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LOS PADRES FORESTWATCH
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November 8, 2012
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I've been backpacking into the Los Padres for over 25 years, and I am most grateful that an organization like Forest Watch exists to keep the backcountry free of oil drilling, mining, off-road use, and questionable land use decisions. And best of all, they don't hesitate to get out of the office and clean up microtrash, remove fences from the Carrizo Plain, or take multiple day backpacks to help eradicate Tamarisk, to name a few projects. I am glad to donate and help out in any way I can.
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2011
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November 8, 2012
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The only organization out there protecting our back-country wilderness. The forest service is under-manned and under-funded. Corporate interests are continually trying to gouge the land and build the roads. Thoughtless souls are always trashing the backcountry. And LPF is there working to ensure that the wilderness will there provide us with clean air, silence, solitude and sanity. More power to Los Padres Forest Watcg,
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Quite well
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2012
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November 7, 2012
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This is the ONLY group that focuses it's work solely on the Los Padres National Forest. We are fortunate to have them protecting the forest. They do great work with a modest budget.
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2009
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November 7, 2012
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Los Padres ForestWatch blows my mind. Seriously. What they accomplish as a small nonprofit is amazing. The work they do is so important; no other organization focuses on the Los Padres National Forest like they do, no other organization works to protect the Los Padres National Forest like they do, no other organization combines research with advocacy work with on-the-ground restoration with.......the list could go on and on. To imagine NOT having Los Padres ForestWatch is scary. The Los Padres is fabulous, it has wilderness and recreation opportunities and unpolluted, unspoiled waterways. It deserves care and consideration, and ForestWatch provides this to it and so much more.
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2012
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November 5, 2012
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I have lived in close proximity to the Los Padres National Forest (LPNF) nearly all of my life. From the Arroyo Seco in the north to the Sespe in the south, I have hiked, biked, camped, hunted, bird-watched, and relaxed in many different areas of the LPNF. California is a biological hot-spot for diversity, and the LPNF and surrounding areas are home to some of California's rarest and most unique plant and animal species, some of the most rugged and remote country in the state, and some of the most spectacular (world class) scenery. That's why I have supported Los Padres ForestWatch from the beginning. Los Padres ForestWatch is singularly devoted to protecting this area I call home and to promoting good management of its natural resources. Administrations and forest managers come and go, but ForestWatch is in it for the long haul - making sure that somebody is always watching and submitting top quality comments on proposed plans and projects within the LPNF. ForestWatch volunteers have contributed hundreds of hours to make our forest a better place for all species (including Homo sapiens). If you care too, please join us. Help support our work and our long-term ability to positively influence management decisions on the LPNF.
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2012
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November 2, 2012
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Los Padres ForestWatch is focused on issues of importance to me and my family as Ojai residents. We love the local backcountry and LPFW is the "voice" of that beautiful country.
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November 2, 2012
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I love this organization. The Los Padres National Forest is close to Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, stretching up the California coast toward San Francisco. It needs to be preserved from encroaching development and mining interests. This organization works quietly to maintain the serenity and beauty of this forest. The staff are very approachable and sincere, which creates a sense of community among those of us involved with the organization. They have a wonderful fundraising event each year which showcases the achievements of this fine nonprofit.
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November 2, 2012
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Los Padres Forest Watch is a great organization that truly makes a difference to maintain the quality of our National Forest. I encourage everyone to check out the Forest Watch web page, join the organization, and contribute to this worthwhile cause.
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2012
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November 2, 2012
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Los Padres ForestWatch oversees one of the nation's most strategic national forests, stretching across most of the expanse between California's two major urban regions, San Francisco and Los Angeles. ForestWatch monitors this vast region on behalf of the public at large, encouraging the creation of wilderness areas and protecting against resource and other forms of exploitation that significantly degrade the recreational and environmental qualities of the Forest. As outdoor enthusiasts, we are proud to support Los Padres ForestWatch.
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October 31, 2012
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As I hiked and skied (yes skied!) the Los Padres, I became fascinated by the richness and diversity of the place. Wild rivers, habitat for endangered species, varied plant communities, a rich human history. When I discovered Los Padres ForestWatch I felt like I found a community that would help these things last. And I was right. LPFW has been extraordinarily successful in its short history at keeping track and weighing on things issues that affect the forest and at creating volunteer projects such as condor micro trash clean-ups, fence removals, and shooting range clean-ups. LPFW has also been active in inventories of trail access and illegal off-roading. To paraphrase Aldo Leopold, LPFW helps us all preserve the integrity, stability, and beauty of our local biotic community, and it deserves our support.
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Life-changing
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2012
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