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 HIKING & BIKING THE TRAILS AT BIG BEAR 
Big Bear Lake is quickly becoming known as the hot spot for classic east coast single track. Years of trail development, by experienced mountain bikers have created a trail system that will have you grinning ear to ear. The terrain has everything to offer; gradual climbs, large embedded rocks, tight slaloms, challenging rock gardens, and off the saddle downhills. Miles of trail wind through knee deep ferns and flora, soft needle pine plantations and groves of mountain laurel. Riders of all ages and abilities will find trails to fit their individual riding skills and need for adrenaline. Big Bear is the place to bring the entire family to experience mountain biking at its best. We make it easy to find your way around. Four distinct loops, ranging from 8 miles to 23 miles each, are marked with color coded arrows. Each loop has varying degrees of difficulty to match your riding abilities. Trail maps are also provided at the main entrance to customize our own ride. A system of checking in and out allows for an added degree of safety. All trails may be used for hiking and x-c skiing. Cyclists enjoying trails at Big Bear Lake may inquire about overnight camping sites with Beaver Creek Village. Families and groups of all ages have enjoyed camping, cycling, and hiking in the 4, 000 acres of the impressive 27 miles of existing paved road, gravel roads, scenic single track, rock gardens, and heart pounding descents! Big Bear Lake is conveniently located at Exit 29 on Interstate 68. Only miles from the Maryland state line. This is within a three-hour drive from several major cities. Treat yourself to the trails West Virginia's top expert cyclists train on, and several 6 year old's too! General Information1. Trails are open Jan 1 to Oct 1 2. Fee is $5.00 per rider a day 3. Season pass $30.00. 4. Large color map included in fee. 5. Children under 6 free. 6. Camping available at Beaver Creek Village sites. 7. Helmets and personal safety equipment required 8. All riders must sign a release of liability form 2008 Events Mountain bike & Running Races 15th Annual Big Bear Lake Mountain Bike ClassicSunday, April 20, 2008 X-C Race 12:00 Start Registration begins 9 am inside front entrance, look for signs. WVMBA Sanctioned event #3 The annual Big Bear Lake Mountain Bike Classic will be held Sunday, April 20 2008. This race is the WVMBA point's series event #3. We have an adrenaline charged mass start at high noon. The course starts on a one-mile stretch of pavement, which spreads the field before jumping into tight winding single track. Nearly all of the 21 miles of racing is in single/double track. This extremely fast and technical course is full of large embedded rocks, which provide wide grin racing for all skill levels. All expert racers will do a 21 mile loop. Sport racers will do a 16 mile loop. Beginner racers will do a shortened 7-mile loop. Two water stations are provided along the course.
The kid's race will be held at 10:00 Sunday morning just before the adult race. Young racers will be treated to a true "in the woods" kids course. All kid racers will receive medals and a hand dipped ice cream cone from the Big Bear County Store. Having the kid's race on Sunday provides a unique opportunity for the entire family to participate in a mountain bike event. Classes are ages 6 through 12, both girls and boys. Times are: Registration opens at 9:00 am Kids race at 10:00 am Start Time: 12:00 noon Classes: All WVMBA point classes, All expert classes will receive at least 100% cash payback purse and a $30 season pass to bike Big Bear. Hand thrown pottery prizes will be awarded at least 3 deep depending on class size to all other classes. Showers and bike wash are provided. Fees: Kids Race $5.00, WVMBA members $30.00, non-members $35.00 Pizza After Race Directions: Off I-68 exit # 29 Hazelton, WV, follows signs 3 miles south to Big Bear Lake. Camping on site: Primitive $5.00 per person, RV and Tent sites $10.00 per person. Motel: Maple Leaf Motel, Bruceton Mills, WV, 304-379-4075 Microtel, Hazelton, WV, 304-379-7900 Big Bear Lake 20 K Trail Run Saturday May 3, 2008 Start time 9:00 am Trail Run Registration inside front gate Registration: $20 pre-registered by April 28th, $25 after April 28th and on race day (8:00 - 8:45AM). Details: T-shirts for pre-registered entries only. Two water stops along the course with post-race food and refreshments provided. Race starts at 9:00am. Contact: Heather Parks hbury98@hotmail.com or (304) 216-4467 Awards: Male and Female: Top 2 Overall, Top 2 in each 10 year age group. About WVMTR: The objective of the WVMTR is to encourage running and the healthy, positive qualities running encompasses. They achieve this by holding a trail run series, races, non-competitive club runs, social events, assisting other organizations with running events, and in general just running around having fun. They are a non-profit organization and are affiliated with the Road Runners Club of America. 24-HR of Big Bear June 7-8th 2008 Details at grannygear.com 12 Hour Trail Run Race July 19, 2008 Start 7:00 am 6.5 mile laps This is a 12 hour trail run starting at 7am and going until 7pm. It is run on a approximately 6.5 mile loop and athletes must check in on each loop. There will be a water stop at the beginning of the loop and another water stop at half way, but carrying your own water is encouraged. You can run as a solo, duo team (2 person team), 4 person team, or a "Just for Fun" team of any number more than 4. The trail is only of moderate difficulty and is suitable for trail runners of all levels. The Goods: $25 per person! T-shirt, on-site camping (call ahead please), aid station, post-race feed, and one great time. Camping is available at the start/finish area. Please call ahead. Hazelton Microtel is also available at I-68 exit 29, three miles north of Big Bear Lake. Registration is due by July 12th. No late registrations will be accepted. Packet Pick-up can be done on July 11th until 6pm or on race morning until 6:45am. CONTACT: Heather Parks Big Bear Lake Camplands 304-379-6411 Route 3 Box 203 Bruceton Mills, WV 26525 Entry Fees: $25 per person (i.e. $25 solo, $50 duo team, $100 team of 4, $24 x #of runners for Fun team) Big Bear Ultra Mountain Bike RaceSaturday, September 13, 2008 8:00 am start 65 mile Approximate distance WVMBA ultra event # 7 The Big Bear Ultra is the 7th race in the WVMBA ultra series. It is a mountain bike race that tests the participants, endurance & ability. Only well conditioned cyclists should attempt this event. Registration will be open Friday evening between 6 and 9pm and Saturday morning at 6am. Course: The course will be a single loop covering between 50 to 60 miles (still exploring different routes). We will start with most of the single track within Big Bear, approximately 25 miles. Then follow old jeep roads and gravel county roadways across Briery Mountain for about 30 miles. Expect to climb over 4,000 feet. The course will be well marked and maps will be provided. Please be aware, due to the length and nature of the course we can not guarantee all markings will be in place. It is up to the racer to watch for the signs and follow the map. At least 4 aid stations will be in place with water and snacks. The last aid station will have a cut off time of 10 hours. Cost: $60 WVMBA members, $65 non-members Tee shirts to all racers with food and beverages afterwards Weekend camping at Beaver Creek is free for all racers and $15 for non-racing guest Classes: open men and women, master men 45+, single speed Lodging is available at the new Microtel in Hazelton. Ask for the special Big Bear Ultra discount. 304-379-7900 For more information about bike trails contact: Mark Schooley, 304-379-4382, or at bentfattire@aol.com. Big Bear Lake is a proud member of WVMBA & IMBA
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