2024 lead removal efforts underway in the Los Padres National Forest
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Agencies Cancel Plans to Frack Wells, Build Pipelines in Los Padres National Forest
Signals end of toxic era of fracking in the Sespe Oil Field

Women’s History Month: Leaders of Central Coast Public Lands
Honoring extraordinary women who have played a leading role in protecting public lands and waters throughout California’s central coast region.

Forest Service Releases Draft Management Plan for Wild & Scenic Piru Creek
Stakeholders weigh in on southern California’s newest “Wild and Scenic” waterway

Celebrating Environmental Leaders on California’s Central Coast
Honoring and celebrating individuals within our community who champion various environmental causes.

New Oil Exploration in Cuyama Valley Approved Despite Opposition, Unanswered Questions
Planning Commissioners reject concerns from local residents, groups.

Groups File Opening Arguments in Pine Mountain Logging Appeal
ForestWatch and partners continue work to protect the area.

Appeals Court Upholds Ventura County Programs to Safeguard Wildlife Connectivity
Wildlife corridor protections upheld in court for a second time.

Native American Ancestral Lands in California: Interactive Map
In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, we created an interactive map that you can use to identify ancestral lands.

The Montecito Ring Nets Have Been Removed
The Montecito ring nets have finally been removed.
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