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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Forest Service to Expedite Backcountry Logging on Mt. Pinos
By ForestWatch on April 8, 2021 in Call to Action, Location, Logging & Vegetation Clearing, Los Padres National Forest, Mt. Pinos Area, Native Americans, Ventura County, Wildfire
Project threatens old-growth forests, rare wildlife, and an area sacred to Indigenous people.
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Over 99.9% of Public Comments Oppose Pine Mountain Project According to Analysis
By ForestWatch on April 6, 2021 in Logging & Vegetation Clearing, Los Padres National Forest, Pine Mountain, Ventura County
In-depth look at public comments reveals widespread opposition.
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April in Bloom: What to Look for in the Los Padres
While it may not be a superbloom year, there’s still plenty to see in our region.
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A Gray Wolf’s Epic Journey Toward the Central Coast
Will we soon hear howls in the Los Padres National Forest?
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Latino Advocacy Week
Join us for a screening of Yo Cuento—a public lands advocacy focused film hosted by Latino Outdoors. The film and panel will include ForestWatch’s, Graciela Cabello.
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Deb Haaland Makes History as First Native American Cabinet Member
By ForestWatch on March 15, 2021 in BLM, Carrizo Plain, Department of the Interior, Indigenous, Land Management, Native Americans, Oil Development, Wildlife Protection
Secretary Haaland to oversee public lands including Carrizo Plain National Monument.
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