ARC volunteer Tom Dodson will lead this exploration of the Granite Chief Wilderness Area Picayune Valley starting at Talbot Creek . We will hike up along the middle fork of the American River passing through an old growth forest. After crossing the headwaters of the middle fork, we will emerge into the Picayune Valley. In the valley, we will explore waterfalls and Indian petroglyphs, and pass through several alpine meadows with wildflowers in bloom. The hike is moderate with no…

Join the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center to Circumnavigate Lake Tahoe for Science. This kayaking event, TERC CIRC 2, will take place over seven days, starting Monday, June 20 and concluding Sunday, June 26. Many people have paddled Tahoe’s shores, but this event is unique. In addition to each day’s 6-13 miles of spectacular shoreline paddling, you will get to see, share and learn about Lake Tahoe’s ecology, geology and emerging challenges. TERC’s scientific experts will be there to…

Join Sugar Pine Foundation for a family friendly tree watering event on South Shore. Watering helps the seedlings survive the hot dry Tahoe summer! Bring a water bladder or water jugs if you have them. Wear hiking shoes. We will be alternating watering locations each week.

Come help TAMBA build the Meeks Ridge Trail on the West Shore. Join TAMBA from 9am – 1pm as they build our way towards Lost Lake. They’ll be refurbishing what used to be an old logging road alignment, to be a fun multi-use singletrack. Once completed, this 4-5 miles section of trail will help form an amazing 10-12 mile loop when combined with the rugged Lost Lake and General Creek trails. If you plan to attend, please RSVP and fill…

Explore how different forest management alternatives in mixed conifer forests affect fuel characteristics and wildfire risk during this dynamic field workshop at Berkley Forest's Blodgett Forest Research Station on Thursday, June 23, 2022 from 10:00am to 3:00pm. This four mile walking treatment and research tour will explore various treatment alternatives and their effectiveness while identifying the impacts of treatment timing and maintenance. Implementation challenges and opportunities will be discussed, notably those involving permitting and funding pathways. Attendees are asked to bring a…

Join Parasol Tahoe Community Foundation, on June 23 at 5:30pm, as our Tahoe-Nevada Fire Chiefs and insurance experts address the risks fo wildfire in our community, the actions they are taking to keep you and your property safe, and how you can be a part of the solution. Guest speakers to include: Chief Ryan Sommers, North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District Chief Scott Lindgren, Tahoe Douglas Fire Protect District Mike Menath, Menath Insurance This forum is free and open to…

Join Sugar Pine Foundation for a family friendly tree watering event in Tahoe City. Watering helps the seedlings survive the hot dry Tahoe summer! Bring a water bladder or water jugs if you have them. Wear hiking shoes. We will be alternating watering locations each week.

This webinar on June 23 from 6:30-7:30pm will let East Shore residents and visitors know what Environmental Improvement Program projects are happening in their neighborhoods this year. Join Environmental Improvement Program (EIP) partners for a preview of projects happening near you. Learn about the Marlette Creek Restoration Project, forest health initiatives, and next steps for Spooner and Sand Harbor, and more, plus how to stay engaged on all these initiatives. Register here. Learn more here.