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TAHOE FUND PARTNERS WITH BOATWORKS AT LAKE TAHOE TO DRAW ATTENTION TO SLED LITTER IN TAHOE

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Local artist, Mark Salinas, and his artwork, Sledflakes, on display during free event

Tahoe City, CA–December 10, 2019 – Boatworks at Lake Tahoe has commissioned artwork called Sledflakes in collaboration with local artist Mark Salinas and the Tahoe Fund. Made from discarded sled pieces found on sled hills in Tahoe, Sledflakes supports the regional Take Care Tahoe initiative to reduce the number of sleds left on hills, by bringing awareness to the issue and the harmful effects of plastic on the Lake.

The event is December 13, 2019 starting at 5:00 p.m. inside the Boatworks at Lake Tahoe in Tahoe City. Attendees can view sustainable art, drink complimentary beer and wine, and support Tahoe City’s youth. Boatworks at Lake Tahoe is asking attendees to bring a new, unopened toy, that will be donated to local youth.

“For the past few years we have been working with our Take Care Tahoe partners to try to reduce the amount of sleds and litter left behind at sled hills in Tahoe,” said Tahoe Fund CEO Amy Berry. “This is such a fun way to draw attention to the problem. We are so thankful to Boatworks at Lake Tahoe for creating this opportunity and to Mark for using his artistic talents to help spread the word.”

Tahoe Fund has teamed up with Tahoe Timber this holiday season to help raise funds for the Smartest Forest Fund!

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Looking for a unique gift idea? Tahoe Timber offers watches, glasses, wallets, and more. All Tahoe Timber products are sourced from renewable and reclaimed materials, and crafted into quality products.

For the entire month of December, Tahoe Timber will be donating 5% of all online sales to the Tahoe Fund’s Smartest Forest Fund.

The Tahoe Fund wants to make Tahoe’s forest the Smartest Forest on the Planet, because we believe through innovation and technology we can significantly increase the pace and scale of forest restoration in the Tahoe Basin.

Tahoe Fund Issues Call for 2020 Projects

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Nonprofit seeks projects that offer solutions to environmental challenges impacting Lake Tahoe

TAHOE CITY, Calif. (Dec. 4, 2019) – The nonprofit Tahoe Fund has opened its annual call for projects that offer solutions to environmental challenges that impact Lake Tahoe. Specifically interested in supporting projects designed to improve lake clarity, expand outdoor recreation opportunities, reduce wildfire risk, and promote healthier forests, the Tahoe Fund will also consider funding projects that improve transportation and enhance stewardship opportunities in the Tahoe Basin. Organizations can submit projects for consideration by January 31, 2020 at tahoefund.org/challenge.

“Our goal is to support projects that improve the environment within the Tahoe Basin and encourage greater stewardship of this place that is treasured by so many,” said Allen Biaggi, Tahoe Fund Board Vice Chairman. “There are so many organizations doing great work in our region, we look forward to considering the projects they put forward and understanding how they can help increase the pace and scale of environmental improvements that are needed in Tahoe.”

Eligible projects must be able to demonstrate that necessary environmental permits will be obtained, that it has strong community support, and that other sources of funding have been identified. All submissions will be reviewed by the Tahoe Fund Projects Committee, which is responsible for developing the Tahoe Fund’s Signature and Premier Projects Portfolio. Project selections are expected to be made in late spring or early summer 2020.

Project submissions for early-stage grants that bring innovative solutions to Tahoe’s environmental challenges are also being accepted through Tahoe Fund’s Environmental Venture Trust. These projects should be able to demonstrate how an early investment can be leveraged to secure significant funding in the future from public and/or private sources.

Since 2010, the Tahoe Fund has raised funds from private donors for more than 35 environmental improvement projects including new bike paths and trails, watershed restorations, removal of aquatic invasive species and environmental stewardship programs. In 2019, financial support was provided to projects including the Spooner Lake Trailhead and Amphitheater, Bike Racks for Businesses, Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care Outdoor Learning Center, Lily Lake Trail and more.

Project guidelines and the request for projects submission form can be found at tahoefund.org/challenge.

Family-friendly Thanksgiving Hikes

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Thanksgiving is a great time for family hikes in Tahoe, especially in newly fallen snow. Sometimes it can be hard to find a hike that suits the needs of a whole family. Here are three great family trail options for the young and old, or cautious and bold.

Monkey Rock Trail

Of course we recommend the new East Shore Trail for a family-friendly stroll, but if you are looking for

something a little off the beaten path we recommend Monkey Rock. Named for a well know monkey-shaped rock that perches high above Incline Village, this trail features stunning views of Lake Tahoe, with an added attraction that the family can enjoy. The trailhead is located just off of the new East Shore Trail and next to the Tunnel Creek Café, a great place to grab a bite before heading off. Make sure to bring a camera, Monkey Rock paints an iconic scene of Tahoe’s unique collaboration between the mountains and the Lake.

  • Open: Year-round access
  • Parking: Park in the new East Shore Trail parking lots and walk up the road behind the Tunnel Creek Café. After a small but steep walk up the road the dirt trail begins with an immediate pay-off of stunning views.
  • Distance: 2.6-mile out and back.
  • Difficulty: Easy to Medium- the hike is short but there is a steep section that may require a little extra motivation. The views are worth it!
  • Dogs: Permitted if on a leash

Rubicon- Lighthouse Trail at Bliss State Park

Tahoe Fund partnered with California State Parks to build a new section

of the Lighthouse Trail that merges with the iconic Rubicon Trail. Accessed from within Bliss State Park, the trail offers a short hike to stunning views from the West Shore of Tahoe. Stop along the way at the new vista point and benches, and make sure to check out the old Rubicon Lighthouse, once the highest elevation lighthouse in the world.

  • Open: Year-round, April and September are the best times to go
  • Parking: During the summer season there is a $10 entrance fee for vehicles at Bliss State Park. During the off-season, which is weather dependent, the gates are closed and parking will be located at the parking lot near the highway 89 visitors center, just a mile from the closest Rubicon trail head.
  • Distance: .5 mile and connects to Rubicon Trail for a longer hike
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Dogs: Permitted if on a leash

Spooner Lake Trail

Whether looking for a place to bike, hike, fish, or take in nature at your own pace, Spooner Lake State Park offers the perfect backdrop to do just this. Spooner Lake serves as an educational and recreation paradise that allows for a quieter, more tranquil experience of Tahoe, while also being a gateway to more than 60 miles of backcountry trails including the famous Flume Trail and Marlette Lake. The heart of the park features a family-friendly trail around Spooner Lake that is flat and offers many benches for unhindered views of the lake. The Tahoe Fund has teamed up with Nevada State Parks to envision a revamped the trailhead with the addition of an amphitheater. Information about donations and project renderings can be found here.

  • Open: Year-round access
  • Parking: There is a $10 entrance fee for drive-ins, with a $2 entrance fee for walk-ins.
  • Distance: 2.5-mile loop
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Dogs: Permitted if on a leash

With these trails in mind, get out and make your Tahoe Thanksgiving one to remember!


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