Keeping Tahoe Safe from Wildfire Join Our Push for Forest Health
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Fall in Tahoe brings incredible beauty, but it comes with dry, hot, and windy conditions that are the right mix for wildfire. At the League, we are focused on restoring the health of Lake Tahoe’s forests to avoid the damaging effects of wildfire. After the 2021 Caldor Fire, and with the Davis and Bear fires still burning nearby, the need is urgent.
The League plays a pivotal role in securing millions in government funding for forest health, fuels removal, and wildfire preparedness projects, which are essential to Tahoe’s safety. Healthy forests act as natural buffers that slow the spread of flames and prevent ash-laden runoff from reaching the Lake where it hurts water clarity. Your donations make our work possible. |
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We also get hands-on to improve forest health through events like Tahoe Forest Stewardship Days. Every year since 1997, we invite volunteers to join outdoor projects that restore critical habitat and build the ecosystem’s resilience to fire, drought, and the many impacts of climate change. Your next chance to pitch in is September 28. Help us heal the land and make Tahoe fire-safe.
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From Ash to Action: Learning from Wildfire |
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Wildfire affects the land and the water. Ash, soil erosion, and stormwater runoff from burn areas can degrade the Lake’s water quality. In the months after the 2021 Caldor Fire, we jumped at the opportunity to learn more.
Through our Caldor Fire Stream Impact Monitoring Project, our citizen scientists and staff tracked key data on how fire-impacted areas contributed to runoff, including increased levels of nitrogen, phosphorus, and turbidity. These pollutants can lead to harmful algal blooms and murkier water.
While areas are still recovering from the 2021 Caldor Fire, the data we collected continues to inform restoration efforts and improve our understanding of how wildfire affects Lake Tahoe. Learn more about our findings and how you can support our ongoing restoration efforts. |
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Firewise USA Workshop
September 19 | 6:00 - 7:30 pm South Lake Tahoe, CA
Attend this informative and free Firewise USA Workshop where you’ll learn essential tips on how to protect your neighborhood and navigate the Firewise application process. |
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South Shore Bike Path Beautification
September 20 | 3:30 - 5 pm Meyers, CA Pitch in with fellow volunteers to remove invasive terrestrial weeds from South Shore bike paths, so they don’t disrupt the native ecosystem. |
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Great Sierra River Cleanup
September 21 | 9 am - noon Zephyr Cove, NV
Join other volunteers throughout the Sierra Nevada and across California to celebrate this annual day of stewardship! |
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27th Annual Tahoe Forest Stewardship Day
September 28 | 9 am - 1 pm Stateline, NV
This ecosystem restoration event is open for all ages and skill levels to participate in hands-on projects, like native tree planting, invasive species removal, and more. This work helps restore Tahoe's natural water filtration system and protect the Lake's clarity. |
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SPOTLIGHT: How Darby is Fighting Plastic Pollution
Backed by the League's litter cleanup data, South Lake Tahoe became the first U.S. city to ban the sale of single-use plastic water bottles. Our intern Darby has been involved every step of the way, from writing the ordinance to checking if local businesses are complying. And 82% of them are, adopting plastic-free alternatives instead! Her hard work is inspiring other communities to follow Tahoe’s lead. |
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