Los Padres ForestWatch protects wildlife, wilderness, water, and sustainable access throughout the Los Padres National Forest and the Carrizo Plain National Monument. We achieve this through education, advocacy, and when necessary, legal action for the benefit of our communities, climate, and future generations.

News Items

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

Educational hikes check several boxes— ecosystem, stewardship, and threats to public land education.

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Court Upholds Ventura County Ordinances to Safeguard Wildlife Connectivity 

Industry groups’ attempt to block habitat protections rejected.

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ForestWatch and Partners File Lawsuit Against Pine Mountain Logging Project

A coalition of organizations and local governments are challenging the project in court.

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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.

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