About the Project

The TAHOE (Transformative Adventures in Hands-on Outdoor Education) Lab and Outdoor School is a new vision for an underutilized school facility in the Tahoe Truckee Unified School District. This facility is being converted into a vibrant hub for outdoor learning, serving as both a residential outdoor school and a central resource for outdoor education programming within our district. Students will embark on multi-day adventures at TAHOE. Modeled after successful California Residential Overnight Science School (ROSS) programs, these experiences provide significantly more time for hands-on learning than is typically possible in the classroom. Students delve into ecological investigations, earth science concepts, and stargazing sessions, and forge deep connections with the environment, fostering a lifelong love of learning and discovery. Beyond academic learning, the program fosters crucial social-emotional skills such as teamwork, independence, and resilience.