If you’re heading to the Park this weekend, get ready for sunny skies and great riding conditions with temps in the upper 60s and the trails prepped to perfection. Our Trail Crew has been working like there’s no tomorrow, raking and sweeping Party Wave and Westridge down to the pebbles and pinecones, so grab your gear and get ready to ride.
 
If you’re coming up next weekend, be sure to check out the largest winter kickoff party known to man – Hot Dawgz & Hand Rails – at Bear Mountain on Sept. 23. Come watch some of the world’s best snowboarders compete on a #BearBuilt rail jam course, score some awesome swag in the vendor village, and enjoy live performances by Tommorrows Bad Seeds, Andrew W.K., DJ Snoopadelic, and Method Man & Redman. You can also get ready for winter by grabbing some BUY ONE GET ONE FREE for the upcoming snow season.
 
Summit Bike Park passholders can also snag a free lift ticket for our sister Park in Mammoth next weekend as part of their closing weekend celebration, Sept. 23-24. To claim your ticket, just present your 2017 Summit season pass to the Mammoth ticket windows next Sunday and ride all day for zero deniro.
 
There’s still plenty of time to ride and good times to be had. We’ll see you on the dirt.

The switch over to fall operating hours has allowed our Trail Crew to have full access to the Park’s core trails and prep them for your weekend riding. Keep in mind the Summit Bike Park is open for your fall riding Friday through Sunday. Sunday, October 22nd will be our final day of operation this season.

Your Cross Country Guide

Take advantage of the cooler days to plan a cross country adventure. Our Mountaintop Trailhead has access to 60+ miles of incredible mountain biking and hiking. Whether headed east or west, the Skyline Trail is one of the most popular. Peddling west will bring you to Grandview Point and amazing views of the San Gorgonio and San Bernardino mountains. From there your options are almost endless. A local favorite is to backtrack east, pass the resort and hook up with one of our Adopt-A-Trails like Fall Line or Ferns.

Come join us this weekend. Basecamp activities are open, so pack up the whole gang and make a weekend of it.

We’ll see you on the dirt.

Work Where You Play this Winter

Big Bear Mountain Resort is hosting two Job Fairs - September 9 & 30.

If you’re new to Big Bear, or haven’t worked at Big Bear Mountain Resort (BBMR) before, now’s your chance to join the fun at SoCal’s home for alpine good times. BBMR is hosting two free job fairs for the upcoming winter season. Come meet the BBMR team and apply for full or part-time seasonal positions:

• Rentals
• Lift Operations
• Food & Beverage
• Security
• Parking

BBMR employees enjoy great perks like retail discounts and free lift tickets all season long, so call 909-866-5766, ext. 140 for more information, or go to www.BigBearMountainResort.com for a list of available positions.

Come join the fun from 8:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. at SoCal Marketplace at Snow Summit (880 Summit Blvd., Big Bear Lake, CA 92315).

Labor Day usually signals the unofficial end of summer and beginning of fall, and Mother Nature has been happy to oblige with cooler temps and intermittent showers this week.

Our Trail Crew has been getting ready for the holiday weekend by giving the Bike Park a thorough once-over to make sure all the trails are in top shape and ready to ride.

If you're coming up for the weekend and have kids that love the great outdoors, sign them up to compete in the Kids Adventure Games at Bear Mountain, or check out a free screening of Wayne's World at Snow Summit. And remember, Labor Day is your last chance to ride during the week before we switch back to Friday – Sunday operations for the rest of the season.

Summer may be winding down, but we're still having fun on the hill. We'll see you on the dirt.

Grab your gear and get ready for some great weather this weekend. This week’s temperatures and conditions have been among the best of the season, with the days topping out in the 70s and the nights dropping down into the low 50s giving us some nice morning dew and Velcro trails. Take advantage of the conditions and light midweek crowds through Labor Day weekend when the Park transitions back to weekend-only operations, Friday – Sunday, through the end of October.
 
You can also take advantage of some great deals on our fleet of 2016 and 2017 Trek rental bikes, including the Fuel EX 7, Fuel EX Jr, Lush, Session, and Slash 7 in multiple sizes and configurations. The 2016 models are available for pick up immediately with no deposit required, while the 2017 models require a $200 deposit with most available for pick up after Labor Day.
 
Join us for some amazing riding, score a sweet deal on a new bike, and we'll see you on the dirt soon.

Visit the Adventure Academy at Snow Summit and get a great deal on one of our exclusive Trek rental bikes.

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TRANSWORLD SNOWBOARDING PRESENTS: ARCADIA OFFICIAL TRAILER

Join us Friday, September 22 at 8:00 p.m. for a movie viewing of Arcadia presented by TransWorld SNOWboarding. Admission is free with concessions available at Laybacks Bar at Bear Mountain. Seating available on first-come, first-served basis. Folding camping chairs and blankets are permitted. Outside food and beverages are not allowed.

Featuring:
Halldór Helgason, Alek Oestreng, BYND X MDLS, Victor Daviet, Jesse Paul, The Manboys, Jordan Small, Victor De Le Rue.

