science
Taylor Creek Visitor Center hosts Lake Tahoe Bird Festival
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 05/17/2012 - 5:13pmThe U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit and the Tahoe Institute for Natural Science (TINS) invite residents and visitors to attend the third annual Lake Tahoe Bird Festival on Saturday, June 2, 2012, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. The event is free and takes place at the Taylor Creek Visitor Center, located three miles north of South Lake Tahoe on Highway 89.
UC Davis Tahoe City Field Station Open House June 2
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 05/14/2012 - 3:59pm
Join UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC) researchers for an Open House at the Tahoe City Field Station (Historic Hatchery) at 2400 Lake Forest Road from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 2, 2012. Tour the historic building, talk to scientists about their work, and learn something new about Lake Tahoe.
Rapid Sierra Nevada uplift tracked by UNR scientists
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 05/03/2012 - 11:24am
From the highest peak in the continental United States, Mt. Whitney at 14,000 feet in elevation, to the 10,000-foot-peaks near Lake Tahoe, scientific evidence from the University of Nevada, Reno shows the entire Sierra Nevada mountain range is rising at the relatively fast rate of 1 to 2 millimeters every year.
Political Science: The ongoing sandbox civil war at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 05/03/2012 - 9:21amPolicy and science “link up all the time” says Leo Drozdoff, Nevada secretary of conservation and natural resources. Drozdoff, along with John Laird, California secretary of natural resources, discussed issues on environmental policies of Lake Tahoe at a recent UNR seminar. The men spoke mostly on the logistics of protecting Lake Tahoe between two states, to which Nevada contributes one-third of the budget, with the other two-thirds the responsibility of California.
Science of river restoration emphasis of weeklong course in Truckee
Submitted by admin on Wed, 05/02/2012 - 3:25pmVolunteer Docents Needed for Environmental Education at Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 05/01/2012 - 8:48amDo you love Lake Tahoe and have an interest in learning more about the lake? Do you enjoy science, learning new information, and sharing your knowledge?
Residents who would like to help people learn about the region's environmental assets and challenges are needed to serve as volunteer docents at the Thomas J. Long Foundation Education Center and the UC Davis Eriksson Education Center. Located in Incline Village and Tahoe City respectively, the two UC Davis education centers are well positioned along the North Shore of Lake Tahoe.
Lake Tahoe environmental report shows promising results
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 04/26/2012 - 9:17am
Several environmental gains over the last five years have been made at the Lake Tahoe Basin, according to the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency’s “Threshold Evaluation Report” released Wednesday, which highlights water quality as a continued area of concern.
The comprehensive report offers a snapshot of the health of the ecosystem in the Tahoe Basin by documenting the status and trends of more than 100 environmental standards ranging from air and water quality to fish and wildlife. The biggest improvements were documented in air and water quality, and scenic resources.
Fireball Over California/Nevada: How Big Was It?
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 04/25/2012 - 12:31pm
NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory at the California Institute of Technology weighs in on Sunday's loud boom heard and fireball seen from California's Central Valley to Lake Tahoe to Las Vegas:
UNR technology used for NASA quake monitoring test
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 04/24/2012 - 11:39am
GPS technology developed and implemented at the University of Nevada, Reno will be the centerpiece of a major test this year by NASA to pinpoint the location and magnitude of strong earthquakes along the West Coast of the United States. The project was announced by NASA today.
Meyers man running Boston Marathon today
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 04/16/2012 - 9:11amThree hours and 29 minutes. That is the goal for Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet School custodian Ken Gerrard at the Boston Marathon. "Boston is tough, and it's not a tough course," Gerrard...
Meyers plan gets fresh look
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 04/06/2012 - 6:00amHow to make Meyers a "recreational Mecca" is one part of discussions that kicked off at the South Shore this week.A meeting held at Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet School Wednesday night...
