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Juneteenth Events on the Central Coast
With the noticeable increase of Juneteenth events across the country, we’d like to help elevate some of the celebrations on the Central Coast.
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Volunteers Remove Invasive Plants, Microtrash Throughout Santa Barbara Frontcountry
A great time for spring cleaning in the Santa Ynez Mountains!
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Webinar Recording Now Available: Manzanitas of the Central Coast
By Bryant Baker on June 1, 2022 in Environmental Education, Los Padres National Forest, Monterey County, San Luis Obispo County, Santa Barbara County
Featuring one of the world’s foremost experts on manzanitas, Dr. Tom Parker.
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Asian Pacific American Heritage Month: Environmental Leaders on the Central Coast
A tribute to leaders instrumental in protecting the environment and creating healthy communities for all.
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Loophole Allows Ventura County Oil Companies to Avoid Compliance, Cleanup Costs
County regulators delay a fix ordered by supervisors 18 months ago.
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Outdoor Connections and Education with ForestWatch During Earth Month
By ForestWatch on May 18, 2022 in Community Hikes, Environmental Education, Latino Outreach, Outdoor Connection, Recreation
Educational hikes check several boxes— ecosystem, stewardship, and threats to public land education.
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