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
Condor Roost Trees May Be Cut Down
ForestWatch defends old-growth trees where endangered condors rest during long flights across the landscape…
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ForestWatch Investigation Reveals Widespread Fracking in Los Padres
The controversial oil extraction technique is making a resurgence in the Sespe Oil Field, threatening downstream water supplies…
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Supreme Court Upholds Protections for Roadless Areas
The U.S. Supreme Court denies industry challenge to 2001 Roadless Rule, leaving intact protections for 600,000 acres of the Los Padres National Forest…
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LAST CHANCE! Backcountry Art Show Closes in Four Days
The show features more than two dozen works featuring scenes from the Los Padres National Forest. Art sales benefit ForestWatch…
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Los Padres Legislation Discussed in Congressional Committee
H.R. 4109 is presented to House Natural Resources Committee; ForestWatch submits testimony…
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Celebrating 20 Years of Wilderness in the Southern Los Padres
June 19 is the Twentieth Anniversary of the Los Padres Condor Range and River Protection Act…
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