Meyers Community Plan to be discussed at April 4 meeting
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 03/28/2012 - 9:27amA community meeting, hosted by El Dorado County Supervisor Norma Santiago, will take place on Wednesday, April 4, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet School (formerly Meyers Elementary School). This meeting will be a first step towards implementing an update of the Meyers Community Plan. The agenda includes a presentation by Supervisor Santiago in which she will review major components and past processes along with identifying current community assets.
Program provides students with hands-on science lessons
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 03/22/2012 - 5:17pmMore than 120 Zephyr Cove Elementary students participated in Get in the Act's Science Action Theater between January and March.The program combines theater techniques with guided inquiry to eng...
Ocean, Earth atmosphere addressed at Thursday lecture
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 03/20/2012 - 12:00pmThe study of climate change through Earth history has produced a wealth of information on the operation of the ocean-atmosphere system during climate transitions as well as the feedbacks that impact the magnitude and rate of climate change on the planet. A public lecture on Thursday at the Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences will address some of what has been found.
Giving new life to early science fiction
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 03/15/2012 - 10:47amOriginally titled "The Princess of Mars," and serialized in a pulp fiction magazine 100 years ago, this Edgar Rice Burroughs saga blends the western genre, science fiction and a sandals-and-toga...
Hands-on science expo for students and adults in Incline
Submitted by admin on Wed, 03/07/2012 - 6:34pmKudos & Kindness: Thanks for making magnet school event a great success
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 02/25/2012 - 6:00amWatch D.O.G.S. (Dad's of Great Students) at the Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet School thanks the following sponsors, donators and volunteers for their needed and appreciated support at the...
Kudos & Kindness: Watch DOGS thanks sponsors
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 02/25/2012 - 6:00amWatch D.O.G.S. (Dads of Great Students) at the Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet School thanks the following sponsors, donators and volunteers for their needed and appreciated support at the ...
Art League presents program on photographing artwork for reproduction
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 02/24/2012 - 6:00amThe Tahoe Art League presents "The Art & Science of the Fine Art Capture," at 7 p.m. March 7 at the South Lake Tahoe Senior Center, 3050 Lake Tahoe Blvd Michael Nelson, owner of GRAfx 8 Media Group...
Gas pump prices, future of oil economy featured at UC Davis Lake Tahoe Center lecture
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 02/22/2012 - 12:26amVolatile oil prices. Looming climate change. Worldwide economic and political unrest. Worsening traffic congestion. Crisis in transportation financing.
Tohoku grim reminder of potential for Pacific Northwest megaquake
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 02/21/2012 - 10:36amThe March 11, 2011 Tohoku earthquake is a grim reminder of the potential for another strong-motion mega-earthquake along the Pacific Northwest coast, geophysicist John Anderson of the University of Nevada, Reno told members of the American Association for the Advancement of Science in a lecture at their annual conference in Vancouver, B.C. Sunday.
MaryAnne Brand appointed to South Lake Tahoe interim Finance Director position
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 1:37pmThe City of South Lake Tahoe is pleased to announce the appointment of MaryAnne Brand to serve as Interim Finance Director replacing Christine Vuletich who resigned to accept a position with Douglas County. Ms. Brand’s first day in the position will be February 20, 2012.
Message from the Mayor: A summary of actions by the South Lake Tahoe City Council
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 02/08/2012 - 5:36pm
The following is from Claire Fortier, the mayor of the City of South Lake Tahoe. Mayor Fortier has launched a regular "Monthly Message from the Mayor" report, which summarizes the accomplishments of the South Lake Tahoe City Council. Here is her first report:
Tahoe Project fundraiser screening of 'Happy' the movie
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 02/06/2012 - 12:48am
On Saturday, Feb. 11, 2012 the Tahoe Project and Mo's Place are partnering to host the Tahoe venue for the first annual World Happy Day, when thousands of people will join together in communities around the globe to watch the award-winning film "Happy." Local musician and entrepreneur Tyler Lewis will play live music after the screening and DJ the dance party after that. Plan on a happy night out!
