Los Padres ForestWatch protects wildlife, wilderness, water, and sustainable access throughout the Los Padres National Forest and the Carrizo Plain National Monument. We achieve this through education, advocacy, and when necessary, legal action for the benefit of our communities, climate, and future generations.
News Items
Ventura County Board of Supervisors Suspends Amendments Aimed at Holding Polluters Accountable
Ventura County Board of Supervisors (BOS) voted–to suspend further work on increasing oil and gas surety & bonding.
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ForestWatch Top CA Priority Bills
ForestWatch’s primary state priorities include legislation focused on habitat connectivity, holding oil and gas operators accountable, and ensuring equitable access to outdoor spaces.
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Thank You for Supporting Our Tecuya Forever Campaign!
Your support helps us permanently protect this special piece of land.
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Getting the Lead Out…of the Forest
2024 lead removal efforts underway in the Los Padres National Forest
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Discovery of Rare Salamander in Controversial Logging Project Area Calls for Reconsideration by Los Padres National Forest Officials
Yellow-blotched salamanders observed in Tecuya Ridge logging project area.
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ForestWatch Leads Federal and State Legislators Staff on Fire Ecology Hike in Los Padres
The hike aimed to provide an opportunity to learn more about the complexity of fire ecology in the Los Padres.
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