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Posted on August 26, 2023 by Bryan Conant

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Collaborating with the Los Padres Forest to provide volunteer trail maintenance support, community outreach projects and outdoor recreation opportunities.

Los Padres Forest Association is at Los Padres National Forest.

23 hours ago

Los Padres Forest Association
2025 WRAPPED, 2026 TODOS2025 was great year at LPFA. We tackled some big projects: rerouting “Heartbreak Hill” in Santa Barbara Canyon, Lake Fire BAER work on Figueroa Mountain, the resurrection of the USA’s Smallest Post Office at Wheeler Gorge, and much, much more.For 2026, we are looking for your input: what would you like to see done in the Los Padres Forest? No concern is too small and no suggestion too big. Follow the link in our bio to view our year-end newsletter and add your suggestions for what’s to come in 2026!A few stats on 2025:- 10,226 hours contributed by LPFA volunteers- 718 new and returning volunteers- 284 days LPFA had boots on the ground in the LP- 1,172 person days the LPFA Trail Crew worked in the forest- Over 60 miles of trail maintained and restored- Over 26,000 total hours contributed in support of the forest#lospadresnationalforest #lpfa_trailvolunteers #lpfa_trailcrew #2025accomplisments #2026todos ... See MoreSee Less

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3 days ago

Los Padres Forest Association
Happy New Year Everyone…..You got any 2026 resolutions in mind? Hopefully some are Los Padres related.Be safe, have fun and see y’all in the forest next year!#lospadresnationalforest #lpfa_trailvolunteers #happynewyear #thegreenflash ... See MoreSee Less

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Los Padres Forest Association is at Los Padres National Forest.

5 days ago

Los Padres Forest Association
STORM DAMAGE UPDATEThe southern Los Padres got quite a bit of rain over the past week, with many gauges showing around 10 inches and some standout spots in the Ojai backcountry reaching 17 inches. Here are the updates we’ve heard regarding road closures:-HIGHWAY 33 - CLOSED at Wheeler Gorge Visitor Center-LOCKWOOD VALLEY RD - CLOSED from Chico Larson Rd to Hwy 33-HAPPY CANYON ROAD - CLOSED at the first gate-FIGUEROA MTN ROAD - CLOSED at the first gateThere’s lots of water flowing right now, with more weather on the way this week. We’re hoping these roads open up quickly, but it’s a good idea to have some alternate plans if you’re heading to these parts of the forest soon! Reach out to INFO@LPForest.org if you need help pivoting for an upcoming trip! And check in with your local Ranger Districts for details and timelines for the closures once they’re available.#lospadresnationalforest #stormdamage #roadclosures #ojaibackcountry #figueroamountain ... See MoreSee Less

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Los Padres Forest Association is at Los Padres National Forest.

2 weeks ago

Los Padres Forest Association
WE’RE HIRING!LPFA is hiring positions on our professional Trail Crew! The LPFA Trail Crew works year-round on both day projects and overnight hitches. We work across the forest, but day projects and shorter hitches are usually focused in the Santa Barbara and Ventura areas. Last year alone we had projects on each Forest District from Mount Pinos to Monterey. It’s hard, physical, and rewarding work that will provide ample time outdoors in the Los Padres. If you love working trail and love the Los Padres, this is the job for you.TO APPLY: Visit LPForest.org or follow the link in our bio to read more about the position and fill out an application. Seasonal and permanent positions available.#lospadresnationalforest #lpfa_trailcrew #trailstewardship #trailbuilding #trailrestoration ... See MoreSee Less

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Los Padres Forest Association is at Buena Vista Trail.

2 weeks ago

Los Padres Forest Association
Another day, another downed tree….Tis the season for falling trees. Please keep reporting them and we’ll do our best to get cleared. #hohoho #lpfa_trailvolunteers #tistheseasonforchainsaws ... See MoreSee Less

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PO Box 1282
Goleta, CA 93116

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