To learn more about Hot Dawgz & Hand Rails, click here.

Come take laps on our advanced jump line, featuring big hits, gaps, and log drops. We will be operating the Pro Line from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily.

There’s been a lot of excitement in the Skill Builder Park this summer. From the Pro Line to the Pump Track, there’s something for everyone, including the Small Wonder beginner line, which is great for first-time riders, or if you just want a quick warm-up before heading out to more challenging trails and terrain.

To access Small Wonder, take Chair 4 and head back down under the chairlift. You'll find bank turns, paved corners, small rock gardens, rollers, and more to prepare you for what you'll find in the Bike Park. Once you’re comfortable on Small Wonder it's time to check out some more advanced terrain on Chair 1.

If you’re looking for a great deal on a Trek bike, stop by the Adventure Academy this weekend and put down a deposit on one of our custom rental bikes. Select models come with a season pass for the remainder of the summer and you’ll be able to pick up your bike on Labor Day weekend so you can put it to good use.

With many SoCal schools back in session, now is a great time to hit the hill mid-week and take advantage of the open slopes and short lift lines. We’ll be operating daily through Labor Day weekend before transitioning to weekend-only operations, Friday – Sunday, through the end of October.
 
Come enjoy the end of summer and welcome fall at the Summit Bike Park.
 
We'll see you on the dirt.

This week, Turtle Trail gets a touch-up and we're raising the bar for the final Summit Series competition of the season.

While trails like Party Wave and Westridge get the lion’s share of love from riders, you'll have just as much fun with less crowded runs and endless berms on Turtle Trail, which our Trail Crew extended to the top of Chair 1 last season to give riders an intermediate trail option from the top of the hill. This week the Crew gave the trail a complete rebuild, so be sure to check it out.

This Saturday is the last Summit Series of the season, featuring a High Air contest. The rules are simple – whoever clears the tallest height without knocking over the bar wins. Whether competing or spectating, this contest is always a favorite. Riders can register to compete in the base area Saturday morning, with practice from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and the competition starting at 1 p.m.

Hey, you guys! If you’re sticking around for the weekend, join us Saturday night in the Summit base area for a free screening of The Goonies (PG, 114 min.) as part of our Movies in the Meadow series. The show starts at 8 p.m., with seating available on a first-come, first-served basis, concessions available at Bighorn Smokehouse, and a Truffle Shuffle contest following the movie. Winner gets a GoPro 5!
 
It’s gonna be a high-flying, berm riding, Goonies-never-say-die(ing) weekend.
 
We'll see you on the dirt.

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We Are the Mountains

The partnership brings together Colorado-based Aspen Skiing Co., private equity firm KSL Capital Partners, ski resort giant Intrawest and Mammoth Resorts, which includes Mammoth Mountain, June Mountain, Bear Mountain and Snow Summit.

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Join us at Snow Summit on Friday, Aug. 25, from 7:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. for the inaugural Boy Scout Cycling Merit Badge Clinic.

The Cycling badge is one of 13 merit badges scouts must earn to become an Eagle Scout. Our team of expert instructors will provide a fun-filled day of learning, as directed by BSA, to help your scout gain the skills and confidence needed to earn the Cycling badge.

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If you are new to mountain biking, or want to try the latest high-end demo equipment, Big Bear Mountain Resort is your one-stop-shop for bike and equipment rentals*. With convenient lift, rental, and equipment packages and on-site pick up and drop off, you’ll save time and money renting from us.

*Protective gear is included with all BBMR bike rentals.

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Before we drop into this week’s Feed, thanks to everyone who made it to Summit last weekend for Crafts & Cranks. Whether you came for the bike racing, the beer tasting, or the live music and mountain vibes, we’re stoked about the amazing turnout and already looking forward to next year’s event.

This week the rain gods made their way to the mountain on Monday, providing some much-needed precipitation. In most places the deluge was absorbed quickly, but it also created a few trouble spots, which our Trail Crew has spent the past couple days repairing, in addition to re-visiting every trail in the Park. It’s going to be a great weekend on the mountain, with moderate temps and tacky tracks in the forecast.

Make plans to be here this Sunday, July 30, to participate in the Mountaintop Trail Rally, presented by Team Big Bear. The event features four biking and hiking competitions, including a 13-mile time trial on Skyline Trail and non-competitive downhill ride on the Going Green trail.

All participants receive a free Scenic Sky Chair + lunch ticket, with proceeds going to the Southern California Mountains Foundation and Big Bear Valley Trails Foundation to support maintenance and development of trails in the area, so register today and make a difference for your favorite SoCal trail system.

We'll see you on the dirt.

This week in the Feed – Crafts & Cranks if finally here, some much-needed maintenance in the Park, and Blue Line construction is complete.

Our Trail Crew has been busy rebuilding berms, shaping jump lips, and knocking down chatter bumps each morning before the Park opens in order to keep our core trails in top condition without having to close them during riding hours. You’ll no doubt notice the difference on your next ride.

