Our Recent Work in Action!

There is something truly special about Tahoe. Whether it’s the towering pines, crystal-clear waters, or quiet moments beneath the stars, our region has a way of inspiring wonder in people of all ages. Yet in a world increasingly filled with screens and technology, many students have fewer opportunities to fully experience the natural world around them. This spring, Sierra Watershed Education Partnerships (SWEP) had another incredible opportunity to help change that. SWEP was

Some lessons come in small packages — like a reusable bento box. This year marked the third year of SWEP’s Bento Box program, a simple idea that has become a celebrated tradition in our schools.

At SWEP, we often get asked, “Do you manage the schools’ trash?” The answer is... not quite. Our role isn’t hauling away garbage—it’s empowering students, staff, and administrators to rethink how they handle waste. By improving the way schools sort and manage waste, we’re helping reduce landfill contributions and carbon emissions, prevent pollution, and build a culture of sustainability. When we work with Truckee Tahoe Unified School District (TTUSD), we collaborate closely

Wildfires are a growing threat in the Tahoe Basin. Last year alone, Truckee experienced three wildfires within a 20-mile radius in just one month. With climate change driving hotter, drier conditions, proactive wildfire preparedness and forest health education are more critical than ever.