Protect Los Padres National Forest from an extreme plan to log trees and clear vegetation.
The Forest Service has announced a plan to log large trees and clear native chaparral across 235,000 acres of Los Padres National Forest.
This project represents the largest industrial-scale land manipulation in our region, and one of the largest projects proposed for any national forest in the country.
Join us! We’re an alliance of conservation groups, tribes, neighborhood associations, environmental justice advocates, local businesses, elected officials, museums, scientists, landowners, outdoor enthusiasts, and others who are asking forest officials to change course. There are less-destructive solutions to the climate and wildfire crisis that more effectively protect our communities and the environment.
Quick facts
Here’s the basics on this irresponsible, poorly planned project that’s being rushed through without proper environmental review.
What’s at stake?
Learn more about the extreme plan to log and clear vegetation across the forest. Get the facts about how it will harm endangered plants and animals, trails, campgrounds, rivers, proposed wilderness areas, and cultural sites throughout the forest.
Which of my favorite areas are targeted?
Click here to view an interactive map showing the proposed logging and native habitat clearance areas.
Frequently asked questions
What is being proposed, and why is it so harmful? What areas are targeted? How can I get involved? Learn more details about this harmful plan and how it will forever change our beloved backcountry.
A better way
Evidence shows that the best way to protect our communities from wildfire is to focus from the home outward. Programs that encourage structural retrofits and defensible space immediately around structures provide the most effective way to reduce wildfire risk.
Stronger together! Learn more about the people and groups working to defend the forest.
We’re a diverse alliance of organizations and community leaders who are asking forest officials to change course.
Take action
Send an email telling the Forest Service to change course. We’ve made it easy to send your letter. Personalized emails are most effective. Comments are due September 27. Let your voice be heard!
Donate today to our Forest Defense Fund
Help us convince the Forest Service to change course. Standing together, we can make a difference. Thank you for your support!