Why is there Gold in the Big Bear Valley?
We are thrilled to introduce our first self-drive tour
From seafloor to mountain: the story of gold
Have you ever been amazed by hearing about gold in the beautiful San Bernardino Mountains and wondered how it got there? These are the questions that often spark the interest of visitors to our shop. People always want to know where to find the awesome Eye of God and what minerals can be found on the mountainside. Well, wonder no more! Gems of the West is excited to announce the launch of our self-drive guided tour of the valley, featuring the Eye of God, a disused gold mine, how the dam made the beautiful valley we know today and much, much more.
When you book this thrilling adventure at our store, you'll get an e-guide explaining how the mountains were formed, and our online tour guide will share fascinating facts about the valley. Plus, you'll get a 20% discount when you book in-store. If you're curious about our new self-guided tour of the Big Bear Valley, visit storiesfromdeeptime.info . Click on “Stories” and choose ”From Seafloor to Mountain: The Story of Gold” for all the details! Don't miss this amazing chance to explore the wonders of the Big Bear Valley!
Tour price: $36 per car/group of up to 8 people. Please visit the store to get your 20% discount.
You will also need to buy a San Bernardino Adventure pass which is not included in the price. Cost $5 per car from 7-eleven at 41440 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
“What was T.rex Really Like?” - available now
The first course is now available on our unique online school
Explore the fascinating world of T.Rex at our online school! Scientists have recently uncovered new details about how this incredible creature lived. T.rex could not roar as it did in Jurassic Park, but it could make communicate. You can now listen to the sounds it made, see it how it walked, and learn about its ability to make simple tools. There is so much more now being discovered about this iconic dinosaur.
This course can be followed if you are:
interested in dinosaurs - the video is about the story of T.rex as it has developed over the years;
a student developing a project and need to know more - download the 28 page e-book, packed with fascinating detail about modern discoveries;
studying T.rex as part of an advanced course - go to and download any of the 28 scientific research papers referenced as part of the course.
There is a lot in this course fro anyone at any level.
- don't miss this exciting opportunity to delve into the world of the T.Rex!
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for more information and the course
Big Bear Dinofest
November 1st to December 31st
This years featuring:
What really killed the Dinosaurs?; and
Carcharodontosaurus, the huge meat eater with a 5ft long head!
Come to our store and learn about these amazing aspects of the story of the dinosaurs. We will have educational exhibits suitable for kids and adults telling these two stories as they are now understood by scientists. There will be take away information and you are encouraged to take photographs.
Our store has been desribed by customers as “ a museum where you can handle and buy things!” Our Dinofest will be no different. We will have real and replica dinosaur teeth and claws as well as our ever popular Coprolite (dinosaur poop) and much more, to suit all budgets. If you are looking for something special for Christmas, look no further. We can offer spectacular gifts as well as stocking stuffers.
For group visits such as adult groups or home schoolers, please contact us by email on janet@gemsofthewest.co. For more information please follow Gems of the West on Face book.
