Sierra Watershed Education Partnerships

Sierra Watershed Education Partnerships SWEP promotes environmental stewardship by connecting students to their local community & environment

During the last week of school, third graders from Tahoe Lake Elementary and Kings Beach Elementary came together at Pom...
06/19/2026

During the last week of school, third graders from Tahoe Lake Elementary and Kings Beach Elementary came together at Pomin Park for a Fisheries Field Day, exploring local aquatic ecosystems through hands-on learning stations and field observations.

Students learned about the native Lahontan cutthroat trout and its role in the Tahoe watershed, connecting classroom science to the ecosystems right in their own backyard.

A big thank you to Tahoe City Public Utility District for the opportunity to host this fun, hands-on program at Pomin Park, making this outdoor learning experience possible. We also extend our gratitude to Tahoe Environmental Research Center AmeriCorps, Lahontan National Fish Hatchery, and Cast Hope for sharing their expertise and helping students build meaningful connections to fisheries science, native species conservation, and watershed stewardship. 🐟💙🌲

Tahoe City Parks and Recreation - TCPUD Cast Hope

Happy Birthday Month, Conor! 🎉We’re celebrating Conor all month long and are so grateful for the energy, care, and stead...
06/17/2026

Happy Birthday Month, Conor! 🎉

We’re celebrating Conor all month long and are so grateful for the energy, care, and steady presence he brings to field days and outdoor learning with students. Wishing you a year filled with epic mountain bike rides, strong endurance runs, plenty of time on the trails, and countless adventures ahead. Thanks for all you do for our students and our team! 🚵‍♂️🏃‍♂️🌲🎂

🌿💧 Water Conservation in Action with SELS Green TeamsAs the weather warms up, our students are thinking about one of our...
06/11/2026

🌿💧 Water Conservation in Action with SELS Green Teams

As the weather warms up, our students are thinking about one of our most important local resources—water.

At Sierra Expeditionary Learning School (SELS), Green Teams created “cootie catcher” fortune tellers filled with simple, practical water-saving tips. From turning off taps while brushing teeth to smarter outdoor watering habits, these interactive tools help make conservation fun, memorable, and student-led.

This project is part of our ongoing water and energy education efforts in partnership with the Truckee Donner Public Utility District (TDPUD), supporting hands-on learning that empowers students to take small actions with big impact in our watershed.

We’re grateful for the creativity and leadership of our student Green Teams as they help build a more sustainable Tahoe-Truckee community. 💙

Truckee Donner Public Utility District

Today is the day 🌿✨We’re excited to welcome North Tahoe Middle School 6th graders into this incredible outdoor space for...
06/03/2026

Today is the day 🌿✨

We’re excited to welcome North Tahoe Middle School 6th graders into this incredible outdoor space for TAHOE Lab & Outdoor School. Stay tuned for days of hands-on learning, exploration, and connection in nature. 💚

From site walks and planning meetings to activity prep and scheduling, there’s a lot happening behind the scenes to brin...
06/01/2026

From site walks and planning meetings to activity prep and scheduling, there’s a lot happening behind the scenes to bring TAHOE Lab & Outdoor School to life. We’re excited to welcome students for three unforgettable days of outdoor learning and exploration in the Tahoe basin. 💚

Soon, the forest will be filled with curious 6th graders! 🌲🔬

Defensible Space Stewardship Day at Tahoe Lake Elementary was a huge success! 🌲🔥After launching this program on the Truc...
05/29/2026

Defensible Space Stewardship Day at Tahoe Lake Elementary was a huge success! 🌲🔥

After launching this program on the Truckee side in 2023, this school year marked our first expansion to the lakeside — and what an incredible day it was. Students rolled up their sleeves alongside Tahoe Resource Conservation District: Fire Adapted Communities and North Tahoe Fire Department to learn hands-on wildfire preparedness, forest stewardship, and the importance of creating defensible space around homes and schools.

From removing pine needles and ladder fuels to learning directly from local firefighters, students gained real-world skills while helping care for their community and environment. We are so proud of these young stewards for their hard work, teamwork, and enthusiasm throughout the day!

A huge thank you to Tahoe Resource Conservation District: Fire Adapted Communities and North Tahoe Fire Department for partnering with us to make this meaningful experience possible. We are excited to continue growing this program across the Tahoe-Truckee region. 💚

North Tahoe Fire Protection District Tahoe Resource Conservation District

Connecting students to trees and much more… ✨6th graders in an old growth forest coming soon 🌲TAHOE Lab & Outdoor School...
05/27/2026

Connecting students to trees and much more… ✨
6th graders in an old growth forest coming soon 🌲
TAHOE Lab & Outdoor School | June 3–5

This spring, SWEP launched a pilot after-school program at Glenshire Elementary: Nature Explores 🌿🔍Led by SWEP Field Ins...
05/25/2026

This spring, SWEP launched a pilot after-school program at Glenshire Elementary: Nature Explores 🌿🔍

Led by SWEP Field Instructor Conor, the club has given students the opportunity to slow down, explore, and connect with nature right in their own backyard. From plants and flowers to animal tracks and insects, each week students followed their curiosity and shared exciting discoveries with one another.

While each meeting began with a theme, the real magic came from unexpected moments of exploration and discovery. It’s been incredible to watch students’ individual interests emerge and their excitement about the natural world grow week after week. 🌲🪲🌼

Programs like Nature Explores help students build observation skills, confidence, curiosity, and a deeper connection to the outdoors — sometimes right in their own backyard.

Glenshire Elementary School PTO

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Tahoe City, CA
96145

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