Incline village, nev. – UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC) invites science enthusiasts, lifetime learners and curious spirits to become experts from Lake Tahoe through its 2025 immersive summer sessions at Lake Tahoe. This unique educational experience and several days takes participants behind the scenes of the peak search and the natural wonders of the Lake Tahoe basin.
The four -day program, led by world -class researchers and educators, takes place from June 24 to June 30, 2025 to the installations of Tahoe City and incline Village de Terc.
2025 Summer session in Tahoe Agenda:
- Session 1 – Tuesday June 24, 2025
Welcome and presentation
Lake Tahoe 101
Everything you wanted to know about Lake Tahoe
Current research projects
Laboratory tours and meet scientists
The history of research and limnology stories with Dr. Charles Goldman - Session 2 – Thursday June 26, 2025
Lake ecology, with Dr. Stephanie Hampton
Geology of the Lake Tahoe basin
Lake Tahoe: Science and Media to be the oldest lake in North America, with Dr. Winnie Kortmeier - Session 3 (optional) – Friday June 27, 2025
Overview of the Terc Docent program
Tahoe Science Center exhibits Insights
Practical exposure rotations - Session 4 – Monday June 30, 2025
Lake Tahoe research ships excursions
Presentation by UC Davis Terc Boat Captain
Participants will gain an in -depth understanding of ecology, geology, environmental challenges of Lake Tahoe and the heritage of scientific discovery, while experimenting with the beauty of the region of the first hand. The sessions are a perfect mixture of learning in class, exploration in the field and unique access to experts in UC Davis research.
Whether you are a teacher, a student, a member of the community or a science lover, it is your opportunity to connect with the environment of Tahoe in a significant and memorable way.
Registration and details:
For more information on registration, session locations or program costs, visit Tahoe.ucdavis.edu/events or contact tercinfo@ucdavis.edu.