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
ForestWatch Volunteers Remove 60 Pounds of Lead From Sespe Tributary
Group also removes 120 pounds of other target shooting trash.
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ForestWatch, State of California, Patagonia, Others Challenge Drilling & Fracking Plan
Lawsuits seek to halt new oil development across one million acres of public lands.
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Forest Service Extends Target Shooting Ban in Los Padres National Forest
Decision allows volunteers to continue cleaning up over 100 unmanaged sites.
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Volunteers Clean Up Microtrash on West Fork Cold Spring Trail
Over 60 pounds of lead, broken glass, and other trash removed from the site.
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ForestWatch Gets Teens Outside For Rainy Day Fun
Hiking in the rain can have many benefits and provide a new appreciation for getting outdoors.
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Finding Renewal in Nature
If you feel stuck, stressed, or burnt out, nature is the solution.
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