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Two new laws expand how California protects wildlife movement, improves road crossings, and helps communities reduce conflicts with wildlife.

The bill makes equitable access to parks, public lands, and outdoor recreation a lasting state commitment.

This September, Los Padres ForestWatch marked Latino Conservation Week with two community gatherings, one in Santa Barbara and one in Oxnard. At both, families and partners came together to learn more about our public lands, native plants, wildlife, celebrate our heritage, and talk about how we can each help protect the places we love.  Elings…

Pat Veesart was a founding member of the Los Padres ForestWatch Board of Directors, where he served for eleven years. This tribute was written on behalf of the Board by Executive Director Jeff Kuyper in remembrance of Pat’s life and conservation legacy.