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
Lopez Dam: Setting the Record Straight
Answers to frequently asked questions related to the Lopez Dam lawsuit and what it means for our region’s water security and wildlife protections
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House Passes “Fix Our Forests Act”—The Fight Moves to the Senate
Legislators in Washington D.C. use the LA Wildfires to push legislation that unravels our nation’s bedrock environmental laws.
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119th Congress & The New Administration
Congress has an ambitious agenda to redefine its work portfolio with attacks on our country’s bedrock environmental laws.
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Honoring President Carter’s Central Coast Environmental Legacy
From the Santa Lucia and Ventana wilderness areas, President Carter leaves an indelible mark on local public lands
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2024 Top Accomplishments
With our generous supporters by our side, we have accomplished some remarkable victories together!
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Top Legislative Accomplishments 2024
A reflection on our top legislative accomplishments, elected educational hikes, and protecting public lands.
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Wild Things
Events
The Secret Lives of Snakes
Featuring Dr. Emily Taylor
Thursday, Feb. 20 at Noon
Webinar
Trail Talks: The Natural and Political History of the Dick Smith Wilderness
Thursday, Feb. 20 at 6:30pm
Faulkner Gallery, Santa Barbara Public Library
Free Screening of Elemental: Reimagine Wildfire
Thursday, Feb. 27 at 6pm
SBIFF Film Center
Santa Barbara