Kernville also, whiskey flat, rogersville and williamsburg is a former settlement in the kern river valley of the sierra nevada, in kern county, california established in 1858 as a gold camp, the town was renamed kernville in 1864. Read the full press announcement pdf for more information. Did you know part of captain marvel was filmed in oxnard. Many of the county roads on which you will be filming are under sonoma county jurisdiction by a prescriptive rightofway and not by a deeded rightofway. A kern county sheriffs deputy was arrested thursday on suspicion of spousal battery and false imprisonment, authorities said. Kern county film commission 1115 truxtun ave bakersfield, ca 93301 661 8687097 800 500 kern. Kern county comprises the bakersfield, california, metropolitan statistical area. He enjoys an amazing, traditional basque lunch and is treated to wonderful stories about basque culture in the area. It lay at an elevation of 2,575 feet 785 m near the presentday town of wofford heights most of the town was dismantled or relocated to higher ground by the. Filming is expected to wrap on the film sometime this week. In addition to a valid kern county film permit, a special event application issued by the roads department is required. The permits included productions for citibank, jeep, nissan, honda, disney movie, and titanfall 2.
Kern county film permits total 143 commercial1 52 corporate video. But on an eightacre property in oxnard, a carousel, spinning tea cups and a cotton candy stand are ready for business. Ca regional film offices california film commission. County maintained roads are available for filming at the discretion of the kern county roads department. This means that historical usage by the public and maintenance by the county allows the public the right to travel on these roads. Auditor controller county clerk kern county, california. Dec 01, 2019 tourism and filming activities are now functions of an office of county wide communications in the county administrative office, which absorbed board of trade responsibilities in 2012. Applications will be processed on a case by case basis.
Bakersfield and the surrounding area offer filmmakers a diverse range of locations for any type of production. Kern county film permits and roads permits are issued free, and our online permitting system makes the process fast and efficient. In 2016, the kern county film commission had a total of 189 permits. The kern county film commission, providing filming permits, location scouting assistance and other services for film, television and commercial production, as well as marketing kern county as a location for filming. Here are a collection of movies shot in kern county.
Jada montemarano looked back and compiled the popular movies that have been filmed in kern county. Filming in kern county is like shooting in your own back yard if your yard covers 8,172 square miles of mountain, valley and desert. Kern county film commission, 2101 oak st, bakersfield, ca 2020. The offices of the assessorrecorder, treasurertax collector, auditorcontrollercounty clerk, and the clerk of the board have prepared this property tax information site to provide tax payers with an overview of the property tax process in kern county.
The county spans the southern end of the central valley. In the show, billy bob thornton plays a lawyer who takes on cases against powerful figures. We are advising everyone to obey all state, county and city orders in effect regarding nonessential businesses. Management services department audit guy attacks kern county. County of kern filming permits kern county film commission 2101 oak street bakersfield, ca 93301. Established in 1858 as a gold camp, the town was renamed kernville in 1864. Find out what others 24, oceans, star trek and more already know. The filming for bonanza was done in and around kernville and lake isabella in june of 1964. In order to conduct filming and obtain the necessary. The kern river valley has been providing locations since 1916 and as you can see from the acting roster, many stars like john wayne, harry carey, bob steel, ken maynard, gene autry, william hopalong cassidy. On tuesday, october 8, 2019, the factfinding panel issued its final.
The kern county sheriffs office released few details about the domestic violence incident, saying only that it occurred wednesday and involved deputy lawrence thatcher. Bury me in kern county 1998 movies, tv, celebs, and more. The shows crew set up in an almond orchard on zerker road, just off seventh standard road. Our next event is the hgtv extreme home makeover viewing which is this sunday, february 16th and after a 10 year break, theyve come back in their filming again and the first house that they selected was for the mosely family here in kern county and the fox theatre is hosting a viewing. Kern countys official tourism bureau, providing visitor information and promoting kern county as a traveltourism destination. Movie filming outside the historic 1890 neill house in downtown kernville on october 5. Kern county prepares for starring role in upcoming film, top. Mar 22, 2018 march seems a bit early for the county fair. For documents sent via mail, return delivery can be expected within 46 weeks from the date of receipt. Today the kern county fire department announces the use of smart911, which enables its users to create a free, private, and secure safety pro. Requests for road closures may be considered on a casebycase basis. Kern county is no stranger when it comes to movies and television with hundreds of scenes shot within its borders.
