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Tahoe Center

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Corpsmembers
Maximum of 80

Phone
(530) 577-0850

Address
1949 Apache Avenue,
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

The CCC Tahoe Center is a residential facility where Corpsmembers live and work. All Corpsmembers live in the center’s dormitory buildings. Schedules vary but crews typically work four 10-hour days Monday through Thursday.

The center is located in South Lake Tahoe, just a short drive ___________. Corpsmembers complete projects throughout the region in _____________. Crews may also be dispatched across California, or out-of-state, on emergency assignments.

The Tahoe Center offers many training opportunities including culinary, forestry, wildland firefighting, and other natural resources work. The center regularly partners with CAL FIRE, California Tahoe Conservancy, State Parks, Caltrans, and U.S. Forest Service on projects.

Tribal Land Acknowledgement

The Tahoe Center is located on the Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla and Wašišiw Ɂítdeʔ (Washoe) territories. We encourage you to learn more about the original stewards of these lands. With respect, we acknowledge their lasting impact and ongoing connection to this area.

Corpsmembers add sandbags in a ring around a boil to prevent a levee from eroding.

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Delta Center

7000 South Newcastle Road
Stockton, CA 95215
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Train With Us

Get paid to train! The skills and lessons you learn at the Tahoe Center will create a strong foundation for you to launch a meaningful career and transform your life.

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Culinary

Delta Center Corpsmembers train for careers in commercial kitchens, resorts, and restaurants. The culinary crew prepares and provides meals to residents at the center. Certifications available include ServSafe Food Handler and Food Manager.

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Emergency Response

All Corpsmembers respond to emergencies across California (and beyond). Assignments can last up to 21 days in a row and Corpsmembers may work up to 16 hours in a day, earning excess pay. Crews support wildfire base camps, protect homes from flooding, remove debris, and more.

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Forestry

CCC Tahoe Corpsmembers improve the health of California’s forests by planting seedlings, collecting cones and seeds, and removing invasive and/or fire-prone vegetation.

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Habitat Restoration

Delta Corpsmembers assess habitats, remove invasive vegetation, plant native species, stabilize slopes, or implement additional modifications to enhance natural environments. Corpsmembers may complete this work in forests, rivers, streams, or other sensitive habitats.

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Parks & Natural Resources

Delta Corpsmembers complete projects that provide significant benefits to the public. Project work varies but may include building or maintaining park facilities, installing signage, and reducing fire and flood risk in communities.

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Trails

The Delta Center dedicates one crew to Statewide Trails Projects, a program partnership with California State Parks. Corpsmembers construct and maintain trails for public recreation. Project work varies but may involve clearing brush, rebuilding trail tread, installing rip rap erosion control, constructing bridges or boardwalks, and more.

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Wildland Firefighting

The Delta Center partners with CAL FIRE to operate two year-round firefighting hand crews – known as Stockton 1 and 2. Corpsmembers cut fire line, lay hose, and mop up wildland fires. They also reduce wildfire risk by removing vegetation, creating fuel breaks, and participating in prescribed burns. Crews respond to local calls and can be dispatched statewide.

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Picture Yourself Here

Place yourself in these Corpsmember’s boots and envision life at the Tahoe Center.

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Know Before You Go

Weather

Temperatures at the Tahoe Center average highs of 71 °F in the summer and 39 °F in the winter.

Lodging

Food & housing costs $500 per month. Corpsmembers live in shared dorm rooms, up to X people per room.

Activities

Join Tahoe’s Corpsmember Advisory Board to organize volunteer events, plan recreation trips, and more!

Find Your Path

Work with CCC Career Navigators to chart out your path to success! We can help you leverage your training to launch meaningful careers. Don’t believe us?! Just listen to Tahoe alumni.

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“The CCC prepared me for this job by preparing me for working outdoors. It built my foundation for working in State Parks and gave me knowledge, working with certain tools that I had never used before.”

Chynna Silva

Delta Alumni | Aquatic Pest Control Technician, State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways

Education Program

Corpsmembers can enter the working world with the education and training they need to be successful.

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Scholarships

Corpsmembers can earn up to $4,000 in scholarships during their first year of service.

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Ask Us Anything

We know you have questions about center life. Here are some of the common one’s we get. Have more questions? Give us a call!  

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1-800-952-5627

What should I pack when I go to the Delta Center?

In general, you should bring two weeks worth of clothing to center, along with toiletries and personal medications. Corpsmembers may also bring items such as books, musical instruments, etc… To help you get started please refer to our standard packing list for life at a residential center.
Can I bring my car to the Delta Center?
While at a the Delta Center, personal vehicles are not required. However, individuals may bring their cars down to center….

Can friends/family/partners visit me at the Delta Center?

Guest policy

If I'm over 21, can I drink while living at the Delta Center?

The California Conservation Corps is a sober living program. No alcohol or drugs are allowed on the premises. If you are 21+ you may drink while off site.

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