conservation corps
Ballot counts for El Dorado County and South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/03/2020 - 9:48pm
10:46 P.M. UPDATE: Both El Dorado County and Douglas County have released an updated count at this hour. For El Dorado County, 149 of 209 precincts have now been tabulated. Depending on the area, Douglas County shows about 72 percent of Tuesday's votes listed.
CCC Tahoe Center corpsmembers help communities recover and prepare after fires
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/28/2020 - 7:52pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Long after the fire trucks have come and gone, the threat to a community impacted by wildfire remains. It’s a less obvious threat than a towering inferno destroying homes and ripping through forests and hillsides. It is a hidden threat that arrives with winter rains and California Conservation Corps Corpsmembers are helping communities stay safe from it—toxic runoff, including those from the South Lake Tahoe center.
Strong early voter turnout in El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/16/2020 - 10:18am
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - Of the 133,251 registered voters in El Dorado County, 30,886, or 23 percent, have already turned in their ballots. The elections department does not have data from the 2016 election at the same point in time. That election had 97,024 or 83.31 percent of the 116,459 registered that year, turn in ballots by election day.
As of October 15:
Ballots returned by mail - 14,966
Ballots returned in a drop box - 15,920
Of those ballots, 28,996 have had signatures verified against reference signature and the balance of 1,890 are awaiting verification.
New forestry program headed to Lake Tahoe Community College
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/09/2020 - 12:17pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A new Forestry Education and Job Placement program is heading to Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) in South Lake Tahoe.
To get things started, the California Tahoe Conservancy Board awarded the college a $351,000 grant and $480,000 was received from CAL Fire’s Forest Health Grant Program. LTCC has hired Kim Carr as their contracted consultant on the project and she helped write the grants and secure funding for the new avenue of education in South Lake Tahoe. She is bringing 30 years of forestry and environmental experience to the college.
Three ways to vote in El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/29/2020 - 9:33pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - Ballots for the November 3 General Election were mailed on Monday to the over 130,000 registered voters in El Dorado County.
Jeff Marsolais leaves LTBMU and becomes new supervisor for Eldorado Forest
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/04/2020 - 10:06pm
PLACERVILLE, Calif. - The former Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) forest supervisor has moved over to the same position with the Eldorado National Forest, replacing the retired Laurence Crabtree.
Jeff Marsolais came to Lake Tahoe in 2010, working several positions and for the past five years, had filled the top spot.
The Eldorado National Forest is welcoming back Jeff Marsolais, who will begin serving as the Eldorado’s new forest supervisor on June 22. Jeff worked on the Eldorado National Forest early in his career and is excited to return.
$11.5M project to restore the Upper Truckee Marsh now underway
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/28/2020 - 11:21pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The largest wetland restoration project in the history of the Lake Tahoe Basin is now underway in the Upper Truckee River Marsh. The major project to restore the marsh in South Lake Tahoe has been years in the making to fix the environmental damage done by the creation of the Tahoe Keys.
El Dorado County meeting in South Lake Tahoe to discuss state of snow removal equipment
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/06/2020 - 6:29pm
Event Date:
February 12, 2020 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County officials will hold a public meeting detailing the current state of snow removal equipment used in South Lake Tahoe on Wednesday, February 12 at the California Conservation Corps, 1949 Apache Ave. It starts at 6:00 p.m.
TRPA honors 29th annual Best in the Basin award winners
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/18/2019 - 6:01pm
STATELINE, Nev. - Six projects were given Best in the Basin awards Wednesday by the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA). The presentation of the 29th annual winners was made before their board meeting at Stateline.
The TRPA Best in Basin awards program showcases projects around the lake that demonstrate exceptional planning, implementation, and compatibility with Tahoe’s natural environment and communities.
