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

Congress Approves Farm Bill Without Controversial National Forest Loopholes

Earlier versions of the bill would have expanded commercial logging in the Los Padres National Forest.

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Wild California Condor Chick Fledges in Santa Barbara County for First Time Since 1982

Condor 933 took its first successful flight last month in the Santa Barbara backcountry.

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Forest Service Approves First Commercial Logging Project in Los Padres National Forest in Decades

The 1,200-acre commercial logging project is moving ahead without environmental review.

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ForestWatch Recognizes Volunteers and Supporters at Appreciation Party

Volunteers and supporters enjoy food, drinks, and special awards at this annual event.

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Volunteers Clean Up Trash and Graffiti at Lizard’s Mouth

Over 100 volunteers remove 1,000 pounds of trash and dozens of graffiti markings.

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