Southern California wildlife activist and longtime executive director of Friends of Big Bear Valley, Sandy Steers, died on February 11, 2026, due to cancer.
Sandy Steers had previously battled cancer about 30 years ago. At that time, she was diagnosed with stage four cancer and successfully overcame the disease after treatment.
Her recovery was seen as remarkable. However, later in her life, she was diagnosed with cancer again.
Following her earlier battle decades ago, Steers publicly shared that the experience changed her life. In her personal biography, she mentioned;
Sandy Steers has over 30 years of experience in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Shamanic Healing (Inca tradition), Channeling/Energy Reading, Intuitive Energy Medicine and Past Life Transformation, along with other healing modalities. Originally a biologist, systems analyst/designer and entrepreneur, her passion and life changed direction after healing from stage 4 cancer utilizing alternative techniques and learning about the tremendous power we each have inside of us.
Her passing has not only brought grief to her family but also to the entire community, who are mourning and remembering her active deeds and contributions to the community.
Sandy Steers began her professional path as a biologist, deeply interested in wildlife and conservation.
Her scientific background gave her the tools to understand ecosystems and the importance of protecting natural habitats.
This foundation shaped the rest of her career, as she moved into leadership roles that combined science with advocacy.
In the early 2000s, she became involved with Friends of Big Bear Valley (FOBBV), a nonprofit dedicated to protecting wildlife and natural spaces in Southern California.
By 2001, she was serving as the executive director, a position she held for nearly 25 years. Under her leadership, the organization grew into a respected voice for conservation in the region.
Steers became best known for her work with bald eagles in Big Bear Valley, especially the famous pair Jackie and Shadow.
She helped launch the Big Bear Eagle Cam, a livestream that allowed millions of people worldwide to watch the daily lives of the eagles in their nest. This project not only educated the public but also built a global community of nature lovers who connected with the birds.
By the time of her passing in February 2026, Sandy Steers had become a symbol of wildlife conservation in Southern California.
She blended her scientific expertise with public outreach, inspiring countless people to care about nature. Her work with Friends of Big Bear Valley and the eagle cam project ensured that her impact would continue long after her lifetime.
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