El Dorado County Supervisor Novasel to hold Town Hall transportation meeting
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/15/2019 - 12:35pm
Event Date:
November 21, 2019 - 6:00pm
District V Supervisor Sue Novasel will be holding a Town Hall meeting to update residents on the outcome of the recent traffic congestion circulation pilot projects that took place over the Memorial Day and Fourth of July holiday weekends.
Information will be shared on both the outcome and future of the pilot projects.
The meeting will be held on November 21 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the California Conservation Corps auditorium located at 1949 Apache Avenue in Meyers.
Novasel will be joined by El Dorado County Department of Transportation staff.
Echo Summit closure moved out to October 18, Caltrans tells those at public meeting
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/05/2019 - 9:37pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Caltrans is now looking at October 18 as the beginning of a two-week closure of US Highway 50 at Echo Summit.
Highway 50 and Sierra Boulevard projects heading into final weeks
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/03/2019 - 11:36pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With summer over and the October 15 deadline for grading projects in the Lake Tahoe Basin, contractors are working to wrap up work on Sierra Boulevard and Highway 50.
Closure of Echo Summit may be closer to mid-October
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/03/2019 - 11:03am
9.6.19 Update: At this time Echo Summit will be closed for 14 days starting on October 18, 2019.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Due to a delay in receiving needed supplies, the Caltrans contractor working on the US 50 Echo Summit Sidehill Viaduct project will be moving their expected full road closure date.
Caltrans today told the South Lake Tahoe City Council it is looking more like mid-October for their closing the artery between the lake and Sacramento for up to 14 days. They said the actual closure date is still a moving target.
Caltrans updates Echo Summit two week closure time frame
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/30/2019 - 7:23pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif.. - The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has updated the estimated closure time for US50 over Echo Summit.
Caltrans: No Echo Summit locals passes available at this time
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/28/2019 - 5:23pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Ever since the information was released about the possibility of closing US50 over Echo Summit at the end of September, the Caltrans Maintenance Yard in Meyers has been inundated with requests for a local's pass. If the highway is closed, locals will have an option to head west via Johnson's Pass Road.
US50 over Echo Summit may close up to 14 days this September
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/26/2019 - 1:40pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Highway 50 over Echo Summit may close up to 14 days this September to allow the Caltrans contractor to install new girders and demolition work on the existing bridge structure.
There will be two meetings to inform the public of the potential closure and detour (see attached map). Local residents and businesses will be issued passes to use Johnson Pass Road as a detour during the closure, which if in place would be toward the end of the month. More information on that will be provided at the meetings and not before.
Conservancy to consider selling some "Asset Lands" for implementation of Meyers Area Plan
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/25/2019 - 2:14pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Most have seen the blue and gold placards attached to trees on lots around Lake Tahoe, signifying the California Tahoe Conservancy (CTC) owns that piece of property.
CTC currently owns nearly 4,700 of these labeled parcels comprising around 6,500 acres around Lake Tahoe. Over 4,300 of these parcels are environmentally sensitive, leaving 331 parcels as "asset lands."
Parcel tax increases on upcoming Meyers Advisory Council meeting agenda
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/24/2019 - 9:27pm
Event Date:
July 29, 2019 - 3:00pm
MEYERS, Calif. - During the next meeting of the Meyers Advisory Council some important issues for residents of El Dorado County will be covered, including presentations on a parcel tax hike for both Lake Valley Fire Protection District (LVFPD) and the County.
On Monday, July 29 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., the Council will hold their meeting in the 2nd-floor conference room in the California Conservation Corps (CCC) Building in Meyers. It is open to the public.
Road closures planned to alleviate South Lake Tahoe and Meyers holiday traffic woes
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/12/2019 - 1:46pm
Event Date:
June 18, 2019 - 6:00pm
In anticipation of traffic congestion during the upcoming 4th of July and Labor Day holidays, El Dorado County (EDC) is hosting a public meeting to discuss traffic control measures in the Lake Tahoe Basin on Tuesday, June 18 at 6:00 p.m. at the California Conservation Corps building.