For walkin recordings, the original document will be returned to the mailing address within 34 weeks of the recording date. To begin the process, a fully completed filming permit application and the applicable nonrefundable. Writer, director, and actress brianna young, a bakersfield native with a primarily kern county crew, will have the independent film bloomfield ready for film festivals and wider distribution by summer 2019. Kern county assessorrecorder kern county, california. If your group number is not shown please check back after 6pm or call 6618684700 or 8006488444 to receive a reminder message, text your badge number to 661 2007322. The southern san joaquin valley, the lower sierras, the upper mojave desert theyre all right here. Within the last couple of months extreme makeover weight loss and storage wars have been in town.
The boards action followed release of a report by the kern county grand jury which argued that the board of trade essentially no longer exists, with its economic development efforts now handled by the kern county economic development corporation, and tourism and filming promotion by an office of county wide communications in the county administrative office, which absorbed board. Think larger than massachusetts, new jersey or hawaii. The boards action followed release of a report by the kern county grand jury which argued that the board of trade essentially no longer exists, with its economic development efforts now handled by the kern county economic development corporation, and tourism and filming promotion by an office of county wide communications in the county administrative office, which absorbed. For walk in recordings, the original document will be returned to the mailing address within 34 weeks of the recording date. Kern county s official tourism bureau, providing visitor information and promoting kern county as a traveltourism destination. The kern county film commission, providing permits and services for film, television and commercial production, as well as marketing kern county as a location for filming. Kern county film commission the kern county film commission is the designated permitting authority for kern county. The shoot, which took place just outside kern county at the trona pinnacles, attracted the attention of hundreds of people vying to be extras in hbos hit show. The kern county fire department is monitoring the situation closely while working in partnership with our local, state, and federal partners to ensure the safety of our community and employees.
Filming special events permit types county of sonoma. Filming reality tv shows in kern county is also starting to become popular. Jun 19, 2017 kern county public works department mission statement. Hell, just kern valley alone has been the backdrop for dozens of movies and television shows including twilight zone and home improvement. Assessor 1115 truxtun avenue bakersfield ca 93301 85 mf except holidays about the assessor. Come see why popular tv shows and award winning movies have used bakersfield and kern county their backdrop. Recently, a casting call was announced as the show seeks extras for a scene that will be shot in the ridgecrest area of kern, california. Kern county film commission 1115 truxtun ave bakersfield, ca 93301 661 8687097 800 500kern.
Feb 24, 2017 jada montemarano looked back and compiled the popular movies that have been filmed in kern county. Countymaintained roads are available for filming at the discretion of the kern county roads department. It lay at an elevation of 2,575 feet 785 m near the presentday town of wofford heights. Kern county prepares for starring role in upcoming film, top gun. The only evidence of the new activity is a bimonthly report delivered by cao employee at east kern economic alliance meetings, and the ten member board. The california regional film office partnership is a network of nearly 60 film offices across the state that provide localized support and assistance with location searches, permitting, and other services. Whether the script calls for the old west or the distant future, for locations around the. Film kern kern county, california official tourism bureau. Filming in kern county is like shooting in your own back yard if your yard covers 8,172 square miles of. For documents sent via mail, return delivery can be.
