A Tahoe Blue Crew in action. Photo: Clearly Tahoe |
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Who's ready for events season? |
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Despite the recent snow, spring is upon us, which means Keep Tahoe Blue events are coming in hot.
Check out our events listings and start blocking off time on your calendar to join a volunteer program, attend a beach cleanup, or help out with a hands-on restoration event.
We look forward to seeing you at the Lake.
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Citizen science takes center stage in our volunteer opportunities. A recent story shows how citizen scientists (like you!) can prevent Tahoe from being loved to death. Check out the article.
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Construction debris removed from Lake Tahoe. Photo: Below the Blue |
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What lies beneath the surface |
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As Tahoe conservationists, one of our toughest tasks is convincing people that the Lake's health is at risk. Its stunning natural beauty doesn’t exactly help us prove the point. But by the time we can see the impacts, it may be too late.
Just beneath the surface of Tahoe’s shimmering blue waters, it’s easy to find evidence of pollution harming the Lake. A recent article from Adventure.com dives into the underwater trash problem, including how the League’s advocacy is helping prevent construction trash from being dumped in the Lake.
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A bird's eye view of the Tahoe Keys' weed-choked lagoons. Photo: Wendy Hudnall |
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Tahoe Keys Control Methods Test (CMT) ramping up |
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For the past decade, the League has engaged, innovated and advocated for solutions to the invasive species infestation in the Tahoe Keys - the largest at Tahoe. To prevent the infestation from spreading and protect water quality for the whole Lake, the fight against invasive weeds must be focused here.
Following unanimous approval of the Control Methods Test in January, the effort is kicking into high gear with the start of testing this month. Click here for the latest news and updates.
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Parts of the Tahoe Keys are closed to ensure the test results are valid. The closures may last as late as mid July. |
🔹No boating access in areas A (red), B (green), and C (yellow).
🔹No water activities in areas A, B, and C - that includes swimming, pets, boats, kayaks, canoes, etc. The water is safe, but staying out of it is critical to ensure as much as possible is learned from the test.
🔹Help neighbors and visitors abide by these rules. A friendly reminder will do everyone a big favor in the long run.
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The interior of the Tahoe South Event Center at Stateline. |
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Tahoe South Event Center update |
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If you have driven through Stateline, NV recently you will have noticed a large construction project taking shape. The Tahoe South Event Center is scheduled to open in 2023. The League’s policy experts were heavily involved in the project’s planning stages to prevent unwanted impacts, such as more traffic, increased parking strain and pollution.
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Through our advocacy, the Event Center is providing significant funding for free, on-demand microtransit service to the south shore, similar to TART Connect on the north shore.
The app-based shuttles will hit the streets this summer. Stay tuned for updates.
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New from our kitchen to yours - Tahoe Charcuterie Boards.
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All proceeds benefit our efforts to Keep Tahoe Blue now and for future generations. |
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Snapshot Day
Saturday, May 21 | 9am - 1pm
South Lake Tahoe
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Wade into Tahoe's streams, creeks and lakes to monitor the health of the Truckee River Watershed in this annual citizen science event. No experience needed, just a taste for the outdoors and the desire to Keep Tahoe Blue.
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Tahoe Destination Stewardship
Public Workshops
May 16, 17 & 18
Multiple locations around Lake Tahoe
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The public is invited to help shape a plan that will balance the needs of the environment, residents, visitors and businesses. In-person meetings take place around the Lake May 16-18.
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Tahoe Blue Crew Training
Thursday, May 26 | 5 - 5:45pm
Zoom
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Tahoe Blue Crews adopt their favorite spots around the Lake to protect them from degradation. This virtual session will prepare you to become a Crew leader, adopt a litter hot spot and collect data that contributes to litter prevention solutions.
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Bike Path Cleanup
Wednesday, June 1 | 5 - 7:30pm
The Y & Trout Creek, South Lake Tahoe
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Celebrate the Tahoe Bike Challenge with this fun community cleanup event to prepare our bike paths for the summer. We will ride our bikes and walk on South Lake Tahoe's paths as we clean.
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Tahoe Forest Stewardship Day - Spring
Wednesday, June 15 | 8:30am - 12:30pm
Tallac Historic Site, South Lake Tahoe
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Volunteers of all ages and skill levels are invited to this fun, hands-on restoration event. By pitching in, you will help improve the ecosystem function and wildlife habitats that surround Lake Tahoe.
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What’s lurking in Lake Tahoe? The answer: a ton of trash
May 5 | Adventure.com
When you first catch glimpse of Lake Tahoe it seems to be the purest of places. But look closely, and you’ll discover that the waters are holding a secret: trash. A lot of it.
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Conditions right for Tahoe Keys aquatic invasive species testing
May 5 | South Tahoe Now
Environmental factors are favorable for the scheduled start of the Control Methods Test in the Tahoe Keys Lagoons. Restrictions on boating, fishing, and other water activities start May 9 with herbicide application slated to begin May 23.
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How citizen science can keep us from loving Tahoe to death
May 9 | Moonshine Ink
There's more demand for Tahoe each year. Yet with more visitors, come more impacts. By taking part in the region's numerous "citizen science" opportunities, anyone can protect Tahoe from unintended harm while enjoying all the natural wonder it has to offer.
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Our Lake-saving work depends on your support.
Give to Keep Tahoe Blue today.
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