El Dorado County Department of Transportation (EDCDOT) will present a traffic congestion circulation alternative that officially and temporarily closes portions of both Sawmill Road and North Upper Truckee at Highway 50.
Voters to select new California State Senator to represent District 1 on June 4
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/03/2019 - 4:38pm
There is a Special Runoff Election on June 4, 2019 scheduled to fill a vacancy in Senate District 1. All currently registered voters in the County of El Dorado are eligible to participate.
When Ted Gaines won a seat on the California Board of Equalization in November, the Senate District 1 seat he had held since 2011 was up for grabs. In March there was an election to decide his replacement, but since no candidate won more than 50 percent of the vote the top two are now on Tuesday's ballot.
Public meeting on Pioneer Trail/US 50 Safety Project in Meyers
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/30/2019 - 2:14pm
Event Date:
June 12, 2019 - 6:00pm
The County of El Dorado will be holding a public workshop to receive residents’ input on the Pioneer Trail/ U.S. 50 Intersection Safety Improvement Project on Wednesday, June 12 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the California Conservation Corps in Meyers.
Project alternatives currently being evaluated include a ‘no build’ option, a larger signalized intersection, and a roundabout.
If you are interested in learning more about the Project, this would be an excellent
opportunity for you to help influence the future of Meyers.
Popular $5 Dump Day on June 8 in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/14/2019 - 3:09pm
Event Date:
June 8, 2019 - 8:00am
Time to clean out your yard, storage area or garage?
Take advantage of the Clean Tahoe Program's annual Community Cleanup Day (aka $5 Dump Day) on Saturday, June 8 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
It's the one day of the year South Shore residents can bring unwanted items to South Tahoe Refuse at HUGE discounts. Only $5 per vehicle load for California residents ($10 for Nevada residents). They are located at 2140 Ruth Avenue in South Lake Tahoe.
For those bringing a truck and trailer, the charge is $10 for California residents.
- Oversized loads & Uhauls: priced by size ($15-$60)
Kudos: Drug Store Project appreciates help from the community
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/02/2019 - 9:28pm
Tahoe is a glorious place. Most of us come here to live in its beauty, but it’s the “community” that keeps so many of us here. It’s that sense of doing good for one another that keeps many of us hopeful about the future. I’m happily involved in different aspects of our community and that part of my life is why I feel so grateful and blessed. Tuesday’s Drug Store Project for our sixth-grade youth was a testament to the compassion and dedication of our agencies, businesses, service clubs, and community members for the good of its people.
16th annual Drug Store Project in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/01/2019 - 7:22pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - On Tuesday, April 2, 325 6th graders from South Tahoe Middle School, Zephyr Cove Elementary School and home-schooled youth, will spend the day at Lake Tahoe Community College going through the 16th annual Drug Store Project.
Since 2004, middle school students in the Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) have gone through the Drug Store Project (DSP), a day-long comprehensive drug prevention program designed to educate youth about the dangers of substance use and abuse.
Area voters to decide new State Senator on Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/25/2019 - 3:32pm
On Tuesday, March 26, 2019, voters will be selecting their new District 1 State Senator, a vacancy created when Ted Gaines won a seat on the state Board of Equalization in November.
District 1 spans California’s northeastern corner from the Oregon border to Lake Tahoe, including some of the Sacramento area’s eastern suburbs. Residents living in Alpine, El Dorado, Lassen, Modoc, Nevada, Plumas, Shasta, Sierra, and Siskiyou Counties are in District 1 as well as parts of Placer County (Auburn, Colfax, Lincoln, Loomis, and Rocklin) and Sacramento County (Folsom, Orangevale, and Fair Oaks).
Candidate forum to feature 20 candidates seeking office on South Shore
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/26/2018 - 12:13am
Event Date:
September 27, 2018 - 6:00pm
The South Lake Tahoe Democratic Club is hosting a candidate's forum on Thursday, September 27 at the California Conservation Corps in Meyers at 6:00 p.m.
