by News & Updates | Aug 26, 2021
Stateline, Nevada – Watercraft inspection stations at Lake Tahoe that help to prevent the introduction of aquatic invasive species (AIS) are closed until further notice due to hazardous air quality and wildfire precautions, according to Lake Tahoe Watercraft...
by Jeff Cowen | Jun 12, 2021
Lake Tahoe, CA/NV — Newly purchased boats are increasing the risk of Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) to Lake Tahoe. When purchasing a used watercraft, boaters need to understand the launch history of the vessel and how purchasing watercraft from other states can...
by Jeff Cowen | Apr 29, 2021
Lake Tahoe, CA/NV – As inspection stations open Saturday for the first time this year, agencies managing Tahoe’s aquatic invasive species boat inspection program expect a strong start to the season and possibly long waits, according to the Tahoe Regional Planning...
by Jeff Cowen | Mar 31, 2021
Lake Tahoe, CA/NV — An optional online appointment system for Tahoe boat inspections opens 8 a.m. April 1 on this site as a complement to drop-in inspection service, according to the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency and the Tahoe Resource Conservation District who lead...
by Jeff Cowen | Jan 22, 2021
Lake Tahoe, CA/NV — The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board has approved updates to Lake Tahoe watercraft inspection fees and added enhancements to make inspections more convenient following an unprecedented year for the program, the agency said...
by Jeff Cowen | Sep 23, 2020
Lake Tahoe, CA/NV — Beginning October 1st, watercraft inspections for the detection and prevention of aquatic invasive species (AIS) will change locations and shift to a first-come, first-served basis, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) and the Tahoe...
by Jeff Cowen | Aug 5, 2020
Lake Tahoe, CA/NV — 2020 News Archive: Watercraft inspection agencies remind boaters planning to launch at Lake Tahoe this summer that inspections are by appointment only in order to maintain a safer process for boaters and staff and capacity is limited. The...
by Jeff Cowen | Jul 4, 2020
Roadside Station Updates and Details July 4th all inspection stations report minimal wait times and few boaters in the queue. Masks are required when out of your vehicle. Show up Clean, Drained, and Dry to speed up your inspection. July 5th will be the final day of...
by Jeff Cowen | Jun 26, 2020
Lake Tahoe, CA/NV — As demand soars for watercraft inspections at Lake Tahoe, agencies preventing the introduction of aquatic invasive species (AIS) into the lake’s pristine waters caution boaters to expect delays and to be prepared to change boating plans through the...
by Jeff Cowen | Jun 19, 2020
Appointments and Face Coverings Required – Boaters To Arrive Clean, Drained, & Dry Lake Tahoe, CA/NV — On Friday, June 26, 2020 Lake Tahoe is entering the next phase of watercraft inspections for the prevention of aquatic invasive species (AIS) and opening...
