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In Big Bear, our greatest gift is the natural environment. As locals and visitors, we share a responsibility to be stewards for these beautiful surroundings. There's always a way to leave a positive impact on the environment, whether you're clearing away litter, sticking to marked trails, observing wildlife from afar or joining in volunteer opportunities in the valley.

Action is the only remedy to indifference. Elie Wiesel

Get Connected with Volunteer Opportunities in Big Bear

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Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities

Holcomb Valley Trail Run & Highlander Adventure

Various positions available from June 13 - 21.

Trail running and hiking events are aplenty this spring and summer, and volunteers are a major contributor to their success, so join in!

Volunteers for the Holcomb Valley Trail Run are needed for registration and check-in, aid station support, and course marshalling.

Please email Susie Schmelzer at info@runbigbear.com OR susie@highlanderadventure.com to submit your interest or to ask about volunteer positions for Highlander Adventure.

Trail Work Day

Join the Southern California Mountains Foundation while they do important work to maintain the Maple Hills Trail Complex. Trail work includes: dirt work, brush work, and litter control. Be sure to bring your friends and family along, the more the merrier!

Dates:

  • Thur. July 10
  • Thur. Aug 14
  • Thur. Sept 11
  • Thur. Oct 9

Time:

  • 4 PM - 7 PM

Gloves, tools, snacks, and drinks will be provided. Be sure to wear long pants and closed toed shoes. Roughly 1 week before the event you will receive exact trail location information. With support from Care For Big Bear

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