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

County Bear Hunting Proposal Shot Down!

Bears get a reprieve as Commission decides to postpone vote in response to public concern.

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Trophy Hunting of Black Bears May Be Allowed in SLO County

Fifty bears could be killed in the county each year; many questions unanswered.

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Agency Requires a Full Environmental Study of Company’s Plans to Explore for Oil on the Carrizo Plain National Monument

The Bureau of Land Management requires a full Environmental Impact Statement due to potential significant impacts.

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Planning Commission Bans Gravel Truck Traffic on Scenic Highway 33 From Diamond Rock Mine

Move protects Ojai Valley and Los Padres from as many as 138 truck trips per day.

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Oil Company Seeks Drilling Rights in Upper Lopez Canyon

ForestWatch joins with landowners to protect Lopez Creek and Santa Lucia Wilderness.

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ForestWatch Files Lawsuit to Stop Oil Drilling Expansion in Los Padres National Forest

Lawsuit challenges expansive drilling plan in Los Padres.

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