Archived Events

Join us for an engaging evening at the new and improved Beer Forest at Alibi Ale Works Public House in Incline Village, exploring the science, history, and cultural impact of one of humanity’s oldest and most influential beverages: beer.

Exploring Science in Action: Citizen Science Tahoe, Pollinator and Whitebark Pine Research

Join us for a special open house at the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center’s Tahoe City Field Station. This is a unique opportunity to explore where cutting-edge science happens and learn more about the research shaping the future of Lake Tahoe.

Celebrate the start of the summer season at Opening Day at the Lake, a community event hosted by the Tahoe City Downtown Association.

Join the Tahoe community in celebrating the reopening of Tahoe City’s iconic Fanny Bridge, a beloved landmark spanning the Truckee River and connecting residents and visitors to the heart of Lake Tahoe.

Pollinators—bees, butterflies, moths, flies, beetles, birds, and even ants—play a vital role in maintaining the biodiversity and ecological resilience of the Sierra Nevada. Yet many of these species remain overlooked or poorly documented.

Plastic pollution is an increasing threat to freshwater ecosystems, including high-elevation environments such as the Lake Tahoe Basin.

Join TERC and Keep Tahoe Blue for an Earth Day clean-up along California State Route 89. Help remove litter, protect the watershed, and support efforts to keep Lake Tahoe clean and blue.

Join the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC) for High Elevation Gardening, a community outreach and seedling dispersal series designed to provide Tahoe residents with the resources and science-based strategies to grow successfully and sustainably in our mountain e

Biologists and non-biologists are fascinated by widespread similarities and prodigious diversity in animal behavior.

NOTE: DUE TO SNOW CONDITIONS, THE NEW START TIME IS NOW 12:00 PM!  

Every organism leaves traces of its genetic identity behind—tiny fragments of DNA shed into water, soil, and air. Scientists can now collect and analyze these genetic clues, known as environmental DNA (or eDNA), to detect species without ever seeing or capturing them. In this talk, Dr.

Experience the magic of cinema at the Tahoe Film Festival, where captivating stories and stunning visuals come to life. From thought-provoking documentaries to unforgettable narratives, each film offers a window into new perspectives.

Zooplankton are tiny animals that drift through our lakes, but don’t let their size fool you—they play a crucial role in freshwater ecosystems.

Bumblebees have long been studied for their learning and decision-making abilities, but recent work has shown a range of ‘complex' cognitive abilities and behaviors. UC Davis TERC welcomes Dr.