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Lake Tahoe EIP

Eyes on the Lake

Project Number
04.01.02.0026
Action Priority
Implement Programmatic Monitoring and Reporting
Implementers
League to Save Lake Tahoe
Primary Contact
Laura Patten (Laura@keeptahoeblue.org)
Stage
Implementation
Duration
2016 - 2026
Science Program Implement Programmatic Monitoring and Reporting
Eyes on the Lake is a citizen science program to help prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species in Tahoe’s waters. League staff train community members how to identify and report on aquatic plants found while out enjoying the Lake. This information is used for early detection of new infestations followed by a rapid response to get treatment on the ground and stop these invaders in their tracks. Eyes on the Lake volunteers literally protect while they play at Lake Tahoe.

Key Accomplishments

  • Acres of Invasive Species Inventoried: 188.2 acres
  • Acres Treated for Invasive Species: 0.2 acres
  • Educational and Interpretive Programs Produced: 25
  • New Invasive Species Locations Detected: 6
  • People Served: 390

Threshold Categories

  • Recreation
  • Water Quality
  • Wildlife
Eyes on the Lake program logo (Timing: During) (~60 KB) Credit: League to Save Lake Tahoe Eyes on the Lake program logo

Location

Expenditures

Expenditures by Funding Source to Date: $800,000
(Estimated Cost: $550,000)
League to Save Lake Tahoe (League): $800,000

Photos

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Tahoe RCD Staff presenting on the Tahoe Keepers Program at the 8/19/2023 Eyes on the Lake Training. (Timing: During) (~175 KB) Credit: League to Save Lake Tahoe
Tahoe RCD Staff presenting on the Tahoe Keepers Program at the 8/19/2023 Eyes on the Lake Training.
Project Fact Sheet Data as of 11/15/2024