by Lisa Wallace, Executive Director
Sometimes Jeannette Halderman and I get discouraged because of a tough challenge or obstacle in the way of a restoration project. But a shift in mindset from a Zen proverb can change the perspective: “The… Read more
by Lisa Wallace, Executive Director
One of the biggest benefits we’ve found in the way people work with the Watershed Council is their ability to share the rivers, lakes, and streams about which they are passionate. Today more than ever,… Read more
by Lisa Wallace, Executive Director
Why do we spend so much time collecting dots of data on water quality? Why collect all these dots: observations about stream side conditions, dissolved oxygen and ph tests, turbidity and sediment samples?
Because we… Read more
by Lisa Wallace, Executive Director
I’ve long remembered the article “The Tragedy of the Commons” by the ecologist Garrett Hardin (Science, 1968). The article focuses on overpopulation but the broader point is about how individuals acting from their self-interest can… Read more
by Jeannette Halderman, Program Manager
The Truckee River Watershed Council (TRWC) is looking to hire a consulting firm to conduct invasive plant removal within select areas of the Truckee River watershed.
Non-native invasive plant removal, focusing on musk thistle, yellow… Read more
by Phoenix Anthony, Office Manager
Are you a Truckee-area landscaper? …a landscape designer? …in the nursery business? …part of a maintenance crew working in the watershed?…or just curious about the TRWC?…
If so, this Lunch & Learn is for… Read more
by Phoenix Anthony, Office Manager
Have you ever wondered how you can help create a better environment for future generations? Those of us who live here and enjoy the outdoors are fortunate that the Truckee River Watershed Council has a… Read more
by Lisa Wallace, Executive Director
Did you pass the Pop Quiz last week?
Most of us did not!
Who can help? Michele Prestowitz! She can explain to you the dynamics of erosion, watershed health, habitat recovery, water quality and even… Read more
By Erin Casey, Director of Land Use Compatibility
*** Update 5 p.m. 3/10: The deadline to apply for these positions has passed. We appreciate your interest in working with the Watershed Council! ***
Love the River? Come work with us!… Read more
by Kathy Whitlow, Green Bucks Program Manager
The Truckee River Watershed Council (TRWC) is seeking technical support for our computers, internet service, email and website. While we have enjoyed very successful relationships with all vendors providing our current technical and… Read more
