South Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe is aggressively pursuing sustainability to protect its 99.994% pure, ultra-clear water and alpine ecosystem from threats like traffic, pollution, and climate change. Key efforts include a ban on single-use plastic water bottles, strict 2020 Climate Action Plan goals, and a 2031 target to restore lake clarity.
Swap with The Swap Society in South Lake Tahoe
Local initiatives, including partnerships with Botanical Arts Company, promote circular fashion. Over 400 pounds of clothing has been saved from the landfill in South Lake Tahoe through The Swap Society in 2025 alone!
Local Impact: Clothes not swapped are donated to local charities and non-profits including Vista Rise Collective and Christmas Cheer.
South Lake Tahoe swapping community contributes to a growing movement in California to manage textile waste through localized circular economies..
How to Swap In South Lake Tahoe
The Swap Society hosts a monthly swap for the community and members once a month on the 1st Saturday at Asqqu Creations 5pm-7pm.
Members of The Swap Society can swap every Saturday between 12pm-5pm and by reservation by emailing community@theswapsociety.com or connect with the Tahoe community on WhatsApp!
Connect in South Lake Tahoe
Ashleigh Goodwin - Ambassador
Ashleigh loves swapping, connecting with her community, and having fun at events. Raised on secondhand everything, she’s passionate about making sustainable fashion accessible, especially when you’re on a budget! She recently volunteered at a swap hosted by The Flight Deck Swap and enjoys getting involved through events, socials, and volunteering
Bethany Von Hagen - Ambassador
Bethany loves getting out of the house, connecting with people, finding great clothes, and having fun! A longtime thrift and rummage sale lover, most of her wardrobe and treasures are secondhand. She also loves chatting with everyone she meets, so she’s the perfect person to help bring the Tahoe community together through swapping!
Julie Garrett-Wright - Ambassador
Julie is the founder of Asqqu Creations, a jewelry and functional art company that uses recycled materials for her designs. She loves the concept and vibe of clothing swaps. Through the Swap Society she was able to completely refresh her wardrobe and also has attended several swaps as a vendor.
Tahoe Swap Society
2048 Dunlap Drive South Lake Tahoe CA 96150
Tahoe Swap Society is located within Asqqu Creations in South Lake Tahoe. Asqqu Creations is one of a kind recycled handmade jewelry. Swap with the Swap Society in Tahoe, all genders ages and sizes.
Swapping available Saturdays 12-5pm
By reservation email community@theswapsociety.com
Every first Saturday community swap event 5pm - 7pm
Miriam Dorsett - Ambassador
Miriam Dorsett is a full-time artist, entrepreneur, and community activator with more than 20 years of experience ranging in the fields of youth development, small business management, and digital engagement.
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