Celebrate Earth Day, Tahoe Style!

Earth Day is officially April 22, but in the Tahoe-Truckee region, Earth Day is celebrated every day! We are so fortunate to have a community that is passionate about fostering sustainable lifestyles and promoting conservation attempts to protect our fragile ecosystem so future generations can enjoy the sparkling lakes, fresh alpine air and vast network of forested trails. 

This month, local volunteers, nonprofits, small businesses and visitors will be coming together to celebrate our beloved lake and community by hosting various educational events and cleanups throughout the region. With summer rapidly approaching, sustainability is at the forefront of many community topics, and through networking, innovation, advocacy and education, locals and visitors are coming together to ensure everyone does their part to preserve our ecosystem in balance with promoting outdoor recreation and tourism.

Below, I have highlighted upcoming events celebrating Earth Day and using their platforms to make environmentally friendly habits fun and a part of the Tahoe-Truckee lifestyle. Together, we can make an incredible difference!

Kick off Earth Day events with the South Lake Brewing Earth Day Festival! Photo Credit: Keep Tahoe Blue

South Lake Brewing Earth Day Festival

Saturday, April 12

Celebrate Earth Day with South Lake Brewing Co., The League to Save Lake Tahoe, Clean Up the Lake and other valuable community organizations and vendors at this free family-friendly event! 

Featuring live music by the Annie Davidson Band, interactive and educational booths, local vendors and artists, food trucks and kid-friendly activities, this event promises to promote and cultivate sustainable habits, community engagement and "positive vibes."

To encourage sustainable transportation initiatives, there will be a free bike valet on-site, hosted by the Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition.

Date and Time: Saturday, April 12 from 12 to 5 p.m.

Location: 1920 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe

More information here

A community drum circle celebrates Earth Day. Photo Credit: South Tahoe Earth Day

South Tahoe Earth Day Festival

Saturday, April 19

As one of the region’s largest environmental education and community events, the South Tahoe Earth Day Festival aims to celebrate the world-famous beauty of Lake Tahoe and the surrounding Sierra region. Run by dedicated and passionate local volunteers of the Tahoe Earth Day Foundation, this free event will include live music, local food and business vendors, opportunities to learn about sustainability and preservation, aerialist performances, a drum circle, an eco-kids zone, a poster contest, raffles and a free bike valet to encourage zero-waste transportation.

Date and Time: Saturday, April 19 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Location: Lake Tahoe Community College, 1 College Drive, South Lake Tahoe 

More information here

Cleaning up South Lake Tahoe is a community favorite event! Photo Credit: Keep Tahoe Blue

The League to Save Lake Tahoe’s 10th Annual Earth Day Cleanup

Tuesday, April 22

To celebrate Earth Day on its officially recognized day, The League to Save Lake Tahoe, otherwise known as Keep Tahoe Blue, will be hosting its locally loved 10th Annual Earth Day Cleanup in South Lake Tahoe on April 22.

Volunteers from all over the region will come together to clean up trash to help preserve the fragile landscape and encourage the community to do its part year-round.

Volunteers will have access to free parking during their time at the cleanup at the Marriott Grand Residence. Cleanup materials and gear will be provided, and you are encouraged to bring layers, SPF, a reusable water bottle and durable shoes.

There will be a special lunch for the volunteers after the cleanup, provided by Azul Latin Kitchen and Basecamp Pizza.

Date and Time: Tuesday, April 22 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Location: Meet at Azul Latin Kitchen, 1001 Heavenly Village Way, Suite 4, South Lake Tahoe

More information here

Tahoe Truckee Earth Day at Palisades Tahoe

Saturday, April 26

The Tahoe Truckee Earth Day event, a beloved free and family-friendly community tradition, will be held on April 26 in The Village at Palisades Tahoe. As one of the largest Earth Day events in the region, this educational and community-focused event is a testament to the passion, dedication and hard work from the volunteers from the Tahoe Earth Day Foundation, local nonprofits and organizations, small businesses and community members who come together to engage the public, inspire sustainable values and showcase local eco-friendly vendors.

This event is a chance for the public to learn about the latest innovations in environmentally friendly lifestyle habits, such as recycling, composting, innovative products and alternative energy sources. It will support the Sierra Watershed Education Partnerships (SWEP), and ticket sales and raffles will go directly to SWEP initiatives to connect students to community environmental initiatives and advocacy.

The event schedule also includes a Trashion Show, live music and screenings from the Wild and Scenic Film Festival hosted by Mountain Area Preservation.

Palisades is offering a very special 15% off lodging at their Village for event-goers; use the code EARTHDAY25 at checkout. Staying in the Village is a fun experience for visitors of all ages and ensures that everyone is centrally located in a walkable distance to the festivities, amenities and points of interest! 

Date and Time: Saturday, April 26 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Location: The Village at Palisades Tahoe, 1750 Village East Road, Olympic Valley 

More information here and here

Let's do our part to keep Tahoe clear, clean, and blue! Photo Credit: Kirsten Alexis.