Ventura County Board of Supervisors (BOS) voted–to suspend further work on increasing oil and gas surety & bonding.
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Ventura County Board of Supervisors Suspends Amendments Aimed at Holding Polluters Accountable
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ForestWatch Top CA Priority Bills
ForestWatch’s primary state priorities include legislation focused on habitat connectivity, holding oil and gas operators accountable, and ensuring equitable access to outdoor spaces.
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Thank You for Supporting Our Tecuya Forever Campaign!
Your support helps us permanently protect this special piece of land.
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Getting the Lead Out…of the Forest
2024 lead removal efforts underway in the Los Padres National Forest
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PUBLIC Lands Act heads for Senate floor vote
Surprise update, PUBLIC Lands Act heads for Senate floor vote for the first time!
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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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ForestWatch and Rio School District Lead Students on Educational Field Trip
Elementary students from Oxnard experienced the Los Padres in a new way.
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Trails and Tacos: A Celebration of Latino Conservation Week
ForestWatch hosted an organized hike to show support for public lands, highlight Latinx contributions to conservation, and build community amongst participants.
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Latino Conservation Week: Emphasizing the Latino Role in Conservation
ForestWatch will be hosting Trails & Tacos — a guided hike in Santa Barbara, followed by a taco lunch.
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West Cuesta Ridge “Shooters” Cleanup
Collaborative efforts in SLO County result in hundreds of pounds of microtrash removed.
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