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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Final Arguments Presented in Pine Mountain Legal Challenge
By ForestWatch on October 22, 2024 in Logging & Vegetation Clearing, Pine Mountain, Roadless Areas, Ventura County, Wilderness
ForestWatch and friends take our years-long fight to one of the top courts in the country
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Celebrating Latino Conservation Week: Connecting Communities and Protecting Our Natural Resources
ForestWatch joined by hosting a night hike and collaborating on a full moon kayak paddleout.
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Celebrating Major Victories for Wildlife: Room to Roam Act and Poison Free Wildlife Act Signed into Law!
By Carla Mena on October 4, 2024 in eNews, Environmental Education, ForestWatch, Ventura County, Wildfire, Wildlife Protection
Supporters submitted over 5,500 emails.
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CA State Lawmakers Uplift Local Governments in Holding the Oil & Gas Industry Accountable
Governor Newsom signs bills to uplift communities ability to regulate oil drilling and help address polluting idle wells.
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The “Fix Our Forests Act” | A Threat in Disguise
Community submits over 500 emails in opposition to contentious public lands legislation.
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The Role of Participation in the Legislative Process
Highlights from The Power of Participation event and a call for immediate legislative action!
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