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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Volunteers Remove Trash on West Cuesta Ridge for Creeks to Coast Cleanup
By Bryant Baker on September 27, 2019 in San Luis Obispo County, Stewardship, Trash Cleanups, Volunteer Projects
Volunteers remove 330 pounds of trash from the ridge.
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Los Angeles Times Article Highlights Ineffectiveness of Fuel Breaks Throughout California
Story cites leading scientists, firefighters, Forest Service employees, and conservation groups.
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Supervisors Take the First Step Towards Modernizing Antiquated Oil Drilling Permits
The move will protect public lands, clean water, and healthy communities throughout the county.
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Los Padres ForestWatch: Fifteen Years of Conservation Victories
By ForestWatch on September 4, 2019 in Carrizo Plain, Forest Service, Grazing, Logging & Vegetation Clearing, Oil Development, Public Lands, Publications, Recreation, Roads, Trails & Public Access, Volunteer Projects, Wilderness, Wildlife Protection
Take a look at what we’ve accomplished together.
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ForestWatch Hosts Community Hike with Congressman Salud Carbajal
By ForestWatch on September 4, 2019 in Central Coast Heritage Protection Act, Community Hikes, Outdoor Connection, Public Lands
Constituents come out to meet their representative and to enjoy a naturalist-led hike.
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Trump Administration Receives Widespread Opposition to NEPA Rollback Proposal
By Bryant Baker on September 1, 2019 in Forest Service, Logging & Vegetation Clearing, Oil Development, Public Lands, Wildlife Protection
Over 43,000 comments submitted in opposition.
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