pipe keepers
New study investigates link between clothes dryers and microplastic pollution in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/20/2020 - 11:24am
Last year, Desert Research Institute (DRI) and the League to Save Lake Tahoe detected microplastics in Lake Tahoe for the first time ever, many of which were microfibers. This discovery revealed that microplastic pollution is not just present in oceans, but also in mountains and lakes, including highly protected areas like Lake Tahoe.
Pipe Keeper Intro Training
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/17/2019 - 1:06pm
Event Date:
October 29, 2019 - 2:00pm Tuesday, October 29 | 2 - 4 pm
Ski Run Marina, room 201
Pipe Keepers is a citizen science program to address the threat of stormwater pollution entering Lake Tahoe. Runoff from rain storms and snowmelt is the largest source of pollution that degrades Lake clarity. League staff will train you to survey stormwater infrastructure including pipes and stormdrains found all throughout the city.
All ages welcome, no experience necessary. Snacks provided.
To RSVP, please complete the waiver here: https://www.tfaforms.com/4762472
For more information, contact protect@keeptahoeblue.org.
Location
Ski Run Marina
900 Ski Run Boulevard
South Lake Tahoe
United States
See map: Google Maps
Pipe Keeper Intro Training
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 04/01/2019 - 9:57am
Event Date:
April 17, 2019 - 2:00pm Pipe Keepers is a citizen science program to address the threat of stormwater pollution entering Lake Tahoe. Runoff from rainstorms and snowmelt is the largest source of pollution that degrades lake clarity.
The League to Save Lake Tahoe is holding a Pipekeeper Training on April 17 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Ski Run Marina in South Lake Tahoe.
League staff will train interested people to survey stormwater infrastructure including pipes and storm drains found throughout the city.
All ages welcome, no experience necessary. Snacks and refreshments provided.
Location
Ski Run Marina
900 Ski Run Boulevard
South Lake Tahoe
United States
See map: Google Maps
Pipe Keeper Training
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/10/2018 - 9:17pm
Event Date:
January 17, 2019 - 2:00pm
The League to Save Lake Tahoe is hosting another Pipe Keeper training session in South Lake Tahoe on January 17, 2019 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Pipe Keepers is a citizen science program to address the threat of stormwater pollution entering Lake Tahoe. Runoff from rain storms and snowmelt is the largest source of pollution that degrades Lake clarity. League staff will train you to survey stormwater infrastructure including pipes and stormdrains found all throughout the city.
RSVP for the event: https://donate.keeptahoeblue.org/event/pipe-keeper-training/e208953
Pipe Keeper Intro Training
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/05/2018 - 2:05pm
Event Date:
November 14, 2018 - 2:00pm Learn how to be a Lake Tahoe Pipe Keeper at their next public training session on Wednesday, November 14 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Pipe Keepers is a citizen science program to address the threat of stormwater pollution entering Lake Tahoe. Runoff from rain storms and snowmelt is the largest source of pollution that degrades Lake clarity. League staff will train you to survey stormwater infrastructure including pipes and stormdrians found all throughout the city.
All ages welcome, no experience necessary. Snacks and refreshments provided.
Location
South Lake Tahoe
United States
See map: Google Maps
Pipe Keepers Launch Party | Keep Tahoe Blue
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 10/08/2018 - 11:51am
Event Date:
October 25, 2018 - 5:30pm Join us for a fun evening at Lake Tahoe AleWorX with local stormwater scientists, drinks, food, a raffle and fundrasier! No experience necessary.
Lake Tahoe AleWorX is proud to support the League to Save Lake Tahoe. On Thursday, October 25 between 5:30 to 8:30 pm, AleWorX will donate 100 percent of its net profits from all food and beverage sold at its taproom at the Crossing to the League.
Pipe Keepers is the League to Save Lake Tahoe's citizen science program to address the threat of stormwater pollution entering Lake Tahoe.
Location
Lake Tahoe AleWorX
2050 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Suite 2050
United States
See map: Google Maps
Pipe Keepers Launch Party | Keep Tahoe Blue
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 10/01/2018 - 3:29pm
Event Date:
October 25, 2018 - 5:30pm Join the League to Save Lake Tahoe for a fun evening with local stormwater scientists, drinks, food and a raffle on October 25 at Lake Tahoe AleWorx from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
No experience necessary. RSVP for the free event at keeptahoeblue.org/events - https://donate.keeptahoeblue.org/event/pipe-keeper-launch-party/e199083/register/new/select-tickets
Location
Lake Tahoe AleWorX
2050 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States
See map: Google Maps
Column: Working together for a healthier Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/23/2018 - 2:13pm
Earth Day at Lake Tahoe has a special meaning. Working together through the Lake Tahoe Environmental Improvement Program, more than 50 local, state, federal, nonprofit, and private sector partners are implementing projects and programs to conserve the Tahoe Basin’s environment and fix past environmental harms.
