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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Celebrating Environmental Leaders on California’s Central Coast
Honoring and celebrating individuals within our community who champion various environmental causes.
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New Oil Exploration in Cuyama Valley Approved Despite Opposition, Unanswered Questions
By ForestWatch on January 31, 2024 in Climate change, Cuyama Valley, Environmental Law, Oil Development, Santa Barbara County
Planning Commissioners reject concerns from local residents, groups.
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PUBLIC Lands Act heads for Senate floor vote
By Carla Mena on January 16, 2024 in Carrizo Plain, Central Coast Heritage Protection Act, Public Lands
Surprise update, PUBLIC Lands Act heads for Senate floor vote for the first time!
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Ventura County Toxic Tour
Head regulators of oil and gas in California tour oil drilling infrastructure sites in Ventura County.
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Groups File Opening Arguments in Pine Mountain Logging Appeal
By ForestWatch on December 22, 2023 in Environmental Law, Logging & Vegetation Clearing, Los Padres National Forest, Pine Mountain
ForestWatch and partners continue work to protect the area.
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2023 Top Legislative Accomplishments
By Jessica Dias on December 22, 2023 in Central Coast Heritage Protection Act, ForestWatch, Land Management, Logging & Vegetation Clearing, Los Padres National Forest, Oil Development, Public Lands, San Luis Obispo County, Santa Barbara County, Ventura County
With our generous supporters by our side, we have accomplished some remarkable victories together!
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