Land Management
Since 1985, the Conservancy has acquired environmentally sensitive lands and parcels for public access, stream environment zone and wildlife protection purposes. The Conservancy manages and protects about 4,700 properties, totaling over 6,600 acres, throughout the California side of the Basin, mostly comprised of small parcels.
Managing the Conservancy’s numerous properties is a complex task. Most parcels are no bigger than a third of an acre and are scattered throughout developed areas, creating the potential for conflicts between open space and residential uses.
Implement restoration and maintenance projects
Inspect Conservancy properties at least once every two years
Manage forest health and reduce wildfire risk
Did you ever wonder how the Conservancy manages its nearly 4,700 properties at Lake Tahoe?