LPFA Piedra Blanca Working Vacation
The Santa Barbara Highcountry on a clear spring day. A view that never ceases to inspire. Always good to take a moment to remember how lucky we are to have a place like the Los Padres
LPFA April Forest Update
The higher elevation destinations are waking up and looking for visitors…. photo, AddisonJ Hello Friends, It’s been a fast-paced spring in the Los Padres. In many corners of the forest, it seems we’ve skipped straight
LPFA Spring Volunteering & Forest 411
Most of the high elevation LP got snow last week, some places more than others. A light dusting near San Rafael Mountain…. photo, JasonnB Hello Friends, We’re calling it — spring has SPRUNG! And LPFA
HikeLosPadres & LPFA
It’s been over a month since the last rain and the creeks are still going strong. Get after it. Photo, BrianD Hi Friends, It’s been a warm and dry January. Not uncommon for the Los
HikeLosPadres, Volunteering & Forest 411
Hello Friends, Lots has happened in the Los Padres over the past month, and we have a ton of GOOD NEWS to share! We have updates on several no-longer-closed roads, Wheeler Gorge Campground, and exciting
LPFA Trail Update & Fall Projects
Looking for fall colors? The Sespe Wilderness has some of the best the LP has to offer. Photo, Liam Searson Hello Friends, We hope you’ve found some time to get out into the forest and enjoy
LPFA Summer Updates and Volunteering!
There sure are a lot of wild oats in the meadows this summer. Don’t forget your gaiters…. Hi Friends, It’s been a busy summer here on the Los Padres. The heat puts a damper on
Los Padres Fire Restrictions, Trail Updates and Forest Protections
There’s plenty of places to explore once the heat sets in! Head up high, know your water sources (check HLP), and follow the weather closely to find a cool window for a summer trip in
LPFA x National Trails Day
It’s that time of year to starting taking your LP adventures to higher elevations. Cooler temps and panoramic views abound…. National Trails Day is June 7th this year, and LPFA has 3 projects going on to celebrate. This day is
The Smallest Los Padres Email
The Smallest Post Office – as seen along Highway 33 for many decades The Smallest Post Office Many of you may remember passing a really small Post Office while heading out from Ojai along Highway
