Since time immemorial, the Maara’yam people have inhabited the mountains, valleys and deserts of Southern California. The Yuhaaviatam (yu-HAH-vee-ah-tahm) of San Manuel Nation represent just one clan of the larger family. The Yuhaaviatam – People of the Pines – have...
Mountain Events
Mountain Events
LAE students lend support to troops, Blue Star Moms
Senior Blue Star Moms is a nation-wide organization of parents who have children serving in the military. We have a local chapter of Blue Star Moms who are the ones who install the banners recognizing those who are currently serving in the military. Staff members and...
Mountain Homeless Coalition hosts lunches in Lake Arrowhead and Big Bear
On November 13, the Mountain Homeless Coalition will host two luncheons, one in Lake Arrowhead and one in Big Bear, to “spread the warmth for those in need this winter.” Attendees will hear how MHC began, hear stories from clients and many more testimonies. This...
Mountain veterans honored at Arrowhead Ridge
By JULIANNE HOMOKAY Special to the Alpine Mountaineer With the Veterans Monument, Rotary’s recently unveiled peace pole and newly dedicated Land Trust donor and memorial wall, Arrowhead Ridge feels like a consecrated place. Polly Sauer’s words from the donor...
Scouts Conduct 25th Annual “Scouting for Food” Drive this Saturday
On Saturday, November 8, Scouts and Cubs from across the mountain will take part in their 25th annual Scouting for Food community service project. Since 2001, this event has brought together Scouts of all ages to help support Operation Provider, the local food bank,...
Celebrating the mountain’s new businesses
By Rhea-Frances Tetley Over the past month, several new businesses that have opened in the mountain communities have been honored by the chambers of commerce with grand opening ribbon cutting ceremonies. These business openings represent a confidence in the...









