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

Forest Service Extends Target Shooting Ban in Los Padres National Forest

Cleanup efforts continue at dispersed shooting sites throughout the forest

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2020 Victories

Join us as we look back to celebrate all we’ve accomplished together

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ForestWatch Makes Official Request to List Cuesta Ridge Thistle as Sensitive Species

Species would receive special protections if listed.

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Lawsuit Filed to Stop New Oil Well, Pipeline in California’s Carrizo Plain National Monument

New well and pipeline would be the first since the national monument was established.

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