Talkin' Tahoe: "Timber, Tracks, and Tributaries"
Join Travel North Tahoe Nevada (TNTNV) and Bill Watson, Executive Director of the Thunderbird Lodge Preservation Society, for an engaging discussion on the history and significance of the Marlette Water System and the iconic flumes above Incline Village. This FREE event will feature a captivating presentation illustrating the system's rich heritage, engineering marvels and essential importance to the surrounding communities.
Bill Watson’s presentation will educate our North Tahoe community about the historical and modern significance of the Marlette Water System and its flumes. Known as a remarkable feat of engineering, the water system has played a crucial role in the region's development and continues to operate today. From the logging companies that supplied timber for the Comstock Lode's booming mining operations to the Marlette Water System that provided essential drinking water, Watson will delve into the stories of the flumes, railroads, and the people behind these monumental engineering feats. Attendees will better understand the system’s origins, its impact on the area, and the ongoing efforts to preserve and maintain this important piece of local history.
Watson will host a Q & A session following the presentation.