Study: Nevada’s science curriculum receives a D grade
Submitted by admin on Sun, 02/05/2012 - 11:45amTahoe environmental center presents lecture that addresses transportation solutions
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 01/31/2012 - 8:56amVolatile oil prices. Looming climate change. Worldwide economic and political unrest. Worsening traffic congestion. Crisis in transportation financing.
Project WET Updated Training for Educators
Submitted by admin on Sat, 01/28/2012 - 1:50pm
Project WET (Water Education for Teachers) is entering a new chapter in water resources education! This training event is taking place on North Shore and South Shore and registration closes February 3.
Includes a FREE Project WET Guide 2.0 for California Educators funded by USGS California Water Science Center. Cost is $25 for participants that do not offer programs in California. Optional Lunch $6 - 10, please bring cash.
Lecture on fragrances at Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 01/26/2012 - 1:52am
There are many people who experience unpleasant physical effects from scented products, such as perfumes and colognes. Sometimes, it might be a headache or nausea when passing by a department store’s fragrance counter or riding in an elevator with someone wearing a certain fragrance. However, there is a growing number of people who suffer more severe reactions to these and many other types of products and chemicals. This condition is known as multiple chemical sensitivities (MCS) and involves people who have developed an acute sensitivity to various chemicals in the environment.
Full Text of President Obama's State of the Union address; GOP response
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 01/24/2012 - 7:47pm
The following is the complete text of President Obama's State of the Union address as written.
Remarks of President Barack Obama - As Prepared for Delivery
State of the Union Address
"An America Built to Last"
Tuesday, January 24th, 2012
Washington, DC
Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, members of Congress, distinguished guests, and fellow Americans:
Tahoe Arts Project Presents the Gizmo Guys
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 01/21/2012 - 4:42pm
Tahoe Arts Project continues its 25th season with the comedy/juggler duo The Gizmo Guys on Friday, January 27th at the MontBleu Theater. The Gizmo Guys' rapid-fire act exhilarates and inspires sidesplitting laughter in audience members of all ages. The Gizmo Guys will bring their “Objects in Motion” show into the South Shore schools January 23-27 teaching children how juggling relates to science and math.
League to Save Lake Tahoe Names Darcie Goodman-Collins as New Executive Director
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 01/17/2012 - 12:00pm
South Shore native Darcie Goodman-Collins has been named the new executive director of the League to Save Lake Tahoe, officials announced today. She replaces Rochelle Nason who resigned last September.
“I’m very excited to move back to Lake Tahoe. I grew up skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, and waterskiing on our beautiful lake. I am passionate about science, education, and the Lake. I will lead the League’s efforts to restore the Lake and work hand in hand with the local community to do so,” said Goodman-Collins in a news release.
Science program for educators
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 01/14/2012 - 4:09am9 from 10am-4pm at Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences, 291 Country Club Drive, Incline Village. The second meeting is Feb. 16 from 10am-4pm at the ...www.laketahoenews.net/2012/.../science-progra...
UC Davis researchers to share data on fragrance chemicals in Jan. 26 lecture
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 01/13/2012 - 10:23amThere are many people who experience unpleasant physical effects from scented products, such as perfumes and colognes. Sometimes, it might be a headache or nausea when passing by a department store’s fragrance counter or riding in an elevator with someone wearing a certain fragrance.
Family Science Day at UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Center
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 01/04/2012 - 6:48amLooking for something exciting that your kids can do during the holiday break? Do your kids like science and hands-on activities?
Learn about geology in the Lake Tahoe Basin
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 01/03/2012 - 1:25amScott Valentine, Earth science instructor at Lake Tahoe Community College, will talk about “Geology of the Tahoe Basin” a story of earthquakes, glaciers, ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../learn-about-geolo...
Learn about geology in the Lake Tahoe Basin
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 01/01/2012 - 8:20pmScott Valentine, Earth science instructor at Lake Tahoe Community College, will talk about “Geology of the Tahoe Basin” a story of earthquakes, glaciers, volcanism and how Lake Tahoe was created on Fe...
