to protect their nesting area from a proposed shoreline housing development. The livestreaming nest has boosted tourism, inspired worldwide emotional connections, and sparked debate in the community over how to balance growth with preserving this beloved wildlife symbol.
• Memorial service planned for Big Bear eagle advocate Sandy Steers (usatoday.com) — A public celebration of life for eagle advocate Sandy Steers is set for June 13 at Veterans Park on Big Bear Boulevard in Big Bear Lake, running from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friends of Big Bear Valley will honor her years of sharing the famous eagle nest near Big Bear Lake with speakers, Native American dancing, displays, and a livestream option.
📸 Around Big Bear Lake
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Upcoming Events in
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★ Featured events ★
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Paint N' Sip Ladies Night →
Lost in the Woods Art Gallery, 42001 Big Bear Blvd Suite 7, Big Bear Lake
7:30 pm
Friday May 15
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Other local events
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Big Bear BBQ, Tunes, and Brews Festival →
Ski Beach Park, 41216 Park Ave, Big Bear Lake
2:52 pm -
Mommy & Me Paint Class →
Lost in the Woods Art Gallery, 42001 Big Bear Blvd Suite 7, Big Bear Lake
10:30 am -
General Meeting — "A" Garden Club of Big Bear Valley →
Big Bear Masonic Event Center, 385 Summit Blvd, Big Bear Lake
9:30 am -
Skyline at Sundown →
Snow Summit, 880 Summit Blvd Suite B, Big Bear Lake
4:30 pm
Friday May 22
Saturday June 6
Monday June 8
Thursday June 11
📣 Big Bear Lake Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Craft Corner →
Running Springs Branch Library, 2677 Whispering Pines Dr, Running Springs
4:30 pm -
Discover Art →
Janice Horst Library, 10498-10288 Allen Way, Lucerne Valley
4:00 pm -
Tails and Stories →
Big Bear Lake Library, 41930 Garstin Dr, Big Bear Lake
4:00 pm -
Friday Flag Synergy
Valley Elementary Yucaipa, CA 92399
7:30 am -
Friday Minimum Days
Valley Elementary Yucaipa, CA 92399
7:30 am -
HUGS Assembly
Chapman Heights Elementary Yucaipa, CA 92399
7:30 am -
Paws to the Pavement Run
Competitive Edge Charter Academy (CECA) Yucaipa, CA 92399
8:00 am
Wednesday May 13
Thursday May 14
Friday May 15
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Bear Valley Unified posted a job opening for Classified Substitute Custodian Pool in Big Bear Lake. Apply here.
- Tractor Supply Company posted a job opening for Team Member in Big Bear Lake. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Big Bear Lake here.
🗞 Nearby News
Yucaipa
- Early days in the Pass (recordgazette.net)
- Marina softball coaches Dan Hay and Shelly Luth to retire after playoffs (modbee.com)
Highland
- Highland residents near Yaamava' Resort & Casino will have to take a weekend detour (sbsun.com)
- San Manuel hosts Norah Jones tonight at Yaamava' Theater in Highland (artthreat.net)
- Habit Burger & Grill has a dude ranch for dudes who love ranch (sbsun.com)
Ok Big Bear Lake! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)
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