7. September 2008 by Grayson.

Big Bear Lake is the perfect place for some peaceful paddling. You are allowed to paddle anywhere on Big Bear lake except within a few hundred feet of the dam. Here are the hotspots:

 Grout Bay has marshes and beaver dams to explore,
it is also next to a bald eagle preserve
where frequent sitings are noted.
The Grout Bay picnic area is a nice place to launch.
(Northwest side of the lake near town of Fawnskin)

Boulder Bay, on the southwest side of the lake
next to highway 18 is the most picturesque spot on the lake and
has a large parking area where you can launch.
Large boulders jut out of the water in a small bay.

China Island is a small island with oriental styled cottages
between Boulder Bay and the dam.
Paddle west from Boulder Bay
along the shore and you can’t miss it.
It was built before the water rose after they built the damn.

Paddling oportunities at the above spots are diminished
if the lake is more than 11 feet below full.
Check Current Big Bear Lake Conditions
Lake Statistics
Elevation 6743′
Length 7 miles
Average Lake Width 1/2 mile
Shoreline 22 miles
Maximum Water Depth 72′ 4″
Average Water Depth 35′
Lake Storage Capacity 73,370 Acre FeetDaily or yearly lake permits may be required depending on boat size.

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26. August 2008 by Grayson.

songza.com

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26. August 2008 by Grayson.

http://www.kk.org/cooltools/archives/002970.php

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13. August 2008 by Grayson.

I shop on ebay a lot. Ebay pays websites to send them traffic. Sign up for Kickitback.com, install a toolbar or bid from their site, ebay pays kickitback.com when you buy, and kickitback.com pays you a sizable portion of their commission.

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7. August 2008 by Grayson.

Real Estate Tip #628

Beware that certain types of marble used in countertops has been found to be releasing hazardous levels of radon gas. Some marble can contain high levels of Uranium releasing radiation and radon gas.

Bottom line, if you are buying a house with marble countertops, have it tested with a geiger counter!

Source:

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3. August 2008 by Grayson.

On your marks. Get Set. Run!

The first ever Big Bear Marathon is coming to Big Bear on
Saturday September 6th 2008!

The Big Bear Hostel has one of the best locations!
We are just 2 blocks from the Start/Finish line!

For more information, see the promoters website at:
HBTEVENTS.com

Be sure to check our availability and make a reservation early!

CLICK HERE FOR BIG BEAR HOSTEL RESERVATIONS / AVAILABILITY

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3. August 2008 by Grayson.

Yoshi Yoshino stayed at the hostel and taught us about the benefits of running barefoot!

Listen to the PBS interview:

http://www.kpbs.org/news/local?id=7294

“There isn’t a lot of scientific study on barefoot training. Research
has shown that wearing shoes to exercise takes more energy, and
that barefoot runners use about 4% less oxygen than shod runners.
Other studies suggest barefoot athletes naturally compensate for
the lack of cushioning and land more softly than runners in shoes,
putting less shock and strain on the rest of the body. Barefoot
runners also tend to land in the middle of their foot, which can
improve running form and reduce injury.”

- The Wall Street Journal

more info:

www.runningbarefoot.org

Barefoot Running Research - www.sportsci.org/jour/0103/mw.htm.

Rubber Feet - http://www.vibramfivefingers.com/

Chi Running

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3. August 2008 by Grayson.

Yes, compressed air is not as efficient as batteries. But batteries are dirty and cost a lot!

Get solar and drive one of these compressed air cars by 2010!

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Air_vehicle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QmqpGZv0YT4

http://zeropollutionmotors.us

http://www.popularmechanics.com/automotive/new_cars/4217016.html

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3. August 2008 by Grayson.

Yes 1and1 hosting has everything you need to install Magento

download magento downloader, unzip locally, ftp upload, change permissions to 777

follow directions here:

http://www.magentocommerce.com/boards/viewthread/3462/

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29. July 2008 by Grayson.

In 1967 the largest Joshua Tree in the world was discovered near Big Bear Lake!

I’ve been here for six years and hadn’t heard about this spot.

I wrote up the details near the bottom of this page:
http://joshuatreehostel.com/
promoting the Big Bear Hostel for travelers going to Joshua Tree NP.

Check it out!

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