Honoring extraordinary women who have played a leading role in protecting public lands and waters throughout California’s central coast region.
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Women’s History Month: Leaders of Central Coast Public Lands
By ForestWatch on March 25, 2024 in Carrizo Plain, History, Public Lands, San Luis Obispo County, Santa Barbara County, Ventura County
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Celebrating Environmental Leaders on California’s Central Coast
Honoring and celebrating individuals within our community who champion various environmental causes.
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Hispanic Heritage Month — Conservation and Environmental Contributions
By ForestWatch on October 11, 2023 in Environmental Education, Environmental Justice, History, Public Lands, Social Justice, Stewardship
Contributions are diverse and impactful, reflecting the community’s dedication to protecting land, wildlife, and culture.
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The Name “Mt. Abel” Glorifies an Avowed Klansman
By Bryant Baker on July 19, 2023 in History, Kern County, Los Padres National Forest, Mt. Pinos Area
This unofficial name for Cerro Noroeste has an ugly history.
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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.
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