Pipe Keeper Training
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 02/28/2018 - 10:51am
Event Date:
March 22, 2018 - 4:00pm Pipe Keepers is a citizen science program to address the threat of stormwater pollution entering Lake Tahoe. Runoff from storms and snowmelt is the largest source of pollution that degrades Lake clarity. League staff will train you to survey local neighborhoods and collect stormwater samples during rain and snowmelt events.
Location
South Lake Tahoe
United States
See map: Google Maps
Pipe Keeper Training
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 01/25/2018 - 11:05am
Event Date:
February 15, 2018 - 3:30pm Pipe Keepers is a citizen science program to address the threat of stormwater pollution entering Lake Tahoe. Runoff from storms and snowmelt is the largest source of pollution that degrades Lake clarity. League staff will train you to survey local neighborhoods and collect stormwater samples during rain and snowmelt events.
Location
South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States
See map: Google Maps
Spooky Stormwater Fall Festival
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/14/2017 - 1:46pm
Event Date:
October 12, 2017 - 4:00pm Come to the Spooky Stormwater Fall Festival on Thursday, October 12 from 4-7 pm at Sidellis Lake Tahoe. There will be fun games to earn great prizes and learn about Tahoe's number one threat: stormwater pollution. Refreshments provided.
Location
Sidellis Lake Tahoe
3350 Sandy Way
United States
43° 29' 42.7632" N, 124° 13' 40.6128" W
See map: Google Maps
Guest Columnist: Restoring Lake Tahoe’s Clarity
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/13/2017 - 12:44pm
Lake Tahoe is known around the world for its crystal-clear water. For several decades, Tahoe’s clarity, which measured more than 100 feet in 1968, was declining each year because of stormwater pollution from poorly planned development and the lingering effects of historical activities such as cattle grazing and logging.
Keep Tahoe Blue holding Pipe Keeper introductory training
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 03/29/2017 - 2:37pm
Event Date:
April 11, 2017 - 4:00pm Pipe Keepers is a citizen science program to address the threat of stormwater pollution entering Lake Tahoe. Runoff from rain storms and snowmelt is the largest source of pollution that degrades Lake clarity. League staff will train you to survey local neighborhoods and collect stormwater samples during rain and snowmelt events.
Location
League to Save Lake Tahoe
2608 Lake Tahoe Blvd
United States
38° 55' 35.0544" N, 119° 59' 2.2308" W
See map: Google Maps
Volunteerpalooza: Volunteer Training and Open House
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 03/13/2017 - 4:24pm
Event Date:
April 5, 2017 - 5:30pm We welcome all ages to come learn about the League’s volunteer programs and how you can Keep Tahoe Blue this season. Event attendees will receive training to assist with outreach and events and hear from the League’s dedicated volunteers. Refreshments, dinner, drinks and raffle provided. Please RSVP to events@keeptahoeblue.org
Location
League to Save Lake Tahoe Education Center
2608 Lake Tahoe Blvd
United States
38° 55' 35.0544" N, 119° 59' 2.2308" W
See map: Google Maps
Learn how to keep Tahoe blue at next Pipe Keeper training
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 01/05/2017 - 3:24pm
Event Date:
February 12, 2017 - 2:00pm The League to Save Lake Tahoe is looking for new Pipe Keepers, their citizen science program that addresses the threat of stormwater pollution entering Lake Tahoe.
They will be holding a "fun and interactive" Pipe Keeper Intro training on February 12 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the League's Education Center located at 2608 Lake Tahoe Blvd. in South Lake Tahoe.
Location
League to Save Lake Tahoe Education Center and Store
2608 Lake Tahoe Blvd
United States
38° 55' 35.0544" N, 119° 59' 2.2308" W
See map: Google Maps
Pipe Keepers Intro Training
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/02/2016 - 10:31am
Event Date:
December 7, 2016 - 2:00pm Pipe Keepers is a citizen science program to address the threat of stormwater pollution entering Lake Tahoe. Runoff from rain storms and snowmelt is the largest source of pollution that degrades Lake clarity. League staff will train you to survey local neighborhoods and collect stormwater samples during rain and snowmelt events. More info at keeptahoeblue.org/events.
Location
Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association Pavilion
356 Ala Wai Blvd
United States
38° 56' 19.2516" N, 120° 0' 21.9708" W
See map: Google Maps
Learn how you can help Keep Tahoe Blue at pipe keeper training
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/04/2015 - 2:10pm
Event Date:
November 12, 2015 - 2:00pm
Pipe Keepers is a citizen science program to address the threat of stormwater pollution entering Lake Tahoe. Runoff from rain storms and snowmelt is the largest source of pollution that degrades Lake clarity. League staff will train you to survey local neighborhoods and collect stormwater samples during rain and snowmelt events.