Meet and talk to twenty candidates seeking election to South Lake Tahoe City Council, South Tahoe Public Utility Board, El Dorado County Board of Supervisors Area 5, Lake Tahoe Unified School District, Lake Tahoe Community College Board of Trustees, El Dorado County Recorder Clerk, South Lake Tahoe City Clerk and City Treasurer, and the Tahoe Paradise Improvement District Board.
Volunteers restore streambanks and protect native species to Keep Tahoe Blue
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/24/2018 - 10:52pm
Almost 100 volunteers participated in the League to Save Lake Tahoe's 21st annual Tahoe Forest Stewardship Day on the first day of Fall, September 22, 2018. They restored crumbling stream banks, worked to protect native species and removed litter from Nevada Beach at Lake Tahoe.
“Hands-on restoration work is one of the most important actions we can take to Keep Tahoe Blue,” says Marilee Movius, the League’s community engagement manager, “and many hands make for lighter work to help out our busy land managers.”
Out and About in South Lake Tahoe: National Night Out
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/13/2018 - 7:14pm
The public and public safety agencies came out for National Night Out on August 7 at Regan Beach in South Lake Tahoe. Booths were set up by California Highway Patrol, South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue, Barton Heath, California Conservation Corps, South Lake Tahoe Action Team, El Dorado County STAR, El Dorado County Sheriff's Search & Rescue, South Lake Tahoe Drug Free Coalition and the El Dorado County Animal Shelter.
Food was provided by Kiwanis.
The event was also a toy drop off for Toys For Tots.
National Night Out at Regan Beach in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/29/2018 - 7:46am
Event Date:
August 7, 2018 - 4:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Join local public safety agencies on Tuesday, August 7 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for National Night Out at Regan Beach. South Lake Tahoe Police Department, El Dorado County Sheriff's Office, California Highway Patrol, South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue, El Dorado County, Barton Heath, California Conservation Corps and the South Lake Tahoe Action Teams are all involved again this year.
Board of Supervisor District 5 Candidate Forum
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 04/23/2018 - 5:17pm
Event Date:
April 26, 2018 - 6:00pm Meet the four candidates for the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors at the South Lake Tahoe Democratic Club's candidate forum on Thursday, April 26 at 6:00 p.m. at the California Conservation Corps, 1949 Apache Avenue in Meyers.
Sue Novasel, the incumbent is being challenged by former Supervisor Norma Santiago, local businessman Ken Curtzwiler and transportation specialist Jeffrey Spencer.
The primary will be held on June 5, 2018.
Kudos: Drug Store Project successful due to community partnerships
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/05/2018 - 7:18pm
If you had walked onto the LTCC campus on Tuesday, April 3, you would have never guessed that there were 325 6th grade youth and 220 agency and volunteer workers throughout the corridors, all learning information on how and why to keep themselves safe from drugs. “Choices, what are yours?” was the theme of our efforts in keeping our youth drug free. With the country’s attitudes and norms about drug use changing, times are even more difficult for our kids.
Conservancy approves funding for ED raise and several projects
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/15/2018 - 11:24pm
During this week's California Tahoe Conservancy board meeting, funds were not only approved for the Greenway shared use trail in South Lake Tahoe, but also for grants to be used on the lake, a forest health project and a 10 percent raise for Executive Director Patrick Wright.
Community round table discussion on EDC budget
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/10/2018 - 10:51am
The El Dorado County Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Don Ashton has been going from community to community, holding round table discussions about the upcoming budget for the county.