The historic mining town of randsburg in eastern kern county was established. To provide public infrastructure, facilitate development, and deliver services that protect and enhance the lives of the people of kern county. Promoting kern county, and mojave cemetery local news. To search for a case by a business name, click advanced filtering options, navigate to the general options section, and select business name from the filter by search type dropdown list. A valid kern county commercial film permit is required for all projects filming within the county boundaries. The historic mining town of randsburg in eastern kern county was established after the discovery of gold in 1895. Kernville also, whiskey flat, rogersville and williamsburg is a former settlement in the kern river valley of the sierra nevada, in kern county, california.
Tourism and filming activities are now functions of an office of county wide communications in the county administrative office, which absorbed board of trade responsibilities in 2012. Interact with kern county contact us email notifications website feedback board of supervisors meetings watch kern county tv. A valid kern county commercial film permit is required for all projects filming within the county boundaries including those taking place on federal, state. Locals used in filming of upcoming movie the devil has a. Movies kern county, california official tourism bureau. Kern county public works department mission statement. The historic mining town of randsburg in eastern kern county. Filming location matching kern county, california, usa sorted by popularity ascending. Here is a look at some movies filmed in kern county.
Additional permits or approvals may be required depending upon the specific location and activity. Kern county becomes home to some hollywood projects. Filming location matching kern county, california, usa. This regional branding initiative involved the county, the city of bakersfield, kern edc, and the greater bakersfield chamber. The kern county film commission is the designated permitting authority for kern county. Filming centered at the naval air weapons station china lake and inyokern airport, along with cuddeback dry lake. Huell spends the day learning about the towns history and getting to know some of the colorful characters living there now. These iconic scenes feature the various local terrain, from barren deserts to rolling hills, and. Nov 24, 2010 the kern county film commission is the designated permitting authority for kern county. Type the business name in the search field above, and click submit.
Many motion pictures have used kern county as their backdrop. A lot of people dont realize just how much filming is done in kern county. Information on kern county as one of californias premiere retirement destinations with information on housing, activities, services and quality. The following motion pictures and serials were filmed on location in the kern river valley. Its county seat is bakersfield kern county comprises the bakersfield, california, metropolitan statistical area. Filming location matching kern county, california, usa sorted by. Recorder 1530 truxtun avenue bakersfield ca 93301 82 mf except holidays about the recorder. Obtain your kern county filming permits here, as well as information regarding filming in our area. Hbos westworld became one of the most popular shows of last year, and its second season is currently filming.
From the birth of the film industry, kern has been a big part of movie magic. Kern river valley is the gateway to the southern sierra nevada. Were also happy to provide location information and production service referrals. To request a statewide location search, email our location coordinator, lee bowdle, and location specialist, lisa mosher, with your detailed. Whether the script calls for the old west or the distant future, for locations around the world, or for a site out of this world, hollywood looks to us. Contacts the road commissioners office is located on the 4th floor of the public services building at 2700 m street golden state highway and m street in bakersfield. One of many john wayne movies filmed in kern county, blue steel is the story of a u. You may also recognize the backgrounds from your favorite television. Nov 14, 2019 kern county transparency 76,274 views 23.
Avril lavigne becomes the newest student at jays driving school. Kern county public works department 2700 m street, suite 400 bakersfield, ca 93301 view larger map phone number. The california film commission is open and our permit coordinators are working remotely. Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on youtube.
Hollywood is making a home in kern county with several shoots recently. Filming permits the official bakersfield, california travel web site. Kern county film commission kern county, ca permits, locations, services and crew, casting calls. Kern county film commission, 2101 oak st, bakersfield, ca. Tourism bureau web site visitors guide the kern county film commission, providing permits and services for film, television and commercial production, as well as marketing kern county as a location for filming.
The rosamond substation was the birthplace of the sheriffs department off highway enforcement team, which has now relocated to the ridgecrest substation. Currently, approximately 75,000 kern county property owners realize a reduction in their proposition base value. Imdbs advanced search allows you to run extremely powerful queries over all people and titles in the database. A valid kern county commercial film permit is required for all projects filming within the county boundaries including those taking place on federal, state, civic, special district or private properties.
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