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Page 2—March 2022From the PublisherLindsey’s redemption,Shaun’s retirement,Byron’s passingThoughts and flashes between thedots and dashes...There weren’t a lot of highlightsfor the United States at last month’sWinter Olympics in Beijing. But performancesby a couple of athletes with BigBear connections were sure worth cheeringabout...Redemption finally came for LindseyJacobellis in Beijing when she won not justthe first gold medal of her career insnowboard cross but a second one as well,teaming with Nick Baumgartner in the debutof the mixed version of the event. Puttingto rest at last controversy that haddogged her since the 2006 Games in Turin,her first Olympics, when she was just 20.Jacobellis was on her way to gold insnowboardcross on the next-to-last bigjump when she hammed it up with amethod grab that instead sent her sprawling.She still managed to nab silver aftergetting back up—that’s how far ahead shehad been—but for some her career wasdefined by that single mistake.She came to Big Bear promotingSupergirl Snow Pro a few years runningtill the virus came along and I did a phoneinterview with her right after thePyeongChang Games in 2018. Jacobellisdidn’t medal that year either, coming infourth, just .03 seconds from bronze. Ironically,till she took two golds last month inher fifth Olympics, her only previousmedal was the silver that should have beengold, as people continually reminded her.“That’s all the media talked about atthe Olympics,” she said in the interview,adding that she was “definitely” tired ofanswering questions about Torino. “It happened12 years ago. I just finished fourthin the world (at PyeongChang) and no onetalks about that.”Lindsey has 10 Winter X Games titlesto her credit, six world championships, andperhaps most impressive, an astounding31 World Cup victories. Not all insnowboardcross either; when she was 18she posted a halfpipe victory over 2002Olympic gold medalist Kelly Clark andwas bronze medalist at the 2003 X Gamesin slopestyle.None of which mattered to the mediatill her Olympic breakthrough. She told mein our interview she wanted to compete inthe Games again even though she was 32at the time, an age many athletes havegiven up competing at that level. She actuallycoached teammate Meghan Tierneyat a Mt. Hood camp when she was 11!Jacobellis is the most decoratedwomen’s snowboarder of all time and nowthat she’s added Olympic gold to her resume,her career is complete. Nice to seeredemption come her way. • •Shaun White practically grew up inBig Bear, though his official residence wasSan Diego. But he spent lots of time onthe slopes of Snow Summit and BearMountain; indeed the latter had one of hisearly season passes framed on the lodgewalls for years.Beijing was White’s fifth and finalOlympics. While he didn’t podium, finishingfourth in halfpipe, he already had hisshare of gold, winning in 2006, 2010 and2018 Games. Plus an incredible 18 medalsin X Games events in both summer andwinter (13 gold, three silver, two bronze).Plus 10 ESPYS, just for good measure.White is retiring from competition butstill has plenty on his plate. He’s active inthe business world, as an investor in a companycalled Masters, a four-week trainingregimen that lets people “train” with theworld’s top athletes including Olympians,NBA stars, Wimbledon champs and prosurfers. Visit mastersapp.com for details.Those who want to train like an Olympicsnowboarder can virtually workoutwith Shaun, picking up tips on his mentalhealth regimen, diet, even meditation rituals.More than just a workout app, Mastersallows users to exercise together in realtime, even interact with celebrity athletes. • •Big Bear Oktoberfest just won’t be thesame without his distinctive handlebarmustache and the long, loud alphorn heplayed so well.Byron Koenig passed away last monthin Palm Desert, where he and wife Carolesettled after moving from Big Bear severalyears ago. The pair had the dubiousdistinction of having not one but twohomes in Mississippi destroyed by hurricanesbefore returning to California.Byron and