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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Case Study: Tecuya Ridge Project Causes Extensive Soil and Tree Damage
Learn more and see photos of ecological damage.
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Lawsuit Seeks Public Records Related to Controversial Project in Los Padres National Forest
Special counsel investigation sought over Forest Service pattern of secrecy and delays.
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Forest Service Allows Private Company to Increase Camping and Day Use Fees in Los Padres National Forest
Camping fees raised by 50% without public input.
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2022 Top Accomplishments
By ForestWatch on November 16, 2022 in eNews, Invasives, Logging & Vegetation Clearing, Outdoor Connection, Volunteer Projects, Wilderness, Wildlife Protection, Year In Review, Year In Review
Join us as we look back to celebrate all that we’ve accomplished together.
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Planning Underway for Future of Piru Creek
Stakeholders weigh in on southern California’s newest “Wild and Scenic” waterway
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Environmental, Community, and Tribal Groups Oppose Logging & Clearing Plan
By ForestWatch on October 13, 2022 in Cuyama Valley, Kern County, Logging & Vegetation Clearing, Monterey County, Mt. Pinos Area, San Luis Obispo County, Santa Barbara County, Ventura County, Wildfire
More than 3,000 people and 100 organizations and businesses weigh in
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