Tahoe Resource Conservation District

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Huffington Post Features Tahoe Expo

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Great write-up on the Tahoe Expo in the Huffinton Post (view article) today featuring mention our very own Conservation Assistant Adam Henriques. The TRCD played an integral role in the creation and coordination of four separate Adventure Tracks for the 2012 Tahoe Expo. Check out the article and then head on over and “like” the Tahoe Expo to stay informed!

 

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National Winter Trails Day 1/12/13

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Come join in on the fun filled National Winter Trails Day Celebration at Camp Richardson on the 12th of January 2013! Our very own Watershed Coordinator Kim Gorman will give a talk about water quality conservation from both the programmatic and stewardship-based perspectives at 1:30 pm. For more information about the Camp Richardson event, you can contact Kim directly at (530) 546-1501 x 129.

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Tahoe Boat Inspections Move Back to Launch Ramps for Fall & Winter

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 18, 2012

Tahoe Boat Inspections Move Back to Launch Ramps for Fall & Winter

South Lake Tahoe, CA – Following a stellar boating season, this Thursday, September 20th will be the last day of operations for the Northstar and Homewood boat inspection stations. Boat inspections and decontaminations will still be available at the Alpine, Spooner and Meyers stations until September 30, 2012.

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Special Report on Invasive Species in Local Waters on Sept. 26 at REI Reno

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 12, 2012

Reno, NV – The Tahoe Resource Conservation District is calling all boaters, anglers, paddlers, swimmers and water-lovers! Join us on September 26 at 6:30pm at REI Reno, 2225 Harvard Way, Reno NV to learn how and why to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. Asian clams, Zebra & Quagga mussels and invasive weeds like Eurasian water milfoil are just a few of the plants and critters that currently threaten your local waters.

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Conservation Landscape Tour Features West Shore

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 15, 2012

Tahoe RCD’s Conservation Landscape Tour features Beautiful Gardens on Tahoe’s West Shore

Lake Tahoe, CA – Nine beautiful West Shore gardens and educational talks on conservation landscaping topics highlight the fifth annual Conservation Landscape Tour, one of the signature events produced by the sustainable landscaping experts with the Tahoe Resource Conservation District.  Maps for the tour can be picked up on Sunday, August 19 between 1 and 3 pm at the corner of Wilson and Pine Streets in Tahoma, CA.  

“Last year’s Conservation Landscape Tour attracted over 150 people, and we look forward to seeing even more locals, second homeowners and visitors at this year’s event,” said Courtney Walker, Conservation Planner with the Tahoe Resource Conservation District.  “We have great presenters and some stunning properties to visit, as well as light refreshments and entertainment to cap off the tour in style.”

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