Carole continued to cometo Oktoberfest many fall weekends, servingas host and hostess. His feet-longalphorn was a fixture ringing in the eventeach year. “Takes a lot of hot air to blowit,” he would say, his mustache quiveringwith a smile.A fixture in Rotary, Byron left hismark on Oktoberfest as well as Big Bearand will be sorely missed.Have a good one.MarcusON THE COVER: Red Bull Plaza, just one of 20 different freestyle Parks for skiers andsnowboarders at the Big Bear resorts. —Photo courtesy Big Bear Mountain ResortVolume 33, Number 9 March 2022467816PublisherMarcus G. DietzAssociate PublisherSandra L. DietzPublishing ConsultantBret ColsonTechnical ConsultantCharles DietzPhotography/DistributionSteve DietzJohn DaskamMark GaugerIn This Issue...Big Bear TodayBig Bear Resorts Have Your Place to ParkWith nearly 300 features between Bear Mountain and SnowSummit, spread out in 20 separate zones, the Big Bear resortshave your place to Park. Ride a Rail, Hit a Hip, Jam a Jump inall shapes and sizes, for all ability levels. Especially cool isBear’s Red Bull Plaza (front cover), recently revamped andwith two parties this month on the snow to show it off.Still Waiting for Pip, Peep from Eagle EggsBald eagle aficionados are waiting for a pip or peep out ofeggs laid in late January as Big Bear Today went to press.Enjoy a nest-eye view of the egg-citing show by watching thelive feed online, hopefully with better results than the past fewyears when sadly none of the eggs or eaglets survived. Wehave the scoop right here...Resort Shorts—Happenings at Summit, BearMarch is always the busiest month of winter at the resorts and2022 is no exception. If you carry a Chase Sapphire creditcard there’s a party and perks just for you, and everyone canget in on the fun at the annual USARC Ski-A-Thon. LastUniform Days too plus assorted ways to save a buck.Pre-St. Patrick’s Day Party at Wyatt’sWear your green and get ready to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day alittle early with Irish food and drink—yes there’s green beer.Live music by festival favorites Kris Colt and the Black RoseBand, Lucky Charms eating contest and more!Hike, Bike, Skate, Stroll on Pedal PathJust about any list of Big Bear must-dos has to include AlpinePedal Path on the north shore. The level, paved path hugs theshoreline for 3.2 miles, winding through and past cool spotslike the Carol Morrison boat launch, picnic areas, Serranocampground, even the Solar Observatory. Lake views too!Give the forest a helping hand asGreenthumbs days return; see page 3DEPARTMENTS231314From the PublisherPotpourriArea Map/Calendar of EventsThe AlmanacBig Bear's most completelistings for recreation,dining, and more.Big Bear Today is a monthly magazine covering recreation,dining, nightlife, and events in Big Bear. Reproduction of anymaterial, without the express written consent of the Publisher,is prohibited. Advertising/editorial, call Big Bear Today at (909)585-5533. Mailing address: PO Box 3180, Big Bear City, CA,92314. E-Mail: bigbeartoday@verizon.net. Member, Visit BigBear and Big Bear Chamber of Commerce. Internet Address:bigbeartodaymag.comProduction: Offset printing by G.W. Reed Printing, Inc.Color prepress by 2-Bit Studio.Manuscripts and Art: Contributions are welcome. BigBear Today is not responsible nor liable for unsolicitedmanuscripts or art. Materials received will not be returned.© Copyright 2022 Big Bear Today
Big Bear Today March 2022—Page 3POTPOURRIRide to Village, zoo, restaurants, more, all for free!Free trolley ridesbest way to resortsBest way to get to the ski resorts thisseason is aboard the new Mountain Transitfree trolley service, running daily toSnow Summit and Bear Mountain alongwith other popular destinations.Forget about finding a place to parkor having to pay to start your ski orsnowboard day. Just hop on the trolleyfrom locations throughout Big Bear Valleyand leave the driving and negotiatingtraffic to Mountain Transit. Catch the trolleyat the supermarkets, Big Bear Village,in front of lodging properties and elsewhere.No matter where you’re stayingyou’re