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Public is invited to free training on how to protect Lake Tahoe from golden mussels, other aquatic invasive species

League to Save Lake Tahoe
June 6, 2025

Environmental partners host the event as boating and paddling season kicks off

LAKE TAHOE, Nev./Cal., June 9, 2025 – On Wednesday, June 11, a team of Tahoe’s protectors will lead a free, public training on how to preserve the Lake’s blue waters from the threat of aquatic invasive species as part of California Invasive Species Action Week. The morning event at the Tahoe Keys Marina in South Lake Tahoe will also include a demonstration of innovative aquatic robots — including a semi-submersible drone and high-capacity skimmer — used to contain the spread of invasive weeds in Lake Tahoe.

With invasive golden mussels threatening to enter the Tahoe Basin, now is a critical time to learn how to spot and prevent aquatic invaders from spreading. Aquatic invasive species (AIS) — most notably plants and shellfish — can outcompete native plants and animals, alter the Lake’s delicate ecosystem, and threaten to turn Tahoe’s famously blue waters a murky green.

During the two-hour training, participants will learn how to identify aquatic invasive species and report their sightings through a web-based platform, understand the fundamentals of lake-friendly paddling and why it’s crucial to “Clean, Drain, and Dry” gear before hitting the water, and gain awareness about harmful algal blooms.

The event is led by the League to Save Lake Tahoe in collaboration with ECO-CLEAN Solutions, Tahoe Keepers, the Lahontan Water Quality Control Board, and Tahoe Regional Planning Agency, with generous support from the Tahoe Keys Marina. California Invasive Species Action Week runs June 7 – 15.


WHEN
10:00 am – noon | Wednesday, June 11

WHO
Volunteers of all ages are welcome. No prior experience is required. There is no fee to attend.

WHERE
Tahoe Keys Marina | 2435 Venice Dr E, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (map)

HOW TO PARTICIPATE
Register for the free training at keeptahoeblue.org/eol2025.

WHAT
Lake Tahoe is known for its astounding water quality and clarity. Aquatic invasive species are the most dire threat to Tahoe’s famous water and delicate ecology. Invasive golden mussels, which were found in North America for the first time last October, would do irreversible damage if allowed to spread into the Lake. Everyone who enjoys this place must do their part to protect it from invasive species. Attending this free training is a great way to Keep Tahoe Blue.

• Learn more about the League to Save Lake Tahoe’s Eyes on the Lake aquatic invasive species monitoring program at keeptahoeblue.org/eol.
• Information about ECO-CLEAN Solutions’ aquatic robots is available at eco-cleansolutions.com.
• Get tips on invasive species prevention, the proper way to Clean, Drain, and Dry your water gear, and lake-friendly paddling from the Tahoe Keepers at tahoeboatinspections.com/tahoe-keepers.
• The Lahontan Water Board provides current information about harmful algal blooms and offers a platform to report possible sightings at mywaterquality.ca.gov/habs.
• Find ways to take part in California Invasive Species Action Week at wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation/Invasives/Action-Week.

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Media Contact:
Chris Joseph, Communications Director, League to Save Lake Tahoe
cjoseph@keeptahoeblue.org, 530.541.5388 ext.206

The League to Save Lake Tahoe is the donor-funded, science-based organization of environmental experts and Tahoe-lovers behind Keep Tahoe Blue. We have led the protection and restoration of the Lake Tahoe Basin since 1957 and remain the one organization who brings everyone together for the same goal — to protect Tahoe for future generations. Learn more, donate, and get involved at keeptahoeblue.org.

 

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