MissionTahoe Resource Conservation District’s (Tahoe RCD) mission is to promote the conservation, stewardship and knowledge of the Lake Tahoe Region’s natural resources by providing leadership and innovative environmental services to all stakeholders. Tahoe RCD is one of nearly 3000 Conservation Districts across the country helping people to protect land, water, forests, wildlife, and related natural resources. The California State Legislature formed Tahoe RCD in 1974 under Division 9 of the California Public Resources Code. Tahoe RCD is a non-regulatory, grant-funded, local agency that works in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Tahoe RCD, along with our many partners, obtains grant funding and private donations to support all aspects of conservation issues which include, but are not limited to: water quality, wildlife habitat, fire defensible space, sustainable recreation, water conservation and community enhancement. Current programs at Tahoe RCD focus on stormwater management, aquatic invasive species control and prevention, land management, forestry, and conservation landscaping initiatives.
Aquatic Invasive SpeciesAquatic invasive species (AIS) have devastating environmental and economic impacts on businesses, communities, and native species populations. Most invasive species do not have predators to keep their…
Fire Adapted Communities ProgramTahoe Network of Fire Adapted Communities (FAC) is a program designed to help residents and visitors prepare for wildfire. This multi-agency and community collaboration helps residents take…
Restoration ProgramTahoe RCD is dedicated to working with communities, land managers, private landowners, and a wide range of partners to plan, consult on, and implement innovative restoration projects that enhance the environments of the Lake Tahoe Basin.
Forest Management ProgramTahoe RCD launched its Forestry Program in 2024 to support forest health, wildfire resilience, and community safety throughout the Lake Tahoe Basin.
Stormwater ProgramWhile stormdrains have the very practical and necessary function of draining water away from urban lands to prevent flooding, they often have the unintended effect of conveying pollution, such as sediment, nutrients, and trash.
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