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
Ventura County Tightens Outdated Oil Permitting to Better Protect Public Health, Water Supplies, and the Environment
New drilling and fracking in Los Padres now subject to environmental study
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Trump Administration Proposes Rollback of Oil Drilling Regulations in National Forests
Weaker regulations would apply to thousands of acres in the Los Padres National Forest.
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Indigenous Peoples’ Day 2020
A day to honor, reflect, and take action in solidarity with Indigenous communities across the country.
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Governor Signs Rodenticide Ban to Protect Wildlife and Pets from Poisoning
The law will help protect mountain lions, bobcats, owls, and other wildlife in Los Padres National Forest and beyond.
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Thousands Oppose First Federal Oil Lease Sale in California in Eight Years
First auction of 1.2 million acres opened to new oil drilling and fracking announced.
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California’s Wildfires of 2020 Through an Eco-Historical Lens
What can we learn from this year’s summer fires?
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