Friendly, very supportive, community minded, Love the social…read moreactivities Many are open to the public. The faculties are well kept. Improvements being made on a monthly bases.

Okay, if there were 6-stars available...I'd give it to them! Let's start with Dave the bartender…read more(the handsome dude). This guy gives OVER THE TOP exceptional service. He has years of experience tending bar and takes pride in his bar tending skills. He is also very knowledgeable about the community of Big Bear and is always available to assist you with any questions. The food menu is outstanding and I highly recommend it. As an Elks Lodge member in Huntington Beach (#1959), my wife Lori and I always make it a point to drop into this beautiful lodge when we come to town! Tell him Matt and Lori sent you!

Camp Whittle is owned and operated by the Los Angeles YMCA and has an excellent sleep away summer…read moreand winter camp program for kids of all ages in Big Bear Lake! My child has gone for years and has enjoyed learning so much from so many incredible staff!! I highly recommend camp whittle for children of all ages even teenagers looking to learn how to be a camp counselor!! Camp whittle gets kids away from iPhones and into the forest where they have fun and make friends!!!!

It was my son's first 7 day away from home camp and he absolutely LOVED it! The camp director and…read morestaff were amazing! The program is well organized and filled with fun and exciting activities, My 12 year old had a wonderful time and is looking forward to participating again next summer!

Very nice location. Close to shopping, food, trails and activities. Needs desperate renovations…read more Pool table and hair hockey table are surviving barely with tape. Stairs falling apart. Bring lots of blankets and pillows because mattress are old and thin. Kitchen dishwasher not working well either.

I was up fishing in the lake the Saturday morning a few weeks ago when it snowed really well…read more Around 10am we decided it was too cold and windy, not to mention it was snowing like crazy, so we stopped fishing and decided to start drinking. Or actually to continue drinking but someplace warmer. So I called the Legion and was told that they had opened early, since the bartender was worried if she waited till later she would be unable to get there because of the rapidly accumulating snow. Wow! Awesome attitude, one of the reasons why the Legion is so the best place to hang out with the best people in America. We packed up and made our way around the lake and had a great time before heading back down the hill.

Not clean, not a friendly place . People there are not truthful. Sad that this is suppose to be a…read moresafe place but I never felt safe there. Some people are allowed to get away with whatever they say or do. One of the legion members was allowed to come in and to yell at the Auxiliary meeting. Wasn't kicked out, the commander did nothing, the bar manager did nothing . It's taken me months to talk about this. It was actually scary. I wanted to dial 911. I could go on but who got the blame . You guessed it because I wanted to make a report. Next day I got an email.

Can't believe there aren't reviews for the best and hardest working Chamber of Commerce! As a…read morebusiness owner and Chamber represented business, I feel good in the future of doing business here in town. Great staff and fun events. Free Networking opportunities. Well represented in local politics. Great resource for visitors and locals.

Active participants in the effort to make Big Bear GREAT. Elegant, honest, hardworking group of…read morewomen and men. Inspiring to say the least. Leaders among their peers. Our town is Lucky to have them. Also the mixers are a real pleasure if you have never been. If you haven't yet ...give them a call.

It's now our go to place ..Great food , great service ... we've had Lauren every time we've been as…read moreour server and she's the best ever. Such an awesome person !! And can't forget the bartender Libni. Great people. Thanks will be back real soon

Valentine's Day Disaster -- Avoid…read more Made a reservation for the Valentine's Day special. After over an HOUR of waiting, still no food -- and no indication it was coming anytime soon. We eventually gave up and left. If you can't handle reservations on a holiday, don't take them. Complete waste of a special evening. Save yourself the frustration and go literally anywhere else in Big Bear.

Great place.I find lots of wonderful things and it is one of my favorite thrift stores.read more

* This review is for this organization's fundraising thrift store located at the corner of Hwy 111…read moreand Fred Waring, tucked into the same mall as the now-derelict Tilted Kilt.* Make plans to stop by this relatively new addition to the already robust lineup of charity thrift stores in the Palm Desert/Rancho Mirage area. Opened in Fall 2021, Elder Love is a little hole in the wall with super friendly staff, an awesome playlist, and (as it's street name would suggest) an eclectic mix of vintage and current brands. The assortment of clothes was small as of November 2021. But it was a nice mix of vintage designer and cool trendy styles, for both men and women. For such a small space, it also packs in a wonderful assortment of pictures and artwork, furniture, and dish-ware. It's location is also ideal for a multi-store trip. You can hit Elder Love, Collector's Corner, Goodwill, and the ACS Discovery Store in rapid succession since they are all 5 mins away or less from each other. Flash 50% sales in Mondays. And they also serve sparkling wine on Fridays so, plan accordingly. :-) Store is open daily 10 AM to 5 PM. Phone 442-274-2191. You can also DM them on Facebook to check on holiday schedules.

