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
Legal Update: Bringing Steelhead Back to the Sisquoc River
New developments in legal case against dam operator.
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Nearly 20 Square Miles of Land in San Luis Obispo County Designated as North Carrizo Ecological Reserve
Designation expands conservation land network in Carrizo Plain region.
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Trump Administration Seeks to Open Public Lands to Uranium Mining
Report could revive historic uranium claims in Los Padres National Forest.
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Join Us for Virtual Earth Day Events
Online activities include happy hour, fire ecology webinar, and trivia night.
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State Commission Votes Unanimously to Grant Temporary Protection to Central Coast and Southern California Mountain Lions
Local lions given endangered species candidate status.
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Tips For Connecting with Nature Under Shelter-In-Place Orders
A list of ideas for nature connection while indoors, in your neighborhood, or on the trail.
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