Lake Tahoe boats are all going to be subject to inspection for an invasive species of mussels this summer.  The inspections will take place at marinas and boat ramps around the lake with fees running between $10 – $60 based on the size of the boat (boats with ballast tanks and bait wells will be subject to as additional surcharge).  Here is an article from the Reno Gazette Journal with more info and there is actually a live online chat on the subject this week with representatives from the TRPA…..that could get exciting. 

So, now after towing your boat up here, gassing up, paying to launch, you have one more fee tacked on.   A variety of boats are available for rent at Tahoe City Marina.