Big Bear Lake Offers Visitors Shopping, Dining & Entertainment

28 10 2009

EXPLORE BIG BEAR LAKE!

  The Big Bear Lake experience has changed a lot in the past 10 years. From the rustic movie-star hide-a-way of the 1950’s to a first class four-season resort today, Restaurants, Art Galleries, Clothing and Gift shops are located throughout this quaint, lakeside community nestled in the pristine alpine landscape. Home to about 20,000 residents during the week, weekends in summer and winter, attract over 50,000 visitors. The tourist driven local economy is growing at a steady clip, with more and more visitors from Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino and San Diego Counties, all finding the short drive to Big Bear well worth the trip.

 Looking for great things to do in Big Bear Lake? EXPLOREBIGBEARLAKE.COM is where you will find what to expect on your next trip to our unique marketplace and What’s Happening in Big Bear Lake. Whether you’re exploring the great outdoors of the San Bernardino Mountains,or the warmth of a toasty fire and a good bottle of wine, Big Bear Lake is a great choice for your next vacation, day-trip or special event destination. Christmas Shopping has never been better than today in Pine Knot Village, the center of the Big Bear Lake Experience! A truly unique shopping destination that will inspire and reward with incomparable holiday shopping memories for the entire family.zook in the village 2

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Big Bear Lake Snowshoe Race Feb 6, 2010.

1 02 2010

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Big Bear Lake’s Team Sole and the SBNFA are hosts of this third annual Snowshoe the Bear winter sporting event. The Race is open to all ages and levels. The event is held on Feb. 6, 2010. There will be 5K and 10K  courses for all age/level groups, children and adult.

Big Bear Lake's annual 'Snowhoe the Bear 5 - 10K race for all levels is Feb. 6, 2010)

Snowshoe the Bear!

For Info and to enter call Equada Outfitters, 909-866-6186 or enter on-line: Snowshoe the Bear

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Pine Knot Village Art Walk – july 3-4, 2010

1 02 2010

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 The 7th Annual Pine Knot Village Art Walk  is scheduled for July 3 & 4, 2010. More than 50 artists will exhibit work for sale on the village sidewalks. Stroll, shop, dine and unwind this all American Holiday Weekend in beautiful Big Bear Lake. Pine Knot Village is the place to get away and enjoy the arts in the San Bernardino Mountains.

This year the Pine Knot Village Art Walk features artists Trish Kertes, Mike Bauch, Joyce Brookens, Greg Zook and Tom Horton, as well as fine wood workers, jewelery artists, handcrafted textiles, pine needle basketry, leaded art glass, children’s art, live art demonstrations, live music by the Flatland Mountain Band and everything else Big Bear Lake has to offer, topped off on Sunday Evening with one of So Cal’s Best Rated Fire Works Display over the Lake. Make your lodging and dinner reservations early as this is one of the busiest weekends of the year.

Plan on visiting the Village for the 4th of July and enjoying the Arts, the Alpine Climate and meeting some of the regions best artists and artisans at this annual event.

Stay at Big Bear Lake’s Premier Resort Property, Northwoods Resort,  and get a special rate during your visit during the Pine Knot Village Art Walk.  Click on the  Pine Knot Village Art Walk link below to find your promotion code for 2 night stay at Northwoods. 

www.myspace.com/pineknotvillage


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The Copper Q for coffee, pastries and cooking lessons in the Village

29 01 2010

The Copper Q in the Village 645 Pine Knot AveEnjoy a coffee drink from the espresso bar or fresh pastry from the bakery. The Copper Q is the newest shop in the Village and also offers kitchen gadgets, small appliances and tools for every chef. A gourmet pantry and demonstration kitchen is also in the mix offering fine foods and classes on how to prepare them.

The Copper Q 645 Pine Knot Ave. Big Bear Lake, CA  909-878-QQQQ

http://www.copperq.com/


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Equada Outfitters your Big Bear Lake Snowshoe Headquarters

19 01 2010
Equada Outfitters is your Big Bear Lake Snowshoe HeadquartersEquada has everything you need for Hiking, Backpacking, Climbing, Camping, Snowshoeing and everything else for the great outdoors!
Showshoe Rentals, Poles, Shoes, Clothing, Gear and more, in the Village at 663 Pine Knot Ave.

Just ask Pete about which one of these hiking trails is just right for you: 

Castle Rock  Hiking. Trail is about 1 mile and not to difficult for most. There is not much parking so carpool to parking if you have a group.  Only parking is the turn-out just west of the trail.  Take some pictures! Lots of shade in the warmer months. This is a must hike for your visit to Big Bear Lake. 

 
January 30, 2010 is our next Moonlight Snowshoe Tour. Call for rental info or where to show up the evening of the 30th for a guided tour of Big Bear Lake in the moonlight!

