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.
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Ventura County Planning Commission Advances Policies Aimed at Holding Oil Industry Accountable
Amendments now move to the Board of Supervisors for approval.
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Families Celebrate Latino Conservation Week on the Central Coast
By ForestWatch on July 20, 2022 in Community Hikes, Environmental Education, Latino Outreach, Outdoor Connection, Public Lands, Recreation, Stewardship, Youth Engagement
ForestWatch celebrated it’s fifth year of activities as a part of the national summertime initiative.
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6,000 Acres of Open Space Protected Next to Los Padres National Forest
By ForestWatch on July 19, 2022 in 30x30, Recreation, Trails & Public Access, Wilderness, Wildlife Protection
Land will facilitate public access, wildlife movement along Ventura-LA county line.
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Final Decision Nears on Oil Company’s Request to Dump Toxic Wastewater in Los Padres Aquifer
Members of Congress request environmental review, public hearings.
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Mt. Pinos Logging Decision Postponed for Fourth Time Amidst Widespread Opposition
By ForestWatch on June 16, 2022 in Logging & Vegetation Clearing, Los Padres National Forest, Mt. Pinos Area
Project continues to move forward without collaboration.
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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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