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

ForestWatch Volunteers Remove 60 Pounds of Lead From Sespe Tributary

By on January 29, 2020 in Target Shooting, Trash Cleanups, Ventura County, Volunteer Projects

Group also removes 120 pounds of other target shooting trash.

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ForestWatch, State of California, Patagonia, Others Challenge Drilling & Fracking Plan

By on January 14, 2020 in Fracking, Oil Development

Lawsuits seek to halt new oil development across one million acres of public lands.

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Forest Service Extends Target Shooting Ban in Los Padres National Forest

By on January 13, 2020 in Call to Action, Stewardship, Target Shooting, Trash Cleanups, Volunteer Projects

Decision allows volunteers to continue cleaning up over 100 unmanaged sites.

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Volunteers Clean Up Microtrash on West Fork Cold Spring Trail

By on January 13, 2020 in Santa Barbara County, Trash Cleanups, Volunteer Projects

Over 60 pounds of lead, broken glass, and other trash removed from the site.

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ForestWatch Gets Teens Outside For Rainy Day Fun

By on January 8, 2020 in Latino Outreach, Outdoor Connection, Recreation, Santa Barbara County, Stewardship, Trails & Public Access, Youth Engagement

Hiking in the rain can have many benefits and provide a new appreciation for getting outdoors.

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Finding Renewal in Nature

By on January 8, 2020 in Call to Action

If you feel stuck, stressed, or burnt out, nature is the solution.

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