Tahoe Rim Trail Association

Education and outreach programs: distribute information about events, programs, and opportunities facilitated by the association and the tahoe rim trail. In 2024, trta had 700,000 annual users and engaged individuals at 67 hosted trail ambassador days to teach sustainable trail use.

Youth programs: conducts overnight youth backpacking trips so the participants can experience the physical and mental health benefits of time spent outdoors and learn the principles of leave no trace. In 2024, there were 12 trips serving a total of 115 youth of which 60% were able to participate at no cost.

Trail use programs: promotes environmental stewardship, inspires a love for the lake tahoe region, and encourages healthy and sustainable living. Trail use programs coordinates opportunities for the public to experience the trail in many ways including hikes, snowshoe treks, youth programs, several backcountry skills courses such as snow camping 101 and backpacking 101, wilderness medical courses, and other trainings.