A list of places to hike outside of the Los Padres National Forest during the temporary closure.
Places to Hike During the Forest Closure
Much-needed Recreation Funding Headed to Central Coast Public Lands
ForestWatch and partners identify laundry list of roads and trails needing TLC.
Santa Barbara County Recreation Master Plan Survey
Let the County know what you need to play, run, bike, hike, camp, and get outdoors.
Public Lands Prove to be an Essential Need
Public health and public lands are intrinsically connected and we must assign them the same value that we attach to other essential needs.
ForestWatch Lawsuit Seeks Document Disclosure Relating to Los Padres National Forest Campground Privatization
Lawsuit comes nearly a year after information request submitted.
ForestWatch Joins Latino Conservation Week
Webinar in Spanish and Instagram session in English will explore public lands, health, nature connection, and environmental justice.
Protecting Yourself and Others on Public Lands During the COVID-19 Crisis
Seven guidelines for getting out on the trails safely.
House Passes Wilderness and Wild River Protections for Central Coast
Conservation act benefits local recreation, economy, and wildlife.
ForestWatch Gets Teens Outside For Rainy Day Fun
Hiking in the rain can have many benefits and provide a new appreciation for getting outdoors.
ForestWatch Partners with Parent Groups to Get Families Outdoors
With much of the energy going towards getting children outside, how are families going outdoors?
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