Celebrate National Public Lands Day on September 26th by giving back to the places we all love. Whether you’re maintaining trails in Big Bear or planting native species, collecting seed and learning about pollinators in Lake Arrowhead, every action helps care for our public lands. Choose the opportunity that works for you and come join…
Join us for Wings Over Big Bear, a special two-day event remembering and celebrating Jackie the bald eagle and the incredible wildlife of Big Bear Valley. The celebration begins October 3 at 10 a.m. at Bear Mountain Ski Resort with a commemoration ceremony, followed by a Wildlife Education Day on October 4. We invite our…
Congratulations to SCMF’s Corpsmembers of the month of August!! From the San Bernardino crew we have Kayla, “Hi my name is Kayla Sabio. I am 23 years old and from Fontana CA. I have been at the UCC for 8months. I love working with kids and making environmental education accessible. Others should join the team…
Another incredible season of Music in the Mountains is officially in the books! Thank you to our generous sponsors, dedicated volunteers and everyone who joined us to dance under the stars. Every ticket purchased and every evening spent with us helps support the conservation, restoration and recreation programs that care for our public lands. You…
SCMF’s Urban Conservation Corps is helping protect sensitive habitat in the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument through restoration, cleanup, and visitor education. From April through June, UCC crews repaired 1 mile of fencing to help prevent unauthorized OHV access into protected areas. Crews also installed educational and regulatory signs and hosted four outreach…
The Southern California Mountains Foundation is happy to announce Corpsmembers of the month for July! In San Bernardino is Carlos Martinez, he says, “I am 19 years old and I am Originally from Escondido CA. I’ve been with the UCC since March 2026. Working is fun in my opinion and I like working with people…
This month, our community said goodbye to Jackie, one of Big Bear Valley’s most beloved bald eagles. Since hatching here in 2012, Jackie inspired people around the world to learn more about bald eagles and the importance of protecting wildlife habitat. Her story is a reminder that we all leave a conservation footprint. Simple actions,…
This month has been a powerful reminder that caring for our planet goes beyond a single day - it’s a shared, ongoing effort. From our Earth Day celebration at the Big Bear Discovery Center to Volunteer Appreciation Week, we’ve seen what’s possible when community comes together. Our Urban Conservation Corps crews have been hard…
We’re excited to share the Southern California Mountains Foundation’s 2024 Annual Report, highlighting a year of progress, partnership, and meaningful impact across our mountain communities. From restoring 320 acres of habitat and maintaining 15.5 miles of trails to engaging over 118,000 visitors through education programs and supporting 130 Corpsmembers through paid job training, this year’s…
