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

ForestWatch and Partners Win Landmark Ruling to Protect Endangered Steelhead

Court of Appeals directs agencies to modify Twitchell Dam operations

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Derogatory Term Removed from Three Areas in Los Padres National Forest

Introducing Kahus Flat, S’ o” Kuku Creek, and Saputiwah Spring

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ForestWatch Announces Two New Board Members

Macy McGinness and Vic Thasiah join the board of directors.

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Widespread Opposition to Clearing & Logging Project Prompts Extension of Comment Period

Extension prompted by requests from Congress and the public. 

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Legal Agreement to Permanently Close Oil Wells and Restore Habitat in Carrizo Plain National Monument

Important victory marks the beginning of the end of fossil fuel extraction in this cherished landscape

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Logging and Chaparral Removal Proposed Across 235,000 acres of Los Padres National Forest

Project would allow heavy equipment use across 368 square miles.

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