backyard conservation | watershed | fire safety |

Through various federal, state and local funding sources, the TRCD runs several programs out of their South Lake Tahoe office.

Backyard Conservation Program
Since 1998, the Backyard Conservation Program has been working with the USDA/Natural Resources Conservation Service to assist private property owners to help protect Lake Tahoe one property at a time. The BCP Program provides property owners free site evaluations for Best Management Practices (BMPs), which includes controlling storm water runoff and other pollutants. Property owners can contact TRCD to get information on BMPs, native plants, water conservation, and fertilizer management.

Watershed Coordinator Program
A state grant from the California Department of Conservation kicked off the TRCD's Watershed Coordinator Program in 2001. TRCD staff facilitates monthly meetings of the Upper Truckee Focus Watershed Group, working to get funding and projects established in the watershed. Current projects included river restoration, canine mitt expansion, and beaver management.

Fire Safe Council
The TRCD Fire Safe Council Program started in the Spring of 2003. This program is working to establish non-profit status. In the mean time, program materials are available regarding fire defensible space around your home.