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November 1, 2023

What if the League were never formed?

Explore an interactive map showing how your donations have fueled the League's lake-saving work - and why your help is still urgently needed.
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November 18, 2023

November 2023 eNewsletter

A fix for sled hill litter, preventing to-go food waste, bears, and more. Your monthly update from Keep Tahoe Blue.
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November 14, 2023

Parasol Tahoe Community Foundation supports the League’s new Environment & Education Center

“Our community exists in one of the most beautiful landscapes on earth, and the Community Foundation has always been focused on supporting projects that protect our home."
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November 6, 2023

VIDEO: Invasive snails threaten Lake Tahoe ecosystem

They may be tiny, but these aquatic invaders from New Zealand could cause huge problems for Lake Tahoe.
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November 1, 2023

Stopping litter at the source

Using a "science to solutions" approach, Keep Tahoe Blue volunteers prevent trash from becoming litter. Learn how.
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October 28, 2023

Tahoe Keys Weeds Test wraps up second year

This fall, the second year of the three-year Tahoe Keys Control Methods Test was completed. The test will help determine how to control invasive plants and prevent them from spreading further into the Lake.
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October 23, 2023

See a show, but leave your car at home

The League to Save Lake Tahoe worked with the event center to make sure it does its part to Keep Tahoe Blue. That means managing its local transportation impacts down to net zero.
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October 23, 2023

Video: Projects improving the South Lake Tahoe environment

Partners of the Lake Tahoe Environmental Improvement Program provided a webinar update on multiple projects improving South Lake’s environment.
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October 6, 2023

October 2023 Advocacy Update

Our advocacy experts keep a watchful eye on projects in Lake Tahoe. Here's what we're working on now.
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September 29, 2023

The League Remembers Senator Dianne Feinstein

Senator Diane Feinstein was a true champion for Lake Tahoe. The League and the lake mourn her passing.
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Keep Tahoe Blue
Who We Are

Environmental experts and Tahoe-lovers, just like you

We are the donor-funded organization of environmental experts and Tahoe-lovers who have been keeping Tahoe blue since 1957.

What We Do

Tackle Invasive Species

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Aquatic invasive weeds
Inspecting aquatic weeds

We tackle invasive species to protect and restore the delicate ecology of Lake Tahoe.

  • Preventing new infestations with an engaged, informed community
  • Crowdsourcing solutions through citizen science
  • Deploying innovative technologies to put the threat in check
Learn More
  • 105+
    Acres of aquatic invasive weeds in Tahoe's largest infestation
  • 8
    Lakes in Tahoe-Truckee surveyed for aquatic invaders in 2021
  • 600
    Volunteers trained and certified through our Eyes on the Lake program
  • 0
    Introductions of new invasives since boat inspections began
  • 1,470
    Surveys submitted by Eyes on the Lake volunteers
What We Do

Combat Pollution

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A beach littered with trash
Keep Tahoe Blue

We combat pollution to Keep Tahoe Blue, healthy and pristine.

  • Improving transportation to prevent erosion and emissions
  • Shaping environmental policy and recruiting public funding
  • Fostering stewardship to create a litter-free Tahoe
Learn More
  • 124
    Tahoe Blue Crews fighting litter around Tahoe-Truckee
  • 43k+
    Pounds of litter removed through League events and programs
  • 172k+
    Cigarette butts picked up since 2014
  • 529k+
    Miles traveled on Lake-friendly Lime scooters since 2018
  • 125
    Cigarette butt disposal canisters installed around Tahoe
What We Do

Advance Restoration

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Burned trees
Keep Tahoe Blue

We advance restoration to ensure Tahoe is resilient in the face of the climate crisis.

