Benefits Restoring sugar pines has many positive impacts on Tahoe’s forests, waterways, and residents. Species DiversityBringing back native species rebalances forest species diversityStabilize SnowTrees stabilize snow and soils, reducing sedimentation into Lake TahoeWildlife ShelterSugar pines provide food, shelter and habitat for local wildlifeDisease and Fire resilienceSpecies diversity improves forest resilience against disease and fireReplanting Burn ScarsReplanting burn scars improves local views and watershedsBark Fire ResistanceSugar pines have a thick, fire resistant bark, helping improve fire safetyRecreational And Scenic ValueSugar pines boost recreational and scenic beauty and valueTourismKeeping Tahoe beautiful sustains our local tourism-based economyEducation and Community involvementEducating and involving the local community in their environmentYouthInspiring our youth to become good environmental stewards Our Restoration Sites Our Achievements Get Involved