Calling all young scientists
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/31/2011 - 6:00amDo your kids like science and hands-on activities? On Jan. 5, 2012 from 2-5 p.m., the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC) will host a winter-themed Family Science Day. Families are ...
Opinion: Why TMDL is good policy for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 12/27/2011 - 4:32pmRecent news articles and guest opinions have raised questions about the science behind the Lake Tahoe Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) and the decision ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../opinion-why-tmdl-is-...
Made In Tahoe: Local man makes music through violins
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/26/2011 - 1:31pm
Joseph Cosmos likes to fiddle around. Besides jamming with other musicians, the 34-year-old bluegrass aficionado (if that isn't too high falutin' a word for his musical genre of choice) and Tahoe native has set up a business in town making violins as well as providing restorations, repairs and set ups for all bow string instruments — violin, viola, cello and bass.
Opinion: Why TMDL is good policy for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/26/2011 - 9:47amRecent news articles and guest opinions have raised questions about the science behind the Lake Tahoe Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) and the decision to implement it in a recently adopted stormwater ...
Science center in Incline explains what's going on in Lake Tahoe ...
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/23/2011 - 10:55pmDiscover what makes Lake Tahoe so unique at the UC Davis Thomas J. Long Foundation Science Education Center. Investigate local science and explore how research is being used to restore and protect Lak...
GUEST COLUMN: Science vs. opinion regarding stormwater and Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 12/21/2011 - 9:44amRecent news articles and guest opinions have raised questions about the science behind the Lake Tahoe Total Maximum Daily Load and the decision to implement it in a recently adopted stormwater disc...
Registration open for Tahoe Science Conference
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/17/2011 - 9:12amThe Tahoe Science Consortium and Sierra Nevada College will host the 2012 Tahoe Science Conference May 22-24 on at Sierra Nevada College in Incline ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../registration-open-for-t...
Registration open for Tahoe Science Conference
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/17/2011 - 3:17amThe Tahoe Science Consortium and Sierra Nevada College will host the 2012 Tahoe Science Conference May 22-24 on at Sierra Nevada College in Incline Village. The theme of the conference will be “Enviro...
Family Science Day at UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Center
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 12/15/2011 - 1:47pmBy Heather Segale
On January 5, 2012 from 2 to 5 p.m., the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center will host a winter-themed Family Science Day. Families are invited to explore the mysteries of snow and ice. Engaging activities will provide your child an opportunity to learn about the science of winter. Children will conduct scientific experiments, view snowflakes under a microscope, take a snow-core and determine the water content of snow, learn about wind chill and why some animals hibernate, and much more.
Birds, wildflowers and a whole lot of Tahoe natural science
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/12/2011 - 10:43amINCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - While most visitors and locals are familiar with the scenic beauty of the lake and the mountains surrounding it, many are not as familiar with the natural history that is...
GUEST COLUMN: TMDL, who's going to pay for it?
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 12/07/2011 - 9:07amFour simple letters, TMDL, (Total Maximum Daily Load), spell significant consequences for the city of South Lake Tahoe, and the entire Tahoe basin. What started with the best of science and intenti...
Agency and Lake Tahoe Scientists Share Knowledge with Lake George
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 12/02/2011 - 3:41pm
By Kristi Boosman
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency and a delegation from the Lake Tahoe Aquatic Invasive Species Program presented to a consortium of public agencies, non-profits and interest group at Lake George, New York last month.
TRPA’s Aquatic Invasive Species Coordinator Ted Thayer, Sudeep Chandra, Professor of Limnology from University Nevada Reno, and Marion Wittmann, Postdoctoral Research Associate from the University of Notre Dame and UC Davis, traveled to Lake George to speak about the Lake Tahoe Aquatic Invasive Species Program and ongoing research.
Snowshoeing and science for students at Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/30/2011 - 9:58amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Fun and educational snowshoe and winter science trips to Tahoe are now available for local classes. Great Basin Outdoor School invites teachers to book now for January...
