Yellow-blotched salamanders observed in Tecuya Ridge logging project area.
About Bryant Baker
Bryant is the Director of Conservation & Research for Los Padres ForestWatch, where he manages scientific, technical, and volunteer projects. He is also a naturalist and photographer, spending most of his free time hiking the rugged public lands of the Central Coast region with his dog.Discovery of Rare Salamander in Controversial Logging Project Area Calls for Reconsideration by Los Padres National Forest Officials
Forest Service Rebrands, Delays Controversial Logging & Clearing Project
Officials announce name change and delay for 250,000-acre project.
Appeal Aims to Protect California’s Pine Mountain, Reyes Peak from Controversial Logging Project
Case moves to Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.
The Name “Mt. Abel” Glorifies an Avowed Klansman
This unofficial name for Cerro Noroeste has an ugly history.
New Inventory of Mature and Old-Growth Forests—How Will They be Protected?
The Biden administration has started a rulemaking process for protecting mature and old-growth forests.
Don’t Doom the Bloom: Five Tips for Being a Good Wildflower Chaser
Important things to know before you go visit wildflower areas.
Margaret Hunt, the Courageous Horsewoman of Ojai
The story of a woman who risked life and limb to save firefighters during the 1932 Matilija Fire.
Case Study: Tecuya Ridge Project Causes Extensive Soil and Tree Damage
Learn more and see photos of ecological damage.
Forest Service Allows Private Company to Increase Camping and Day Use Fees in Los Padres National Forest
Camping fees raised by 50% without public input.
Volunteers Remove Invasive Plants, Microtrash Throughout Santa Barbara Frontcountry
A great time for spring cleaning in the Santa Ynez Mountains!
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