As one of the original founders of ForestWatch, Jeff brings more than 25 years of experience in legal and policy advocacy on behalf of wildlife, public lands, and the local communities that depend on them. Jeff holds a Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Oregon School of Law, with a certificate in Environmental and Natural Resource Law, and a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies from UC Santa Barbara. He has worked with several of the West’s leading public interest environmental law firms, including the Western Environmental Law Center in Eugene, Oregon; Advocates for the West in Boise, Idaho; and the Environmental Defense Center in Santa Barbara, California.
A third-generation Californian, Jeff first set foot in Los Padres National Forest in 1995, becoming instantly inspired by its untouched landscapes, free-flowing rivers, and diverse wildlife. He lives in Santa Barbara and enjoys spending time outdoors with his family, whether it be adventuring in the local mountains, floating down a river, or hiking cross-country in the High Sierra.
A Note from Our Executive Director
A Note From Our Executive Director
