BenefitsRestoring sugar pines has many positive impacts on Tahoe’s forests, waterways, and residents.Bringing back native species rebalances forest species diversityTrees stabilize snow and soils, reducing sedimentation into Lake TahoeSugar pines provide food, shelter and habitat for local wildlifeSpecies diversity improves forest resilience against disease and fireReplanting burn scars improves local views and watershedsSugar pines have a thick, fire resistant bark, helping improve fire safetySugar pines boost recreational and scenic beauty and valueKeeping Tahoe beautiful sustains our local tourism-based economyEducating and involving the local community in their environmentInspiring our youth to become good environmental stewardsOur Restoration Sites Our AchievementsGet Involved