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
Over 130 Local Business Owners Sign Letter Supporting Carrizo Plain National Monument
Local businesses write letter to Secretary Zinke in support of the Carrizo Plain.
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ForestWatch Responds: A Better Way to Protect Communities from Wildfire
ForestWatch writes op-ed in response to local radio host’s inflamed rhetoric.
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New Landowner in Matilija Canyon Causes Trail Access Concern (Updated)
To address concerns, the landowner assures us that public access will remain open.
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Carrizo Plain National Monument Supported by Thousands Along Central Coast
Over 3,000 local residents, 80 businesses, 20 local elected officials, and 33 organizations support the monument.
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Congress Advances Legislation Attacking National Forest Protections
ForestWatch and other conservation groups around the country oppose the bill.
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Wild Success: This Year’s Ojai WILD! Bigger and Better than Ever
ForestWatch fundraising records were shattered at the 10th Annual Ojai WILD!
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