close to a free ride to the resorts!Plus you’ll be dropped off right infront of the ticket windows at Snow Summitand Bear Mountain, just steps from thefun. At the end of the day return on thetrolley for free as well.Not going to the resorts? Popular visitordestinations like the Village, restaurants,grocery stores and more are servicedby the free ride. Go shopping, visit restaurants,lodges, Big Bear Alpine Zoo andmore as the trolley rolls through each areaevery 30 minutes, so the wait is never long.It’s the environmental and budget-friendlyway to do Big Bear.The new service is offered 15 hourseach day throughout Big Bear Valley, from6:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Previously the trolleyran only on weekends but now the serviceis available daily. The trolley runs fromBoulder Bay to Big Bear Airport, first timethe latter has been serviced by public transportation.For schedules visit Mountain Transit’swebsite and check out maps for the Red,Gold and Blue Lines. Then just hop on thetrolley and ride for free! Also downloadthe free phone app which shows where trolleysare in real time.The free trolley service is a cooperativeeffort among Mountain Transit, theCity of Big Bear Lake, Big Bear Airport,San Bernardino County (Supervisor DawnRowe), Big Bear Mountain Resorts, andVisit Big Bear. It’s intended to make iteasier for residents and visitors to getaround Big Bear Valley and reduce trafficcongestion with a fun old-time ride.Visit MountainTransit.org for details.Three routes to choose from mean a free trolley ride is near by909.878.4FUNat North Shore Landing& Holloway’s MarinaPirate Ship Lake Tours Aboard ‘Time Bandit’Narrated lake tours aboard1/3 replica of a Spanish galleonseen in the movie ‘Time Bandits’• Pirate Booty for the Kids• Cocktails for Adults • Sunset Tours• Waverunners • Jet Skis• Sea Doos! • Kayaks, SUP• Wakeboard/Water Ski Rides• Poontoon Boatsand Fishing Boats!www.HollowaysMarina.com or www.BigBearBoating.comCOZY CHALETS WITH FIREPLACES & GREAT VIEWS...LOCATED AT SNOW SUMMIT'S BASE AREA...JUST STEPS TO THE SKI LIFTS!Also AvailableLakeside RV ParkwithFull Hookups!Remodeled Bathrooms and Storewww.800BigBear.comEnough Pause. Fast Forward to funwith Big Bear Today!Give the forest a helping hand during 7 monthly outings!Greenthumbs backwith volunteer daysGive the forest a helping hand by gettingyour hands dirty as part of a long-runningnative plant restoration volunteer programreturning March 12.Greenthumbs volunteers plant andseed native trees, shrubs and wildflowersacross many new sites while maintainingexisting projects. Volunteers learn to identify,collect and propagate native plants inthe Forest Service’s newly renovated nurseryfacilities. These efforts improve habitatfor wildlife, plants, Monarch butterflyand other pollinators.Big Bear Ranger Station itself has twogreenhouses, a lathe house, and seed storageshed, and volunteers use these facilitiesto grow and outplant thousands of nativeplants from seed they collect, to givethe forest a hand in its regenerative efforts.Hundreds of acres of habitat have been enhancedin the process for wildlife, federallylisted plants and animals, and other degradedlands in the program since its inceptionin 1998.Covid-compliant workdays last from9 a.m.-3 p.m. Bring a mask plus lunch,water, sun protection and sturdy shoes.Gloves, tools, restrooms and hand sanitizerwill be provided.Subsequent 2022 Greenthumbs daysare set for April 23, May 14, June 11, July9, August 6, September 24 (National PublicLands Day) and October 29. Call (909)382-2809 to pre-register or emailmegan.clement@usda.gov.If You Can’t Pick Us Up...CLICK US UP!bigbeartodaymag.comTime to Push Play!Packed with all the ways to get out and just have FUN,from the lake to the trails.Social Distance on a bike, take a hike, drop a line,make time for nine (holes, that is).Keep your distance, and your sanity, with Big Bear Today!And when you can'tPICK US UP,then CLICK US UPfor online adventure!The Mountain’s Monthly Lifestyle Magazinewww.BigBearTodayMag.com
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