BEST WEDDING VENUE EVER!…read more My husband and I dreamed of a wedding where everyone could stay together onsite, immersed in nature, with no worries about driving after a night of fun, and Camp Osito Rancho made that dream a reality. Our families stayed in the health center, lodge, and electrified cabins, while our friends embraced the adventure of summer cabins and tents. The venue offers so many stunning spaces, from the spacious dining hall for meals to the stage/amphitheater with fire pits--perfect for s'mores and late-night stories. We exchanged vows at the top of a hill near the outdoor pavilion, with a gorgeous backdrop of pine trees and a view of Big Bear Lake in the distance. We were able to offer our guests camp activities like archery and a pool day, as well as had room to setup other activities like craft tables and lawn games. The biggest perk was the complete freedom to choose our own vendors, allowing us to create a truly personalized experience (huge shoutout to Scratch Kitchen for catering--our guests still rave about the food). We spent a year making signs, collecting décor, buying solar lights, and crafting to transform this Girl Scout camp into a full-blown wedding festival. If you're up for planning the details, this venue is the ultimate blank canvas. Last but not least, the Camp Osito Rancho team is absolutely amazing. A huge thanks to Angel for her help throughout the year, Ryan for his help throughout the weekend, and to Gerardo for the tour that sold us from the start. For a wedding that feels like an unforgettable getaway, this place is pure magic

Amazing camp!! Came with sweet elite Girl Scouts 2020. My daughter canoed, rode horses, zip lined,…read morelearned archery. So many activities. Well worth the work. Beautiful campsite.

Frank is very kind, and made it easy to donate to his organization! I feel pleased to know that my…read moreitems will be going to veterans in need. I am thankful for the opportunity to give back to those who have served and their families. I will definitely be donating more in the future. Thank you!

From the owner: How We Are Different Than Other Organizations: Relief…read moreFoundation For Veterans is a vital nonprofit organization, that is dedicated to removing any barriers between veterans and the assistance they are in need of. We are the one-stop-shop to all veteran-related needs. With us, veterans may receive help with housing, credit repair, mental health assistance and obtaining emotional support pets. And that's just the top of the list. Our goals and provisions are dedicated to veterans and their immediate family members. We are one of the very few foundations that are willing to help out veterans who have a dishonorable discharge, (some conditions do apply), and also raise awareness of available opportunities to them while providing additional services of our own at the same time.

I was referred to Option House by the San Bernardino Family Court. I was taken care of in a…read moreprofessional manner from beginning to end. From the phone call they make to schedule an appointment to the service I received from Veronica Ramirez. Veronica was SUCH A WEALTH OF INFORMATION! I couldn't have asked for anyone better to help me. I am beyond appreciative and grateful for all the help and support I received from her. She opened my eyes and guided me through such a tough process. She gave me the confidence I needed to get through my process of filing orders. She has such a passion for the work she does and the help she gives, and it shows! Without a doubt! THANK YOU AGAIN VERONICA! YOU ARE BEYOND AWESOME!

I am writing this review to share my concerns regarding the Shelter Director's conduct during my…read morerecent stay at Option House. It's important for the integrity of the program and the safety and well-being of clients to address these matters. During my time at the shelter, the Director was rarely present. When she did come in, her behavior was deeply unprofessional and concerning. On multiple occasions, she: * Spoke negatively about other staff members and shared personal problems inappropriately with residents. * Appeared to be under the influence. * She had a male visitor in her office for extended periods, and the door was closed. * Spoke to residents in an unprofessional and inappropriate manner, using street slang and disrespectful language that made many of us feel uncomfortable and unsafe. This kind of behavior is not reflective of the trauma-informed, respectful, and supportive environment that domestic violence survivors need. I am disappointed and hope this feedback will be taken seriously to improve the experience for future residents. Thank you for your time and for the work you do to support survivors. From, Former Resident