This past Saturday, the Southern California Mountains Foundation’s Big Bear Trails Programhosted our 5th Annual Treats & Trails event — and what a fantastic day it was! Taking place along Big Bear’s scenic Rathbun Trail, the event celebrated outdoor recreation,community partnerships, and the joy of exploring our beautiful city trails. Families, friends, andoutdoor enthusiasts came…
Nestled along the banks of the Santa Ana River in Jurupa Valley, Louis Robidoux Parkland & Pecan Grove (LRPPG) is a 40-acre oasis bringing together history, ecology, and vibrant community engagement. Over the past several years, the site has evolved into a dynamic landscape of restoration and learning - all made possible through deeply rooted…
This month, the Southern California Mountains Foundation proudly celebrates the remarkable career and retirement of Sandy Bonilla, co-founder of the Urban Conservation Corps (UCC) and a true champion for youth development and conservation. A Career Dedicated to Empowering Youth Sandy’s journey in service began long before she joined SCMF. From her early work in San…
Each year, National Public Lands Day brings communities together to care for the forests, trails, and open spaces we all share. This year, the Southern California Mountains Foundation was proud to once again partner with Yamaha to celebrate the occasion with a day of hands-on restoration at the Pinnacles OHV Staging Area in the San…
As summer fades and we see some cooler temperatures, it’s the perfect time to hit the trails around Big Bear. The Southern California Mountains Foundation’s Big Bear Trails Program maintains over 70 miles of non-motorized trails , offering routes for every level - whether you’re strolling with the family, adventuring with your dog, or seeking…
SCMF UCC Join Inland Empire Regional Meeting on Wildfire Resilience The Southern California Mountains Foundation (SCMF) and our Urban Conservation Corps (UCC) were proud to participate in the Inland Empire Regional Meeting, hosted by the California Wildfire & Forest Resilience Task Force at the University of Redlands. This gathering brought together leaders in landscape health,…
Restoring Meadows, Rebuilding Habitats: Green Thumbs Volunteer Day In August, Southern California Mountains Foundation’s Green Thumbs volunteers participated in an event at the Children’s Forest nursery in Running Springs for a day dedicated to meadow restoration. Together, volunteers, staff, and partners worked side by side to repair areas impacted by dozer lines used during the…
Featured in Time Out Los Angeles: Big Bear Discovery Center Highlights Time Out LA’s “Big Bear Discovery Center” feature spotlights the Discovery Center as a top destination for nature-minded visitors. It specifically calls out our amphitheater’s summer performances. Being featured here is an honor - it places Music in the Mountains not only on the…
Every month, the Urban Conservation Corps of the Inland Empire highlights Corpsmembers who demonstrate hard work, leadership, and teamwork in the field. For August 2025, we are proud to recognize Perryon Coleman from our San Bernardino crew and Gabriel Cisneros from our Coachella Valley crew! San Bernardino: Perryon Coleman At 21 years old, Perryon Coleman…