Effects of winter storms on clarity of Lake Tahoe topic of upcoming workshops
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/24/2015 - 1:52pm
Event Date:
October 13, 2015 - 6:00pm
Everyone hopes for a winter of big storms at Lake Tahoe. Recent media hype evokes images of a "Godzilla" El Niño. But for Tahoe, big storms come with big impacts to Lake clarity as snowmelt and stormwater runoff transport pollutants and fine sediment into the Lake.
So how do Tahoe communities protect the Lake from big storm events?
League to Save Lake Tahoe summer party to highlight new education center
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 06/03/2015 - 9:03am
Event Date:
June 19, 2015 - 5:00pm The public is invited to the League to Save Lake Tahoe's free Summer Kickoff party at the League to Save Lake Tahoe in South Lake Tahoe on Friday, June 10 at 5:00 p.m. Music, food, fun, prizes and education will all be part of the evening's activities.
The party will feature the grand re-opening of their Fritzi & David Huntington Environmental Education Center. Featuring cutting-edge interactive displays, the Education Center’s overhaul has improved the agency's ability to educate and engage the public about how to protect Lake Tahoe and the threats facing the Lake.
Location
League to Save Lake Tahoe
2608 Lake Tahoe Blvd
United States
See map: Google Maps
Tahoe Talks Lunch Series Continues March 18
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/13/2015 - 11:27pm
A Tahoe Talks Brown Bag Lunch Series recently launched offers a monthly forum for people to discuss and learn more about ways to strengthen communities, make towns safer for bicyclists and pedestrians, and help protect Lake Tahoe’s amazing natural resources.
Lunches are held monthly at Lake Tahoe Community College. They cover topics ranging from transportation to the economy and the environment, and offer a comfortable, low-key setting for people to discuss and learn about those issues. The events are free to the public.
New LTCC Class Will Provide Job Skills to Help Protect Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/13/2015 - 11:15pm
The League to Save Lake Tahoe and Lake Tahoe Community College are offering a course, “Water Quality Monitoring of Streams and Lakes (GEG 107),” to provide students skills applicable for entry level field, environment and science technician job duties with Tahoe resource agencies.
Tahoe Talks March Brow Bag Lunch: How to facilitate change with volunteering
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/03/2015 - 12:04am
Event Date:
March 18, 2015 - 12:00pm
Jesse Patterson of the League to Save Lake Tahoe will be the guest speaker during March Tahoe Talks. He will speak on "Volunteer Monitoring: How to Facilitate Change through Observation."
Stormwater Symposium at LTCC
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/04/2014 - 12:35pm
Event Date:
December 10, 2014 - 5:30pm The public will have a chance to learn about agency efforts to address stormwater pollution and get involved at a stormwater symposium on December 10 at Lake Tahoe Community College.
Location
Lake Tahoe Community College
One College Drive, So. Lake Tahoe
United States
See map: Google Maps
Pipe Keepers Public Forum
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/08/2014 - 10:01pm
Event Date:
April 17, 2014 - 6:00pm
The League to Save Lake Tahoe is inviting the public to its first Pipe Keepers Public Forum on April 17 at the Blue Angel Café in South Lake Tahoe, featuring five regional experts who will discuss stormwater problems and solutions in the Tahoe Basin. The event will feature free food and drinks, a free raffle, expert presentations and a question and answer session.
League to Save Lake Tahoe receives $60,000 Wells Fargo grant
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 04/22/2013 - 12:01pmThe League to Save Lake Tahoe received a grant Monday from Wells Fargo and Company as part of a $3 million Wells Fargo Environmental Solutions for Communities grant program across 64 community-based nonprofits nationwide to help support land and water conservation, energy efficiency, infrastructure and educational outreach.
Presentation by the League to Save Lake Tahoe about Pipe Keepers
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 02/27/2013 - 11:52am
Event Date:
March 13, 2013 - 6:00pm
The League to Save Lake Tahoe will be giving a presentation on the evenings of March 13-14 about Pipe Keepers, a new volunteer monitoring program.
Pipe Keepers is a volunteer based monitoring program that examines turbidity (clarity) of water that enters Lake Tahoe and its tributaries through storm drains.
Created in response to a resident’s concerns about a neighborhood storm pipe discharging dirty looking water directly into Lake Tahoe, Pipe Keepers began in the Fall of 2012 with trained local volunteers sampling outflow from storm drain pipes throughout the Tahoe Basin.
