quagga mussel
Lake Tahoe Restoration Act gets renewed support from Congress
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/05/2016 - 4:47pm
The House and Senate have agreed to include the bipartisan Lake Tahoe Restoration Act in the final bicameral Water Resources Development Act, titled the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act, Nevada Sen. Dean Heller announced Monday.
Column: Beating Aquatic Invasive Species At Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/18/2016 - 3:31pm
Around the world, invasive species are notorious for their ability to out-compete native plants and animals. Once introduced to an area, they can spread out of control and fundamentally change both landscapes and ecologies, and then pose incredible challenges to manage or eradicate.
Lake Tahoe Restoration Act passes committee in Washington
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/20/2016 - 6:00pm
The Lake Tahoe Restoration Act of 2015, a bipartisan bill sponsored by Nevada Sen. Dean Heller, passed the U.S. Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works on Wednesday.
The legislation, created alongside senators Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif., Harry Reid, D-Nevada and Barbara Boxer, D-Calif., provides federal, state, and local partners important tools to reduce wildfire threats, improve water clarity, jumpstart innovative infrastructure projects, and combat invasive species.
Forum on aquatic invasive species at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/15/2015 - 11:03pm
Event Date:
May 21, 2015 - 5:00pm
What are homeowners in the Tahoe Keys doing to fight aquatic invasive species (AIS)? How successful was the pilot research project to reduce the Asian clam population in Emerald Bay, and what does it mean for future control projects? What does the latest research say about whether quagga mussels could survive in Lake Tahoe?
Study emphasizes importance of fighting invasive species at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/19/2015 - 10:21pm
A newly released scientific study highlights the importance of collaborative work to prevent the introduction of aquatic invasive species at Lake Tahoe, and confirms what many public and private stakeholders have feared: That the invasive quagga mussel, if introduced, could establish in our mountain lake’s clear, iconic waters.
Invasive Species Prevented From Entering Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/10/2014 - 10:06pm
Tahoe Resource Conservation District watercraft inspectors intercepted a boat on Wednesday that had quagga mussels and an unidentified snail in the boat's anchor locker.
The boat was at the inspection point on Spooner Summit after arriving from Lake Mead, a known quagga mussel infested body of water. Once detected the boat went through two decontaminations and inspections, and then was allowed into Lake Tahoe.
Over the holiday weekend most than 725 boats went through the four inspection points located around the lake which represents a 17% increase over last year's count.
Working Each Day to Keep Tahoe Blue: Limnologist Katie Webb Explains the Threats Facing the Unique Ecology of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 02/17/2014 - 2:47pm
Lake Tahoe is one of California’s greatest natural treasures. It is a beauty to behold, with forested mountains surrounding the deep blue shimmering surface. It is famous for many recreational activities- snowboarding, skiing, hiking, mountain biking, boating, fishing, and sunbathing. But the clear blue waters of Tahoe are in trouble. Invasive species, climate change, and sedimentation all threaten the unique ecosystems of the lake.
Bipartisan bill would add quagga mussels to national invasive species list
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 05/16/2013 - 10:02amU.S. Representatives from California and Nevada have introduced legislation that would add quagga mussels to the national list of invasive species.
Considered one of the biggest threats to Lake Tahoe among other lakes and reservoirs, this listing would give federal agencies greater ability to prevent the spread of the invasive species.
The legislation, H.R. 1823, Protecting Lakes Against Quagga Act of 2013, was introduced Thursday by Reps. Mike Thompson, CA-5, Joe Heck, NV-3, and Mark Amodei, NV-02.
Governor signs bill to fund quagga mussel inspection program
Submitted by admin on Wed, 09/26/2012 - 5:40pmFour Infested Boats Prevented from Launching into Lake Tahoe in 2012; 5 inspection stations prepared for July 4 holiday
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 06/29/2012 - 10:39am
The July 4th Holiday and fireworks celebrations always bring an influx of boaters to the Lake Tahoe Basin. With sunny skies and warm temperatures predicted for the 4th of July holiday week, boaters are urged to Clean, Drain and Dry their boats before arriving at one of 5 roadside inspection stations in the Tahoe to avoid delays and decontamination fees.
Nevada Department of Wildlife expert to discuss latest in quagga mussel threat
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/22/2011 - 10:20amCARSON CITY, Nev. - The Carson River Advisory Committee will hear a quagga mussel presentation when it meets at 5:30 p.m. Monday in the Sierra Room of the Carson City Community Center, 851 E. Willi...
Tahoe RCD gains funding to continue invasive species protection
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 10/27/2011 - 4:29pm
By Peter Brumis
The Truckee River Fund has awarded $267,267 to the Tahoe Resource Conservation District to protect Truckee area waterbodies from the growing threat posed by aquatic invasive species. The money will also be used for continued implementation of a mandatory watercraft inspection program and the establishment of a stakeholder collaborative to fund a long-term, sustainable aquatic invasive species prevention program for the Truckee area.
