SouthCoast Magazine Spring 2015 | Page 50

2015in the Music mountains Outdoor Summer Concert Series Big Bear Discovery Center Amphitheater Presented by more responsible caretaker of a national forest while increasing your enjoyment and knowledge of California’s most recreated forestland. June 27 The PettyBreakers ~ America’s #1 Tribute to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers Fortunate Son ~ America’s Tribute to John Fogerty & CCR Let our experts help you plan your next adventure. N ature is one of the smartest investments. It’s the most beautiful thing that surrounds everyone, grabs their hearts and ties them together...like a family member. Big Bear is at the heart of the San Bernardino National Forest and filled with so many natural wonders. A passion lies deep to inspire all visitors to show their love for nature by engaging in responsible recreation and caring for their national treasure. Actions today will nurture their souls and inspire those memorable moments in Big Bear they can share with future generations. Big Bear Discovery Center Your Gateway to Adventure and Discovery! The Discovery Center is an educational and informational portal to the San Bernardino National Forest and is located within the heart of the Big Bear Valley. This nearby mountain retreat is a one- to threehour drive from anywhere in Southern California. Their goal is to ensure your visit to the Big Bear Discovery Center heightens your awareness on how to become a • Adventure Passes • Hiking & Biking Maps/Camping Info • Maps of Forest Roads & Off-highway Vehicle Adventures • Forest Service Permits • Naturalist-led Eco-Tours and Programs • Environmental Education ~ school and youth organizations July 18 DSB ~ An American Journey The Long Run ~ Experience the Eagles Aug. 1 Ticket Prices 909.382.2790 MountainsFoundation.org Season Pass w/parking Season Pass pick 2 w/parking Bench Seats w/parking General Admission Teen Admission (13-18) Youth 12 & Under Nature Discovery Zone The Southern California Mountains Foundation is excited to introduce the first Nature Explore Classroom in the National Forest system! The Nature Discovery Zone is an outdoor adventure space designed to enhance nature play and exploration while reconnecting children to nature. Parking & Ticket Gates: 5:00 pm Concerts: 6:00 pm - all events Lodging & Tickets: BigBearVacations.com / 877.713.5692 BigBear.com / 800.424.4232 Tickets: MountainsFoundation.org Big Bear Visitors Center (walk up sales) Event Gate 2 FREE Tickets * TICKETS: MountainsFoundation.org $170 each $85 each $45 each $35 each $10 each FREE (General Admission / $5 Bench Seats) The Zone is designed to inspire creativity, connectivity and stewardship to the natural environment for children 2 to 7 years of age. Nine interactive areas to encourage outdoor exploration and unstructured play: a gathering area, nature art, messy materials, building, climbing and crawling, music and movement, pathways through planting, dirt digging, quiet area, and a large open area for unstructured play. “A fundraiser for Big Bear Discovery Center programming and forest restoration; produced by nonprofit Southern California Mountains Foundation.” Mirage ~ Vision