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“Lake Tahoe is a world treasure, and it is our duty to ensure that its natural splendor is protected for future generations of Californians and Nevadans,” said Brown. “The best way to do that is by working cooperatively with the state of Nevada to promote policies that ensure both the environment and the economy of Lake Tahoe are protected in perpetuity.”
“Gov. Brown and I agreed that while much has changed at Lake Tahoe since the bi-state compact was created in 1969, our two states’ dedication to the resource remain unwavering,” Sandoval said. “I look forward to working with Gov. Brown on updating the regional plan.”
TRPA was created as a regional agency because the Lake Tahoe watershed crosses a number of state and local political boundaries.
The governing board contains seven members from California, seven from Nevada and one non-voting presidential appointee.
The 20-year regional plan that the board is charged with supporting has not been updated since 1987 and is now four years overdue.
The governors are making Lake Tahoe a top priority and seeking a new area of cooperation on issues affecting the lake.
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The scrimmage will take place at Austin Park, 14077 Lakeshore Drive, Clearlake.
The game will be held to help existing teams get in some practice and to develop new players and teams also.
Anyone who wants to play should look-up 'GDFFL Members' on Facebook and post “Iwannaplay.”
This is an adult league; only those who are age 18 or older may participate unless they have parental consent.
The group is in the process of developing a youth division, so if you are interested in participating or want more information, contact League Director Bob Hopkins at 707-994-4720 or visit the league's Web site, www.HTOsports.com/?GDFFL1.
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Class will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 16, and Thursday, Aug. 18, at the Lake County Bible Fellowship Hall, located at 775 N. Forbes St. in Lakeport, in the downstairs classroom.
The class consists of two evenings, with classes running from 6:30 p.m. until 10 p.m.
In order to obtain the certificate of completion, both classes must be completed.
The cost of the class is $25.
The class will cover boating skills, vessel safety, and numerous other informational subjects so that boaters can be properly equipped and prepared to react to boating emergencies.
The class instructor is Auxlliarist Betty Strach.
Please call the Flotilla's information line at 707-513-5122 to make your reservation or for additional information.
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WASHINGTON, DC – Recreational activities on national forests and grasslands continue to make large economic impacts on America's rural communities, contributing $14.5 billion annually to the U.S. economy.
According to the National Visitor Use Monitoring report released Tuesday by Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell, national forests attracted 170.8 million recreational visitors and sustained approximately 223,000 jobs in rural communities this past year.
"This data shows once again just what a boon our forests are to local economies," said Tidwell. "Because of forest activities, thousands of jobs are supported in hundreds of rural communities. We are proud of helping to put a paycheck into the pockets of so many hardworking Americans."
National forests also provide economic relief for vacationers. Fewer than half of the U.S. Forest Service's 17,000 developed sites charge any fees for visitors. The report reveals that 94 percent of visitors were satisfied with their experience on the national forests.
"Our national forests are some of the most beautiful and adventure-filled places in the world," said Tidwell. "The national forests give Americans a chance to build life-long memories for the price of food and gas. You'd be hard pressed to find any vacation destinations that offer better value."
The findings of the report support the efforts of President Obama's America's Great Outdoors Initiative that seeks to connect people with conservation issues as well as the First Lady's Let's Move! Outside campaign that aims to get more kids and their families physically active by exploring the outdoors. Recreational activities such as hiking, camping, boating and skiing instill a healthier lifestyle and a deeper appreciation of nature.
Researchers interviewed 44,700 visitors to the forests in 2010, ranging from commuters to wilderness trekkers. Overall, some 72 percent of those interviewed were in the forest for recreation.
According to the report:
Recreation activities on National Forests and Grasslands sustain 223,000 jobs in the rural communities within 50 miles of the national forests and grasslands, where visitors purchase goods and services for their recreational activity.
Visitors spend $13 billion directly in those communities within 50 miles of the national forests and grasslands.
Visitor satisfaction is very high, with an overall satisfaction rate of 94 percent.
Approximately 83 percent of visitors are content with the value received for any fees paid.
Nearly 95 million visitors (over 55 percent) come to a forest to primarily engage in physical activity.
"We can't rest with the release of this report. We need to work hard to maintain our infrastructure across the country," Tidwell said. "And we need to continue to work with our partners to protect and restore our natural landscapes in a time of development, pest infestation and a changing climate."
Descriptions of visitation to national forests and grasslands from the report are available at http://apps.fs.usda.gov/nrm/nvum/results.