All residents from the South Shore are invited to a round table discussion about the budget Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at the California Conservation Corps Tahoe Center at 1949 Apache Avenue in Meyers from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
During this open discussion, find out:
Where the County Gets its money
How much is mandated to be spent & where
How much is discretionary & options about how to spend it
El Dorado County vacation rental meeting rescheduled in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/05/2018 - 6:33pm
Event Date:
March 3, 2018 (All day)
The location and time are yet unknown, but the date has been set for the next El Dorado County Board of Supervisor's meeting on a vacation rental ordinance.
March 3, 2018 is the rescheduled special board meeting that was postponed after their Feb. 1 meeting had to be shut down due to an overcapacity crowd wanted to participate.
South Lake Tahoe community treated to Thanksgiving dinner
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/21/2017 - 8:15pm
The South Lake Tahoe community enjoyed a large Thanksgiving dinner Monday night during Bread & Broth's 28th annual holiday meal. Grace Hall was full of people and as of 5:00 p.m., 150 people had already gone through the line which featured turkey, mashed potatoes, carrots, sweet potatoes, stuffing, green beans and dessert.
The volunteers of Bread & Broth cooked 300 pounds of Turkey, 100 pounds of stuffing, 50 pies, 50 pounds of carrots, 90 pounds of green beans and bags of sweet potatoes.
Inaugural National Night Out in South Lake Tahoe a success
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/06/2017 - 11:27pm
The South Lake Tahoe and Meyers communities were out in force at the Lake Tahoe Environmental Magnet School on August 1 for the first local observation of National Night Out.
Safe neighborhoods and camaraderie focus of National Night Out
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/13/2017 - 12:06am
Event Date:
August 1, 2017 - 4:00pm
The South Lake Tahoe and Meyers community will be joining local law enforcement fo National Night Out on Tuesday, August 1 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Environmental Science Magnet School located at 1095 E. San Bernardino Ave.
National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make neighborhoods safer and more caring places to live.
Wildfire Safety Expo in South Lake Tahoe Saturday
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/11/2017 - 1:02pm
Event Date:
June 17, 2017 - 12:00pm
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue along with multiple local agencies are coming together and hosting the 4th annual Wildfire Safety Expo on Saturday, June 17 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the TJ Maxx parking lot located at the “Y” where
Highways 50 and 89 intersect.
Everyone one is invited to the free event with lots of information about being prepared in case of a wildfire.
Kudos: Organizer thanks community for 14th annual Drug Store Project
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/12/2017 - 1:48pm“Choices, what are yours?” was the theme of our efforts in keeping our youth drug free.
Novasel holding South Lake Tahoe/Meyers meeting to discuss traffic
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/25/2017 - 5:52pm
Event Date:
April 6, 2017 - 6:00pm
El Dorado County Supervisor Sue Novasel is inviting all county residents to join in the continuing discussion about traffic congestion in Meyers at the next Traffic Congestion update meeting in Meyers on April 6 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. She will be leading the discussion that was started at the first meeting on February 13 when about 100 people attended.
What is best solution to keep visitors leaving Lake Tahoe on Highway 50 and not on side streets?
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/20/2017 - 12:24pm
It's another snowy weekend, and another weekend of drivers trying to head home over Echo Summit via Lake Tahoe Blvd and North Upper Truckee Road. With a backup at the chain control stop in Meyers, many are trying to circumvent not only the traffic, but the controls and causing issues on snow covered side roads.
Weekend traffic congestion in Meyers to be discussed at Monday meeting
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/09/2017 - 6:36pm
Event Date:
February 13, 2017 - 6:00pm
El Dorado County Supervisor Sue Novasel is inviting all county residents to join in a discussion about the traffic congestion in Meyers every weekend and holiday, hampering locals in their movement along surface roads and the highway.
As visitors depart South Lake Tahoe, many have become aware of side streets via google and phone apps, thus finding another route that they think is getting them around the backup.
Emerald Fire burning near South Lake Tahoe consumes 210 acres, is now 80% contained
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/14/2016 - 7:07am
8:00AM update 10/15: Highway 89 remains closed in both directions from Fallen Leaf Lake Road to Emerald Bay due to the Emerald Fire which remains 80 percent contained this morning. Acreage burned is 210 acres.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
There are 3 engines and 12 firefighters still on the scene.
