Sierra State Parks Foundation

Sierra State Parks Foundation Partners with the California State Parks in the Lake Tahoe and Donner region by funding projects and offering educational programs. Join us!

06/04/2026

Learn how to tell the difference between black bear cubs and black bear yearlings in this helpful video from the Tahoe Interagency Bear Team (TIBT).

Video by Sarinah Simons (California State Parks)

Visit TahoeBears.org to learn more! 🐻

06/03/2026

RESHARE FROM BOAT ED: Man overboard! Cold-water immersion can be deadly serious. This video shares essential tips for surviving and improving your chances of rescue if you find yourself overboard in cold water.

Want to build your boating knowledge? Enroll in the Boat-Ed Boater Safety Course and earn your lifetime certification. Our engaging, scenario-based training puts you at the helm in real-world situations, covering emergency procedures, navigation rules, and proven safety practices.
Complete the course, pass your exam, and get certified—all in just a few hours.

Start today: https://www.boat-ed.com/

Hi friends, when in Tahoe, we invite you to Take It Slow! You've heard of mountain time. In other places, taking it slow...
06/02/2026

Hi friends, when in Tahoe, we invite you to Take It Slow!

You've heard of mountain time. In other places, taking it slow might mean arriving late; here, it's arriving ready. It means quality time, deep focus, more safety, stronger memories, and a confident calm.

That's how we Take Care of Tahoe! So please, embody it and share it.

Credit: Tahoe Chamber

06/01/2026

Such an inspirational video on how medicinal Lake Tahoe can be for us! We love to see this, keep up the good work, Outside Magazine :)

RESHARE FROM Outside Magazine: A trip to Lake Tahoe might just be the cure for what ails you—and now there's proof. As the researchers in this new video series discover, moments of awe in nature can boost feelings of happiness, connection, and gratitude. Consider this a prescription to watch along and discover the incredible adventures Tahoe has to offer.

REPOST FROM CALIFORNIA TAHOE CONSERVANCY:The California Tahoe Conservancy (Conservancy) and Forest Service, Lake Tahoe B...
06/01/2026

REPOST FROM CALIFORNIA TAHOE CONSERVANCY:

The California Tahoe Conservancy (Conservancy) and Forest Service, Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) invite you to join a site walk about planning for the Ward Creek Restoration Project.

The Conservancy and LTBMU propose to restore habitat and remove conifers on Forest Service and Conservancy lands along the creek and adjacent to Ward Creek Boulevard, approximately 1.5 miles upstream from State Route 89. Visit the Conservancy website to find more details on the project and the history of the site.

The Conservancy and LTBMU want to hear from you as staff plans the project. Join the site walk to learn about the planned project, and share your questions and comments.
Site Walk Details:
Location: Ward Creek Restoration Project Area
Time: June 1, 2026, noon – 1:00 p.m.
Directions: Parking is available along the shoulder of Ward Creek Boulevard, about 0.25 miles past the Stanford Rock trailhead. Google map with directions here. Also see map below.
Accessibility: The event will include a short walk on trails and native surfaces. The trails will be on uneven surfaces and might require stepping over roots, rocks, or logs. We will be walking through an area with mosquitoes, so participants may want to wear appropriate layers or use insect repellent.

You may also email Jen Greenberg, [email protected], with your questions or comments.

Tickets are still available for June's Tahoe Talks on the Water! Join Heather Segale and Alison Toy from UC Davis Tahoe ...
05/31/2026

Tickets are still available for June's Tahoe Talks on the Water!

Join Heather Segale and Alison Toy from UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center on a sunset cruise, as they share how science, community participation, and conservation come together to better understand and protect the Lake Tahoe Basin.

Come learn how you can be a champion for Lake Tahoe on June 11th on the Tahoe Gal!

Tickets: Sierrastateparks.org/events/tahoe-talk-on-water-june

Thank you to our sponsors: tahoe.com, Highway 12 Vineyards & Winery, , North Tahoe Community Alliance, and North Tahoe Chamber

Fire can actually be the best tool for preparing for fire! For over 30 years, Sugar Pine Point State Park has used presc...
05/31/2026

Fire can actually be the best tool for preparing for fire!

For over 30 years, Sugar Pine Point State Park has used prescribed burns to fight the risk of catastrophic megafires. While it sounds counterintuitive, charred bark and singed needles are actually signs of a forest on the brink of regrowth.

How controlled burns can help:

🔴Clear out overgrowth: Reduces the fuels that feed massive wildfires.
🔴Boost biodiversity: Helps the park's namesake sugar pines regenerate.
🔴Create healthier habitats: Opens up the canopy for local wildlife to thrive.

But with climate change narrowing burn windows and severe staffing shortages looming, how do land managers keep up with California's massive forest backlog?

👉 Read or listen to the full story on SFGATE: Sfgate.com/renotahoe/article/What-we-can-learn-prescribe-burns-sugar-pine-tahoe-15610049.php

05/29/2026

Fun Fact Friday: Did you know that 63 tributaries feed into Lake Tahoe, but only one, the Truckee River, leaves the lake? 🌊

05/29/2026

RESHARE FROM BOAT ED: The right life jacket can save your life. In this video, Boat-Ed shares expert tips on selecting the correct personal flotation device (PFD) for yourself and others.

Life jackets come in different types, each designed for specific activities and conditions. Knowing which one to choose, and how it should fit, is essential for safety on the water. This video walks you through how to select the right PFD for your activity so you can enjoy the day with confidence.

Want to take your boating and water safety skills further? Earn your lifetime boater safety certification with Boat-Ed. Our immersive, engaging course covers everything from PFD selection to navigation rules and emergency procedures, accessible anywhere, anytime.

Start today: https://www.boat-ed.com/

Lake Tahoe ospreys are iconic summer raptors, known for diving directly into the water to hunt fish. Seeing them is a gr...
05/28/2026

Lake Tahoe ospreys are iconic summer raptors, known for diving directly into the water to hunt fish. Seeing them is a great sign as they are vital indicators of the lake's ecological health!

Often confused with Bald Eagles, which also live in the basin, ospreys are noticeably smaller, have a white belly and head, and feature a dark brown "bandit mask" stripe through their eyes.

You can find them around Emerald Bay State Park, D.L. Bliss State Park, and around the Truckee River.

Photo credit: Courtney Bass and Bill Woodall

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