  Pine Knot Trail  Showshoeing or Hiking 

Town Trail  Showshoeing or Hiking 

Cougar Crest Trail  Showshoeing or Hiking 

Other things you’ll find at Equada! 

Yoga Classes 7 days a week. Drop-ins welcome, call us for a schedule.   

Massage by appointment. 

EQUADA OUTFITTERS 

663 Pine Knot Ave. Big Bear Lake, CA   909-866-6186 

http://www.equadaoutfitters.com 

Stop by  Equada Outfitters for maps and the best info on great hiking in Big Bear Lake!


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Big Bear Lift Tickets, Snowshoeing and more

10 01 2010

It’s true that ‘tricks are for kids’ but that doesn’t mean the rest of us don’t enjoy getting out in the fresh air and getting some excercise. Tamara and I have really enjoyed our time snowshoeing in the Big Bear area for a couple of years now. The cost of getting set up is very manageable and we can break away from work for a couple of hours and get a great winter workout at any level we choose. Todays equipment is easy to use, lightweight, durable and really works.Big Bear Lake's annual 'Snowhoe the Bear 5 - 10K race for all levels is Feb. 6, 2010)

While the kids are on the Ski Slopes, you can get out  and do some Snowshoeing on the many accessable trails in the Big Bear Lake area.

Purchase Lift Tickets at either Big Bear Lake Ski Resort at the link below.

Big Bear Resort Lift Tickets

To check out all the equipment you’ll need and get the latest up-to-date info on where to hike or snowshoe for your level, stop and see Pete at Equada Outfitters on Pine Knot in the Village.


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Categories : Sports Events, activities, big bear lake, children, fawnskin / north shore, fitness, health, hiking, jaurary, mountaineering, outdoors / backcountry, southern california, things to do, winter sports

Main Street Shopping Experience in the Village, Big Bear Lake

12 12 2009

A truly unique shopping destination with dozens of shops offering Gifts, Decor, Art and Collectbles and lots of dining options make a complete Shopping Experience!

United Wood Craftsmen Gallery, Pine Knot Ave in the Village

The Village shopping district in Big Bear Lake CA is about 100 miles east of Newport Beach and about one hour from anywhere in the Inland Empire.
At nearly 6800 feet in elevation in an alpine forest landscape, the quaint village sits next to Big Bear Lake, in the San Bernardino Mountains and has dozens of shops to browse and find your every shopping need.
If hiking and biking is your thing, add some to your day on the many miles of off-road trails or stay on the dedicated bike routes through the mountain community. Snowshoe equipment and trail tips are available at Equada Outfitters on Pine Knot Ave.
 
Always plenty of free parking in the Bartlett Ave Public Parking lot on Village Dr in the Indian Village Parking lot behind the former Mandolin Bistro.

Grizzly Mountain Gourmet in the Village

 
Bike Trail Maps are available at http://www.goboguides.com/ or you can stop by Equada Outfitters on Pine Knot Ave. in the Village, and ask Pete where the best trails for biking and/or hiking are.
 

With more than 60 shops to browse, you can definitely find what your looking for it in the Village!

Art

Gifts

Clothing

Deli & Gourmet

Dining


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Categories : Mainstreet Christmas, big bear lake, children, christmas shopping, gift shops, handmade, main street, shopping, shopping malls, southern california

Peppercorn Grille

1 12 2009
Peppercorn Grille in the Village, Pine Knot Ave

 

 

 

 

Fine Dining in the Village! Ever popular is our heated patio that is the perfect place to enjoy a cocktail or glass of wine as you watch the passers-by. We offer an extensive menu with items sure to please every appetite. Reservations accepted!

553 Pine Knot Ave. Big Bear Lake, CA 909-866-5405

http://www.peppercorngrille.com


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Grizzly Mountain Gourmet & Deli

16 11 2009
Grizzly Mountain Gourmet in the Village

More fabulous shopping in the Village! Stop in for your fine foods fix or some gift shopping for your special foodies. Deli counter service, sandwiches, salads, sides and deserts are the house specialty.

Fine Foods, Wines and Beers

Grizzly Mountain Gourmet

40728 Village Dr. 909-436-8859

Grizzly Mountain Gourmet


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Amgen Tour of California 2010

24 10 2009

May 16 -23, 2010 BIG BEAR LAKE, CA will host Stage 6 of the Eight Stage cycling tour. 750 miles in length, the Amgen Tour is the longest bicycle race in the USA.Amgen Tour Stage 6 Big Bear Lake CA. May 2010

AEG Sports is the promoter and boasts the world’s best cyclists will compete in the California Tour. World Class cyclists Lance Armstrong, defending Amgen Tour champion Levi Leipheimer, George Hincapie
and Dave Zabriskie have reportedly committed for the 2010 race. For the breakdown of the race by stages, visit the Amgen Tour  site.

Learn more about how you can be part of history by participating in the Amgen Tour as a volunteer. http://tiny.cc/X9Z76


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