Since the Pro Line was put in, the Skill Builder Park has been buzzing with high-flying activity. This week the Crew finished construction on a scaled down version of the Pro Line – the Blue Line – designed to help intermediate riders improve their skills and get a feel for the elements in the more advanced Pro Line.

Make plans to be here this weekend for Crafts & Cranks, our annual bike and brew fest, featuring 40 beers on tap, live music, and $40,000 in prize money. The fun kicks off on Friday with stage one of the Endro race and Pump Track and Pro Line qualifying and continues through Sunday. Click here to register online, or come enjoy samples for 20 SoCal breweries and family-friendly fun like carnival rides, face painting, and our Basecamp activities (climbing wall, zip line, Eurobungy, QUICKjump).
 
Admission to the Summit base area is free and includes live performances by The Curly Wolf, Buck-O-Nine, Unwritten Law, and more, so grab your tasting and activity tickets today and we’ll see you on the dirt …
 

New Retail Shop Now Open in the Heart of Big Bear Lake

Next time you’re enjoying the shopping, dining, and entertainment at The Village in Big Bear be sure to stop by the Big Bear Mountain Resort shop – located next to The Copper Q, between Pine Knot Avenue and Knickerbocker Road.

At the Village Shop, you can purchase Bike Park and Scenic Sky Chair tickets, grab some BBMR gear, book tee times for Bear Mountain Golf Course, or rent bikes and ride over to Snow Summit or cruise around the lake.

The shop is also a designated stop for the Big Bear Trolley, so you can make your way to/from The Village before or after a fun-filled day at Snow Summit or Bear Mountain.

Address: 645 ½ Pine Knot Ave., Suite B, Big Bear Lake, CA, 92315
Phone Number: 909.866.0339
Hours of Operation
Monday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Friday - Sunday & Holidays: 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Crafts & Cranks is only a week away (July 22-23), and our Trail Crew has been busy putting the finishing touches on the Pro Line with the Mulch Jump and Wall Ride additions.

This year’s multi-discipline bike competition and brew fest features some new, spectator-friendly events in the base area – Pro Line, Pump Track, and High Air – in addition to the traditional Downhill, Cross-Country, and Enduro races, so register today and get ready to compete for $40,000 in prize money.

Note – Pump Track and Pro Line qualifying is Friday, July 21, so plan accordingly. Register here.

If you’d rather sit back and take it all in with a tall, cold beer, 1- and 2-Day tasting tickets are now on sale. Come sample 40+ craft beers from 20 SoCal breweries, including Ballast Point, Pizza Port, and Mammoth Brewing Company, score some swag in the vendor village, check out the carnival rides, and enjoy FREE performances by Buck-O-Nine, Unwritten Law, and more while you’re here.

On the hill, the Crew is prepping for next weekend by visiting every trail in the Park and wrapping up construction on the Blue Line in the Skill Builder Park.

We can't wait for Crafts & Cranks, but until then we’ll see you on the dirt ...

This week the Pro Line is ready to ride for anyone brave enough to send it while the Blue and Green lines are taking shape. We also have a couple events this weekend; Summit Series #2 (Pump Track) and a FOX women’s session with pro riders Claire Buchar and Katrina Strand.

If you've been up the past couple weeks you’ve no doubt seen the Pro Line progress from the chair, and this weekend you can finally give it a spin. This year’s Pro Line features a container drop-in and epic gap jump, which gives the Skill Builder Park a whole new look and feel. This week the Crew will also work on finishing the Green and Blue Lines to complete our base area Skill Builder features.

The Pump Track competition goes down on Saturday, July 8, with registration in the base area and races from 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m. We'll be racing on our new mirrored Pump Track – located on the east end of the base area, between Chairs 4 and 10 – with the winning female and top three male riders qualifying for the Crafts & Cranks competition on July 22 in addition to taking home a Bike Park season pass. For more information, click here.

The women’s sessions (July 8-9) are free for the first 20 female riders who sign up before 9 a.m. each day and will feature How-To demos and a Q&A session with Claire and Katrina, with participants receiving discounted lift tickets and prize giveaways.

It looks like we may see a shower or two late this week, so make tracks for the mountain. We'll see you on the dirt...

Join us Saturday, July 29, at 8:00 p.m. in the Snow Summit base area for the second screening in our free Movies in the Meadow summer series, Walt Disney Studios "Wreck-It Ralph," featuring John C. Reilly, Sarah Silverman, and Mindy Kaling.

This Academy Award-nominated film features video game villain Wreck-It Ralph (voiced by Reilly), who longs to be as beloved as his game's good guy, Fix-It Felix. So when a new, first-person shooter game arrives Ralph sees it as his ticket to heroism, but soon wrecks everything and accidentally unleashes an enemy that threatens every game in the arcade. Ralph's only hope? Vanellope von Schweetz (Silverman), a troublemaking "glitch," who might be the one to teach Ralph what it means to be a good guy before it's "Game Over" for the entire arcade.