Opening time for Hwy 89 is still unclear. CHP estimates Saturday afternoon and Caltrans estimates the road will be closed until Monday. This is to allow crews to clean up the fallen trees and other debris on, and near, the roadway.
South Lake Tahoe Tiger Team cleans up old Zehren's Nursery
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/24/2016 - 9:54am
Several different agencies that are part of the Tiger Team have come together to clean up the property of the former Zehren's Nursery on the corner of Pioneer Trail and Ski Run Blvd in South Lake Tahoe.
The Tiger Team, a program started by the City in January of 2015, was formed to be more efficient in addressing code compliance issues, complaints and eventual resolution. They are utilized in the active code compliance issues in an effort to continuously improve the visual quality of the built environment.
9th Annual Landscape Conservation Workshop
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 08/02/2016 - 8:46am
Event Date:
August 14, 2016 - 12:00pm On Sunday August 14th from 12:00 pm to 3:30 pm the Tahoe Resource Conservation District will hold the 9th annual Landscape Conservation Workshop at the Evans Family Garden located at 1383 Mount Olympia Circle in South Lake Tahoe. The workshop will provide a unique opportunity to see demonstrations of Tahoe Friendly Landscape practices and to interact with local conservation professionals.
Location
Evans Family Community Garden
1383 Mount Olympia Circle
United States
38° 52' 39.5904" N, 120° 2' 16.3932" W
See map: Google Maps
Public meeting to be held on Meyers Corridor Plan
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/15/2016 - 10:07am
Event Date:
July 21, 2016 - 6:00pm
El Dorado County is holding a public meeting about the Meyers Corridor Plan on Thursday, July 21 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the California Conservation Corps Building at 1949 Apache Ave. in Meyers.
Staff will be presenting the three options on roadway and path improvements that are aimed at providing attractive and safe transportation options for the area for those that work, play and visit Meyers. The targeted 1.3 mile stretch along Highway 50 and Highway 89 will see lighting, signage, landscaping and a reduction of reliance on cars with increased improvements for walkers and bikers.
Letter to the Editor: City’s 4th of July Parade a huge success
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/08/2016 - 6:20pm
The City of South Lake Tahoe hosted its first annual 4th of July parade on Monday, July 4, 2016. There were a total of 78 vehicles and approximately 200 people on foot either walking, biking, or dancing. American Legion Post 795 served as the parade marshals.
The City of South Lake Tahoe would like to say "Thank You" to all the parade participants, businesses and volunteers for making the 4th of July parade a fantastic community event!
The following current and former US armed forces members participated in the 4th of July parade;
Volunteers help at the Evans Family Garden in Angora Fire burn area
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/07/2016 - 3:02pm
The Evans Family Garden received a makeover on July 1 when members of the California Conservation Corps/Tahoe Center joined representatives of the South Tahoe Public District, Tahoe Resources Conservation District, and members of the Evans family at the site on Mt. Olympia Circle.
The groups weeded, did path rehabilitation, sheet mulching and re-planting.
Wildfire Safety Expo in South Lake Tahoe Saturday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/10/2016 - 11:36pm
Event Date:
June 11, 2016 - 12:00pm
The 3rd annual Wildfire Safety Expo will be held in South Lake Tahoe on Saturday, June 11 from noon to 3:00 p.m. at the TJ Maxx parking lot at the "Y" where Highways 50 and 89 meet.
Community members protect Lake Tahoe, stabilize banks of the Upper Truckee River
Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/08/2016 - 10:14pm
Community members gathered to restore and stabilize the banks of the Upper Truckee River in South Lake Tahoe as part of Restoration Day on June 4, a new annual day of environmental restoration organized by the League to Save Lake Tahoe.
