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Be a Travel Hero KEEP AN EMERGENCY CAR KIT STOCKED WITH THESE WINTERDRIVING NECESSITIES: • Blankets • Nonperishable food and bottled water • Hand warmers • Waterproof gloves • Kitty litter (to provide traction on slick roads, in case you — or someone else — gets stuck) • Battery-powered cell phone charger • Flashlight • Extra batteries • First-aid kit • Ice scraper
Avoid wintertime driving mishaps by following these tips to ensure a safe and uneventful trip to Big Bear Lake. Get here safely, and be the hero of your group. SAFETY FIRST
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When visiting in the winter, remember to: • Take it slow. Allow ample time to get to Big Bear and, as you’re driving here, leave plenty of distance between your car and the car ahead of you. • Keep your windows and windshield clear. When you notice ice buildup, stop at a safe turnout to use a brush or scraper to remove it to clear the view. • Keep your gas tank full in the unlikely event of a road closure or detour due to snow. • Ensure your cell phone is fully charged before you hit the road. • Before leaving home, print out a map of the area in case your cell service drops along the way. Find maps and alternate routes to Big Bear at bigbear.com/travel-tools/maps
When traveling to the California mountains, you must carry tire chains in your vehicle from November 1 to April 30.
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• Buy chains before heading to Big Bear. While chains are sold at most auto supply shops, hardware stores, and convenience stores, they often sell out quickly when conditions are snowy. • To buy the right set of chains, you need to know whether your car is front- or rear-wheel drive. • Check your owner’s manual for helpful specs, like tire size. • Keep gloves in the car to wear while chaining your tires. • Go slow in the snow. Drive 20 30 mph when chains are on. • For tips on installing chains, visit dot.ca.gov/travel/ winter-driving-tips/
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