  • Healing forests, streams and meadows through hands-on work.
  • Removing red tape to accelerate important initiatives.
  • Collaborating with partners to get restoration done.
Learn More
  • 24
    Years of hosting Tahoe’s largest volunteer restoration event
  • 59k
    Acres on Tahoe’s west shore slated for restoration
  • $36m
    Secured for wildfire and climate change readiness in 2021
  • 10
    Stream sites being monitored for Caldor Fire impacts
  • 10k
    Acres in the Basin burned in the Caldor Fire, needing restoration
What We Do

  • Tackle Invasive Species

    Aquatic invasive weeds
    Inspecting aquatic weeds

    We tackle invasive species to protect and restore the delicate ecology of Lake Tahoe.

    • Preventing new infestations with an engaged, informed community
    • Crowdsourcing solutions through citizen science
    • Deploying innovative technologies to put the threat in check
    Learn More
    • 105+
      Acres of aquatic invasive weeds in Tahoe's largest infestation
    • 8
      Lakes in Tahoe-Truckee surveyed for aquatic invaders in 2021
    • 600
      Volunteers trained and certified through our Eyes on the Lake program
    • 0
      Introductions of new invasives since boat inspections began
    • 1,470
      Surveys submitted by Eyes on the Lake volunteers

  • Combat Pollution

    A beach littered with trash
    Keep Tahoe Blue

    We combat pollution to Keep Tahoe Blue, healthy and pristine.

    • Improving transportation to prevent erosion and emissions
    • Shaping environmental policy and recruiting public funding
    • Fostering stewardship to create a litter-free Tahoe
    Learn More
    • 124
      Tahoe Blue Crews fighting litter around Tahoe-Truckee
    • 43k+
      Pounds of litter removed through League events and programs
    • 172k+
      Cigarette butts picked up since 2014
    • 529k+
      Miles traveled on Lake-friendly Lime scooters since 2018
    • 125
      Cigarette butt disposal canisters installed around Tahoe

  • Advance Restoration

    Burned trees
    Keep Tahoe Blue

    We advance restoration to ensure Tahoe is resilient in the face of the climate crisis.

    • Healing forests, streams and meadows through hands-on work.
    • Removing red tape to accelerate important initiatives.
    • Collaborating with partners to get restoration done.
    Learn More
    • 24
      Years of hosting Tahoe’s largest volunteer restoration event
    • 59k
      Acres on Tahoe’s west shore slated for restoration
    • $36m
      Secured for wildfire and climate change readiness in 2021
    • 10
      Stream sites being monitored for Caldor Fire impacts
    • 10k
      Acres in the Basin burned in the Caldor Fire, needing restoration
How You Can Help

Tahoe can’t protect itself

 

All of us must do our part to Keep Tahoe Blue. Whether you have five minutes or five hours, you can make a difference.

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    Donate
    Our Lake-saving work depends on the generosity of people like you. Support our efforts today.
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  • 02
    Join the Tahoe Blue Crew
    Adopt your Tahoe happy place and keep it free of pollution.
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  • 03
    Put your Eyes on the Lake
    Protect Tahoe from aquatic invasive species through our citizen science program.
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  • 04
    Become a Pipe Keeper
    Monitor water quality and critical infrastructure to protect Tahoe’s health and clarity
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“I just wish everyone would cherish and respect this fantastic place that we call home.”
Kerry Andras
Tahoe Blue Crew Leader
“The only way to Keep Tahoe Blue is if everyone pitches in and does their part.”
Morgan Edwards
Tahoe Blue Crew Leader
“Pack it in and pack it out to keep this place beautiful.”
Matt Franzino
Tahoe Blue Crew Leader
“A little respect goes a long way!”
Lauren Castro
Tahoe Blue Crew Leader
Echo Lake reflects a few of Tahoe’s peaks in its still, glassy waters.
Iconic Bonsai Rock is just one of Tahoe’s irreplaceable views we must protect.
Mt. Tallac surveys the Tahoe Basin from high above the south shore.
Tahoe has more lakes than just Big Blue. Cascade Lake is perched between Emerald Bay and Fallen Leaf Lake.
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