The Biden administration has started a rulemaking process for protecting mature and old-growth forests.

New Inventory of Mature and Old-Growth Forests—How Will They be Protected?

H.R. 1, the “Lower Energy Costs Act,” Would Exacerbate Climate Crisis by Propping Oil and Timber Industries
Legislation would prioritize polluter profits over public health and environment.

Groups File Opening Arguments in Pine Mountain Logging Lawsuit
City of Ojai and County of Ventura also file arguments against the logging plan

Widespread Opposition to Clearing & Logging Project Prompts Extension of Comment Period
Extension prompted by requests from Congress and the public.

Logging and Chaparral Removal Proposed Across 235,000 acres of Los Padres National Forest
Project would allow heavy equipment use across 368 square miles.

Mt. Pinos Logging Decision Postponed for Fourth Time Amidst Widespread Opposition
Project continues to move forward without collaboration.

Webinar Recording Now Available: Manzanitas of the Central Coast
Featuring one of the world’s foremost experts on manzanitas, Dr. Tom Parker.

Derogatory Term to be Eliminated from Three Place Names in Los Padres National Forest
Among the places are a creek and spring in the Sespe Wilderness.

ForestWatch Urges Ventura County Residents to Vote “YES” on Measures A&B
Voters will decide whether to uphold County’s decision to tighten oil regulations.

Santa Barbara County Denies ExxonMobil Oil-Trucking Plan
Proposal would have added up to 78 tankers per day through national forest.
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