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

Volunteers Brave the Rain to Clean Up Lizard’s Mouth

Rain doesn’t stop volunteers from removing 200 pounds of trash.

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Industry Lawsuits Take Aim at Popular Wildlife Corridor Ordinance

Measures to protect wildlife received broad public and scientific support.

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Forest Service Approves Expedited Commercial Logging Project in Condor Habitat

Project may impact nearly 50 California condor roost sites.

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Judge Approves Legal Agreement to Extend Ban on Unmanaged Target Shooting in Los Padres National Forest

Forest Service places hold on target shooting in response to lawsuit.

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County Votes to Study Lax Oversight of Oil Drilling Permits Near Forest

Many permits were approved a half-century ago, placing the environment and communities at risk.

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