The Southern California Mountains Foundation’s Urban Conservation Corps removed and recycled nearly 300 illegally dumped tires from U.S. Forest Service land. This site represents one of the most extensive illegal dumping areas our team has encountered on public lands. While removing 300 tires has made an important impact, it is only the beginning, and our…
Congratulations to the Southern California Mountains Foundation’s UCC Corpsmembers for the month of February! From San Bernardino, we have John Ross Garcia, who says, “I am 19 years old from Fontana, California. I have been with the Urban Conservation Corps for six months, where I’ve had the opportunity to work with many different personalities and…
As the snow begins to melt and the sunshine returns to the mountains, spring brings new opportunities to reconnect with the outdoors and give back to the landscapes we love. The Southern California Mountains Foundation offers many ways to volunteer throughout the season, from hiking trails and habitat restoration to educational programs and community engagement. Whether…
It is with deep sadness that the Southern California Mountains Foundation shares the passing of longtime Board Member Stan Miller. Stan joined the Foundation’s Board of Directors in 2007 and gave nearly two decades of dedicated service to our organization. During that time, he generously shared his time, insight, and leadership in support of the…
SAN BERNARDINO, Calif., March 2, 2026 — The Southern California Mountains Foundation is seeking comments from the public on two preliminary grants submitted to the State of California to fund off-highway vehicle (OHV) restoration on the San Bernardino National Forest and lands managed by the Coachella Valley Conservation Commission. Draft applications, based on public and…
Congratulations to our January Corpsmembers of the month for 2026! Marco Bautista is Corpsmember of the month at the Coachella Site. He has been an outstanding Corpsmember since joining the Corps!!He is always on time and ready to work and help others. Here is a little more about Marco. “I am 23 years old and…
SAN BERNARDINO, Calif., February 9, 2026 –The Southern California Mountains Foundation (SCMF) is seeking public and stakeholder comments regarding its intent to apply for upcoming 2027 grants from the State of California Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Division (OHMVRD). This opens the first public comment period, which is an opportunity to give feedback on what the…
The summer's biggest event is already in the works - mark your calendars for Big Bear's favorite concert series: July 11th & 15th, August 8th & 22nd, September 5th. Season Passes and Tickets will be available early Spring. All proceeds made through Music in the Mountains go right back into supporting Public Lands. Music In…
At SCMF, we see taking care of nature as a form of wellness and self care. By giving back to nature, we give back to not only our own well-being, but also to our future generations. Help us to educate visitors, restore forests and maintain trails. Keep the local community thriving by keeping the connection…