All paddleboards, kayaks, canoes, paddles and gear must be Clean, Drained and Dry before launching at Lake Tahoe. If you plan on kayaking or canoeing in Nevada, you are required to purchase a NV AIS Decal for $6 at https://www.ndow.org.
Questions call 888-824-6267 or email AIS@TahoeRCD.org
Aquatic invasive species like Asian clams and Eurasian watermilfoil are already changing Tahoe’s ecosystem and threaten Lake Tahoe’s famous water clarity. Luckily, these AIS are not yet established in Fallen Leaf Lake, Echo Lake, and Spooner Lake. Let’s keep it that way.
Invaders spread through the transport of water and debris that can collect in cockpits and hatches, and cling to outer hulls, rudders and paddles. Spreading AIS violates local, state, and federal laws.
If you find any contaminants on your watercraft or gear or recently visited infected waters, you must go to a Tahoe Boat inspection station for a free decontamination. Learn more at tahoeboatinspections.com
Prevent In-basin Transfer of AIS
If you only paddle within the Lake Tahoe basin, it is very important to inspect your watercraft and gear to ensure you are not inadvertently transporting invaders found in Lake Tahoe to unaffected zones or other Tahoe-Truckee water bodies.
The Tahoe Keepers 
