Clean, Drain, and Dry
Plan ahead for mandatory inspections and decontaminations to protect Lake Tahoe.
Clean, Drain, and Dry
Plan ahead for mandatory inspections and decontaminations to protect Lake Tahoe.
Clean, Drain, and Dry
Plan ahead for mandatory inspections and decontaminations to protect Lake Tahoe.
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Protect Tahoe from Golden Mussels
Invasive golden mussels, a species never before seen in North America, were discovered nearby in California—threatening Lake Tahoe. Mandatory decontaminations prevent introduction on motorized watercraft, but we must all take steps to protect Tahoe, Echo, and Fallen Leaf Lakes. Clean, Drain, Dry all gear that touches the water. To learn how to self inspect your non-motorized gear, click here.
The need for inspections at Lake Tahoe
Watercraft are a leading vector for spreading aquatic invasive species (AIS) into new waterways. Mandatory inspections and decontaminations stop aquatic invaders before they enter the water. Thank you for helping protect Lake Tahoe from the devastating environmental and economic impacts of aquatic invasive species.
Kayaker, Angler, Paddleboarder, or Beachgoer?
All watercraft and gear must be Clean, Drained, and Dry before and after launching to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. Paddlers, kayakers, anglers, and other beachgoers are encouraged to watch the 5-minute training video to become certified Tahoe Keepers.
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Illegal Boat Launch Stopped at Lake Tahoe
LAKE TAHOE, Nev./Calif. – The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board approved a violation settlement and $5,000 penalty last week against two boaters for attempting to illegally launch a vessel on Lake Tahoe’s West Shore, the agency announced today. The...
Fast action and collaboration protects Tahoe from golden mussels
This article was originally published in Tahoe In Depth, Issue 31, Winter 2025. In an unprecedented year of action and outreach, boaters, paddlers, and agency experts protected Lake Tahoe from invasive golden mussels. The collaboration and strengthened protections...