In The News – TERC’s new research vessel is getting fitted for a future on Tahoe
August 18, 2026 | Member Submitted
Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 8/10/2026, Written by Katelyn Welsh
The Tahoe Environmental Research Center’s new vessel is currently getting retrofitted for a future of research on Lake Tahoe.
“We are excited to launch our new research vessel soon,” said TERC director Stephanie Hampton. “This boat opens up new research opportunities, capabilities for operating on multi-day trips, operating nearshore, reaching locations across the lake faster and safer, and [is] better equipped to enable cutting-edge research and education.”
TERC announced last week that after meeting its fundraising goal, the new research boat is fully funded thanks to its Give Day campaign, generous supporters, and other fundraising efforts throughout the year.