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
New Inventory of Mature and Old-Growth Forests—How Will They be Protected?
The Biden administration has started a rulemaking process for protecting mature and old-growth forests.
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It’s Time to Take Down the Montecito Ring Nets
Winter storms have transformed the upper San Ysidro Creek ring net into a 25-foot dam, in violation of permit conditions.
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“America the Beautiful for All” Coalition DC Fly-in
Nearly 100 organizations met with over 20 congressional office to discuss environmental policy.
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Don’t Doom the Bloom: Five Tips for Being a Good Wildflower Chaser
Important things to know before you go visit wildflower areas.
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H.R. 1, the “Lower Energy Costs Act,” Would Exacerbate Climate Crisis by Propping Oil and Timber Industries
Legislation would prioritize polluter profits over public health and environment.
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Landmark Study: Faulty Science Behind Logging Projects in Los Padres and Other National Forests
“Falsified scientific record” has profound implications for forest management.
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