Guided Tours
Summer 2010
Canoe Tours
Learn how to canoe on a leisurely 2-hour guided tour of beautiful Big Bear Lake. 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 must be accompanied by an adult. Includes water and a snack. Tours caravan to lake. Tours are limited to 16 people; reservations required. Call (909) 382-2790 or (909) 866-3437
Fee: Adults $25, Children (6-12) $15, Family Rate (2 children/2 adults) $65
Member Pricing: Adults $22, Children $12 - Become a member today!
Dates: May 15- September 6: Thursdays & Fridays; 3:30pm – 6:00pm, and Sundays; 1pm-3:30pm.
Kayaking Tours
Learn how to kayak on a guided tour of Big Bear Lake. After a quick paddling lesson, you will cruise along the shore looking for wildlife and discuss the natural history of the Big Bear Valley. Children must be at least 10 years old and must be accompanied by an adult. Includes water and a snack. Tour caravans to lake. Tours limited to 16 people; reservations required. Call (909) 382-2790 or (909) 866-3437
Fee: $35 ages 10 and up
Member Pricing: $30 - Become a member today!
Dates: May 15 – September 6: Wednesdays; 10am-12:30pm and Saturdays (3 Tours); 9am-11:30am, 12:30pm – 3:00 & 3:30pm-6:00pm, Sunday (1 Tour); 9am-11:30am
Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) Hiking Tour ~ Coming this Fall!
Holcomb Valley Off-Road Tour
For the off-road adventurists, check out this 4x4 off-road adventure throughout Holcomb Valley. Visit the historical sites and learn about the Valley’s famous endemic wildflowers at pebble planes habitat while others are available throughout the summer. Explore the second largest gold rush historical region in California history. Tours limited to 12; reservations required; call (909) 382-2790 or (909) 866-3437
Fee: $60 for adults $30 for kids ages 4-12
Dates: Wednesday, Fridays and Saturday; May 19 – September 4; 10am – 1pm
Nature Walks!
Wednesdays; 11am & 1pm (June through August)
Saturdays; 1pm & 2pm; Sundays; 11am & 12pm
Join a Discovery Center Naturalist for a 30-minute nature walk to learn about the local plant life, wildlife 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!
Night Hikes! (Meet at Serrano Campground Kiosk)
Join a Discovery Center Naturalist to explore how the forest changes as the sun goes down. Meet at Serrano campground kiosk at 7:30pm. Hikes are not strenuous and designed for all skill levels. Sponsored by California Land Management. Free!
Dates: Most Thursday nights June through August; 7:30pm – 8:30pm. Excludes June 17, July 15, and August 19.