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
Trump Administration Receives Widespread Opposition to NEPA Rollback Proposal
Over 43,000 comments submitted in opposition.
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ForestWatch Testifies at First Congressional Hearing for Central Coast Heritage Protection Act
Director of Youth and Community Engagement, Graciela Cabello, testifies in support of the bill.
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ForestWatch Joins Allies in Celebrating Latino Conservation Week in Santa Barbara and Oxnard
Events bring together families, advocates, and groups in the spirit of conservation and environmental issues.
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ForestWatch Joins Local Residents in Filing Lawsuit Against Commercial Logging Project in Los Padres National Forest
Suit comes after months of unanswered requests for environmental review.
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ForestWatch Partners with Rio School District to Complement Summer Science Academy
The field trip was intended to provide an opportunity to experience the Los Padres up-close, explore, learn, and go outdoors.
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New Oil Drilling Halted in Carrizo Plain National Monument
Appeal upheld in challenge to plans for a new oil well and pipeline.
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